A throbbing neon powerhouse: Hong Kong’s gigantic new billboard – with a nice museum attached
By night, the Hong Kong skyline is one giant electric rainbow, a riot of twinkling, swirling lights. It contains more than double the exhibition space of London’s Tate Modern, mostly laid out on one single, gargantuan floor. Photograph: © Kevin MakThe rectangular billboard rises above, with members’ lounge and restaurant concealed inside, along with some floors leased to local universities. And perhaps a seemingly innocuous container is just what is needed, given how the museum must navigate the censorship regime. A variety of stepped areas, indoors and out, provide ample opportunities for more posing: M+ has become Hong Kong’s wedding photo spot du jour.
Source:The Guardian
January 23, 2024 23:03 UTC
Lp(a) Packs a More Powerful Atherogenic Punch Than LDL
TOPLINE:While low-density lipoprotein (LDL) particles are much more abundant than lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] particles and carry the greatest overall risk for coronary heart disease (CHD), on a per-particle basis, Lp(a) is associated with about six times the atherogenic risk for LDL, new observational research suggested. METHODOLOGY:To compare the atherogenicity of Lp(a) relative to LDL on a per-particle basis, researchers used a genetic analysis because Lp(a) and LDL both contain one apolipoprotein B (apoB) per particle. In a genome-wide association study of 502,413 UK Biobank participants, they identified genetic variants uniquely affecting plasma levels of either Lp(a) or LDL particles. TAKEAWAY:The odds ratio for CHD for a 50 nmol/L higher Lp(a)-apoB was 1.28 (95% CI, 1.24-1.33) compared with 1.04 (95% CI, 1.03-1.05) for the same increment in LDL-apoB. The working range for the Lp(a) assay used in the study did not cover the full range of Lp(a) values seen in the population.
Source:Punch
January 23, 2024 22:03 UTC
Tata Punch.ev : Our observations after a day of driving
Driving the Tata Punch.ev Long RangePermanent Magnet Synchronous Motor in the Punch.ev Long Range puts out 121 BHP and 190 Nm of torque. You get a 35 kWh battery pack with the Long Range variant that gives the Punch.ev a claimed range of 421 km. Cruising at highway speeds is not at all stressful for the motor. The Long Range Punch.ev with the 35 kWh battery pack with the 3.3 kW AC wall box charger takes 13.5 hours to charge from 10-100%. BrakingWhile the Punch.ev comes with disc brakes at the front and drums at the rear, the Punch.ev Long Range gets an all-wheel disc brake setup.
Source:Punch
January 23, 2024 20:39 UTC
Troops raid terrorists' hideout in Kebbi, rescue four kidnapped
Troops of 8 Division, Nigerian Army, in conjunction with operatives of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps including local vigilantes in the early hours of Tuesday, raided the terrorists’ camp. The troops also successfully rescued 4 kidnapped persons and recovered arms and ammunition. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Captain Yahaya Ibrahim, and shared on the Nigerian Army’s Facebook pageHe said, “The raid operation was conducted in the identified terrorists’ hideout at Sabon Gari Village in Shanga LGA of Kebbi state. “During the operation, troops neutralized one of the terrorists and extricated 4 kidnap victims. The troops also recovered 3 AK 47 rifles, 3 Magazines, 142 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition, and 2 pairs of camouflage uniforms.”He further said that all the rescued victims who are 4 males have since been reunited with their families, while troops continued to trail the wounded and fleeing terrorists.
Source:Punch
January 23, 2024 20:14 UTC
IGP Egbetokun inaugurates Special Intervention Squad to enhance security | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, on Monday presented the newly-inaugurated Special Intervention Squad (SIS) to enhance security across Nigeria. IGP Egbetokun while presenting the SIS said that public safety is a collaborative endeavour and the enforcement of law and security of lives and property to place order in any society is no light task. Egbetokun added that the forces of good are consistently being confronted by the forces of evil, under various guises but the Nigerian Police is undaunted. Amongst the suspects paraded on Saturday were the three (3) Bwari-based kidnappers- Idris Ishaku, m, 27 years, Bala Umar, m, 27 years, and Dahiru Salisu, m, 27 years, who have been responsible for series of armed robbery cases and kidnappings in the Bwari Local Government Area and other parts of the FCT. Similarly, the combined team of operatives have arrested thirteen (13) suspects for various other crimes.
Source:The Guardian
January 23, 2024 18:34 UTC
Revving Up: Take a look at the new Tata Punch EV
Unlike a pure, skateboard EV platform, however, it has a second layer serving as a more conventional chassis, while the first layer holds batteries, spread out evenly across the floor board at right angles. (Image: Tata Motors)2/5 Not wanting to forego the practicality quotient of the original Punch, Tata retained its proportions, entry and departure angles. Despite a floorboard stacked with battery packs, the Punch EV has the same ground clearance as the original version (190 mm). (Image: Tata Motors)4/5 The Punch EV is available with two battery pack options: a 25kWh one and a 35kWh “long range'' one. (Image: Tata Motors)Advertisement Remove AdAdvertisement Remove Ad
Source:Punch
January 23, 2024 17:15 UTC
Tata Punch EV Review: All You Need..Almost
Published On Jan 23, 2024 By Arun for Tata Punch EVTata’s new Punch EV makes the switch to electric more convincingThe Tata Punch EV is a small electric SUV that’s priced in the Rs 12-16 lakh. This updated design will remain exclusive to the Punch EV for almost a year, considering the facelift for the Punch petrol is scheduled for mid-2025. Like the Nexon EV, the Punch EV gets sequential turn indicators and a welcome/goodbye animation too. On the flap sits the new logo that Tata Motors is debuting with the Punch EV. The Punch EV also gets personas — Smart, Adventure and Empowered — all of which have a signature interior and exterior colour.
Source:Punch
January 23, 2024 16:58 UTC
Chicago on my mind | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
Many months after the Nigerian national elections and the inauguration of a fitful administration, everything appears to be in near chaos. The beneficiary of an invidious promotion to public office owes his duty or allegiance only to his appointor. Sensitive public positions have been allocated to kins, tribesmen and clients most times in utter disregard of the requirement of an underlying pre qualification for the positions or of cognate or relevant experience therefore. The nation is however the ultimate loser as she is denied the effective and efficient labour of her rigorous and shrewd body of candidates for public office. It is a moot point whether Tinubu can reverse the trend or, put differently, whether Tinubu can fight corruption.
Source:The Guardian
January 23, 2024 15:34 UTC
2024 Tata Punch EV Review: Upgraded To Electric!
While the Tata Punch EV is the electric version of that car, the changes are more extensive than they’ve been with previous Tata electric cars - Nexon EV, Tiago EV and Tigor EV. In simple terms, this helps the Tata Punch EV deliver ride and handling (among other characteristics) that are consistent with the petrol Tata Punch, even though it is significantly heavier. DesignThe Tata Punch EV carries forward the new Tata family look and shares front styling elements with Tata’s other SUVs. Fun fact: The platform that underpins the Tata Punch EV is capable of supporting front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive applications. Boot SpaceThe Punch electric offers the same boot space as the petrol Tata Punch - 366 litres.
Source:Punch
January 23, 2024 14:34 UTC
Tata Punch EV price; Punch EV video review, range, interior - Introduction
Tata Punch EV video reviewThe Tata Punch EV is now on sale and promises much with a 122hp motor and a claimed 400+km of range. 2,684 Views Follow us onCopyright (c) Autocar India. All rights reserved.
Source:Punch
January 23, 2024 14:33 UTC
Tata Punch EV Mid-spec Adventure vs Tata Tiago EV Top-spec XZ+ Tech LUX: Price, Dimensions, Features, Powertrain Compared
The Punch EV joins Tata's lineup of electric vehicles, including the Tiago EV. If you are considering both the Punch EV and Tiago EV, we have simplified your decision-making process with a detailed comparison. PriceTata Punch EV Standard Range Adventure Tata Tiago EV Long Range XZ+ Tech LUX Price (ex-showroom) Rs 12 lakh Rs 12.04 lakhThe mid-spec Punch EV Standard Range marginally undercuts the top-spec Tiago EV Long Range. Do note that you get a second powertrain choice with both cars: Medium Range in the Tiago EV and Long Range in the Punch EV. Keeping the size factor aside, choosing the Punch EV means opting for a more modern product with an updated design.
Source:Punch
January 23, 2024 10:33 UTC
ILO begins move to tackle child labour in agriculture
The International Labour Organisation (ILO), in collaboration with the United States Department of Labour (USDOL), has expressed commitment to creating an effective action plan to tackle child labour in agriculture using a Comprehensive Monitoring and Evaluation Plan (CMEP). Project director of Action against Child Labour in Agriculture in West Africa (ACLAWA), Agatha Kolawole, while speaking during a three-day workshop in Akure, the Ondo state capital, revealed the commitment to developing the Comprehensive Monitoring and Evaluation Plan (CMEP) for the ILO Action against Child Labour in Agriculture in West Africa. In Ondo State, a significant cocoa producer in Nigeria, the ACLAWA project led by Kolawole aims to eradicate child labour in cocoa farming. She said: “I would like to express sincere appreciation for the robust collaboration between the ILO and the Ondo State Steering Committee on Child Labour. “While progress is evident, much work remains to eradicate child labour in West African agriculture.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
January 23, 2024 08:05 UTC
Navigating data analytics for informed growth, innovation
For instance, retail giants like Amazon leverage customer data to recommend products, enhance user experience, and optimize pricing. Apart from improving service delivery to customers, data can also aid startups when it comes to hiring the right talents and managing employees. For example, a quick look-up of the Nigeria Data Portal’s website still lists Rauf Aregbesola as the governor of Osun State. This poor data infrastructure in the country has since trickled down to affect the private sectors of the economy. This problem has roots in the absence of proper data culture in Nigeria and the shortage of skilled data professionals who can help startups effectively collate, analyze, and interpret data.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
January 23, 2024 07:38 UTC
Plateau Assembly: Crisis looms as sacked PDP lawmakers vow to resume plenary
Plateau State House of Assembly may be thrown into confusion on Tuesday as the 16 members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) who were sacked by the Court of Appeal have vowed to resume legislative duties on Tuesday. Addressing newsmen in Jos, Plateau State on Monday, the spokesman of the group, Hon Ishaku Maren, advised All Progressives Congress (APC) not to go near the House of Assembly because the Supreme Court by its pronouncement had invalidated the judgment of the Court of Appeal, which sacked them. According to him, as law-abiding citizens, they are ready to resume work to represent the people who duly elected them. “You might be aware that while we were on recess, there were two Judgments that were passed regarding the status of the state House of Assembly and Plateau State as a whole. “By that it shows that we are also referring to the same judgment that one cannot build something on nothing,” he said.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
January 22, 2024 17:31 UTC
Tata Punch EV: 5 things to keep in mind
By launching the Tata Punch EV, Tata Motors has revamped the electric vehicle market in India. Tata Punch EV: New design languageMaking it distinctively separate from its internal combustion engine avatar, the Punch EV sports a sleeker and space-age design language. Also Read Tata Punch EV vs competition — Price checkTata Punch EV: Plenty of luggage spaceRegarding dimensions, there are slightly increased tweaks for the Punch EV over its petrol version. Tata Punch EV: SafetySafety is now synonymous with Tata Motors. Hence, the Punch EV gets six airbags as standard, hill decent control, hill hold control, all four disc brakes from long-range Punch EV, Electronic Stability Program and ISOFIX child seat mounts.
Source:Punch
January 22, 2024 14:49 UTC