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Nicola Mining and Lower Nicola Site Services Commence Construction of Cement Plant to Service Infrastructure Projects

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Friday, April 5, 2024
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Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - April 5, 2024) - Nicola Mining Inc. (TSXV: NIM) (FSE: HLIA) (OTCQB: HUSIF) (the " Company" or "Nicola ") announces that it has commenced construction of a cement plant along with its partner Lower Nicola Site Services Ltd ("LNSS"), which is a partnership between the Lower Nicola Indian Band Development Corporation and Infracon Construction Inc.

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  • Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - April 5, 2024) - Nicola Mining Inc. (TSXV: NIM) (FSE: HLIA) (OTCQB: HUSIF) (the " Company" or "Nicola ") announces that it has commenced construction of a cement plant along with its partner Lower Nicola Site Services Ltd ("LNSS"), which is a partnership between the Lower Nicola Indian Band Development Corporation and Infracon Construction Inc.
  • The cement plant is to be located on a gravel pit owned by the Company (Permit G1519) that is operated by LNSS.
  • Given that Nicola and LNSS (together, the "Partners") are already active in supplying riprap, sand and gravel to the region and infrastructure projects, the vertical integration was a logical development.
  • Supplying cement will not only augment our revenues, but it will also benefit communities and bridge relationships."

Overland AI Awarded $18.6 Million-ceiling Prototype OT to Develop Autonomous Navigation for U.S. Army’s Robotic Combat Vehicles

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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The 24-month award calls for Overland AI to join the Ground Vehicle Autonomous Pathways (GVAP) program to develop a prototype autonomy stack for the U.S. Army’s Robotic Combat Vehicle (RCV).

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  • The 24-month award calls for Overland AI to join the Ground Vehicle Autonomous Pathways (GVAP) program to develop a prototype autonomy stack for the U.S. Army’s Robotic Combat Vehicle (RCV).
  • Experts from the U.S. Army and DIU selected Overland AI, along with Anduril Industries and Palantir Technologies, to begin prototyping for the Robotic Combat Vehicle’s Software Pathways line of effort.
  • While the other contractors will focus on developing systems integration software, Overland AI will adapt its proven OverDrive solution to prototype autonomous vehicles capable of traversing complex terrain in contested areas without GPS support.
  • Overland AI delivers state-of-the-art robotics and autonomous vehicle solutions for any terrain and any conditions.

SKA Robotics Embeds with Hellbender to do More Under One Roof

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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PITTSBURGH, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SKA Robotics and Hellbender, Inc. are excited to announce that SKA Robotics has opened a new office inside Hellbender's Harmarville, Penn., headquarters as part of a larger strategic partnership.

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  • PITTSBURGH, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SKA Robotics and Hellbender, Inc. are excited to announce that SKA Robotics has opened a new office inside Hellbender's Harmarville, Penn., headquarters as part of a larger strategic partnership.
  • The companies aren't new to each other; Hellbender holds a seat on SKA Robotics' advisory board, which is filled by their CEO, Brian Beyer.
  • The opportunity to embed and partner more deeply with Hellbender is wonderful," said SKA Robotics CEO Spencer Krause.
  • In other news, SKA also announced today it has changed its name from SKA Custom Robots & Machines to SKA Robotics.

P.F. Flyers Announces Brand Refresh with Expanded Distribution and Partnership with Fashion Retailer, REVOLVE

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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BOSTON, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- P.F. Flyers announces a brand refresh which kicks off with a partnership on REVOLVE.com, marking a significant step in P.F. Flyer's expansion beyond DTC and into wholesale distribution. In celebration of merging the legacy of the brand with the next phase of P.F. Flyers, the Desert Adventure collection will be sold exclusively on REVOLVE starting today. Taking its audience on a desert adventure of their own, P.F. Flyers will also be the official sneaker of REVOLVE Festival, taking place in Palm Springs on April 12-13.

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  • Flyers announces a brand refresh which kicks off with a partnership on REVOLVE.com, marking a significant step in P.F.
  • In celebration of merging the legacy of the brand with the next phase of P.F.
  • Flyers.
  • Flyers' offerings, and that is no different with the debut of the "Desert Adventure" collection, the first shoppable styles on REVOLVE.

Ferrellgas Shares Spring-Cleaning Tips

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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But the employee-owners of Ferrellgas Partners, L.P. (OTC: FGPR), one of the nation’s largest propane providers, want to remind homeowners to also keep their propane system in mind this time of year.

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  • But the employee-owners of Ferrellgas Partners, L.P. (OTC: FGPR), one of the nation’s largest propane providers, want to remind homeowners to also keep their propane system in mind this time of year.
  • Ferrellgas encourages propane homeowners to hire a trained professional to perform a routine “flush” of their water heater to help remove any sediment that may have formed over time.
  • Ferrellgas recommends removing all combustible materials that are within a 10-foot radius of the tank.
  • No matter what time of year it is, Ferrellgas encourages its customers to keep safety and maintenance top of mind.

HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding Celebrates Apprentice Graduates

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Saturday, March 16, 2024
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PASCAGOULA, Miss., March 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding division hosted their apprentice graduation today, celebrating 99 graduates during a ceremony at the shipyard.

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  • PASCAGOULA, Miss., March 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding division hosted their apprentice graduation today, celebrating 99 graduates during a ceremony at the shipyard.
  • Each of these apprentice graduates have invested time in the classroom and shipyard to prepare them for a shipbuilding career with the company.
  • Kari Wilkinson, president of Ingalls Shipbuilding, addressed the graduates providing words of encouragement for these new first-class shipbuilders.
  • “Each of our graduates has a role to play and an important job to get done on behalf of millions of Americans,” Wilkinson said.

Global Glass Packaging Market Outlook & Forecast 2023-2028: O-I Glass, Ardagh Group, Gerresheimer, Verallia Set to Dominate the Industry - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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The global glass packaging market is expected to grow from US$62.88 Billion in 2022 to US$82.99 Billion in 2028, at a CAGR of 4.73%

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  • The global glass packaging market is expected to grow from US$62.88 Billion in 2022 to US$82.99 Billion in 2028, at a CAGR of 4.73%
    The global glass packaging market is characterized by a dynamic interplay of various factors that shape the market.
  • First and foremost, significant manufacturers in the global glass packaging market, such as O-I Glass, Ardagh Group, Gerresheimer, Verallia, and others, dominate the sector.
  • The global glass packaging market is mainly driven by increased disposable income, urbanization, and rising consumption of food & beverages.
  • The perception of glass as a healthier choice drives the glass packaging market, especially for products consumed directly from the packaging.

Coachella Concerned That People Have Sex, Says AHF

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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(Photo: Business Wire)

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  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Coachella-themed billboard went up Tuesday, March 26, 2024 and will remain up throughout April as Coachella spans two weekends: April 12-14 and April 19-21.
  • Do they really not know how people spend their time during festival weekends?” said Michael Weinstein, AHF president and cofounder.
  • California ranks 22 in reported cases of chlamydia, 18th in reported cases of gonorrhea, and 19th in cases of syphilis.
  • To learn more about AHF, visit us online at AIDShealth.org , find us on Facebook , follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and TikTok , and subscribe to our AHFter Hours podcast.

Kyocera’s Smart Mobile Computing and Scanning Solution Combines Rugged 5G Smartphones, AsReader Scanners, and Seiko Printers to Optimize Productivity

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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Kyocera today announced the launch of its latest offering to maximize business productivity using mobile technology: Smart Mobile Computing and Scanning.

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  • Kyocera today announced the launch of its latest offering to maximize business productivity using mobile technology: Smart Mobile Computing and Scanning.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240319979629/en/
    New modular, affordable smart computing solution combines Kyocera rugged smartphones with AsReader handheld, long-range scanners and RFID readers and compact mobile printers from Seiko.
  • This new solution combines the advantages of handheld scanners/RFID readers and mobile printers with rugged 5G smartphones to optimize use cases in the field for numerous industries, especially in harsh environments.
  • The Smart Mobile Computing and Scanning Solution modular options include:
    Handheld Scanner for reading 1D/2D Barcodes, QR Codes, and OCR for quick reading of driver’s licenses and passports.

Cabot Unveils its 2024 Outdoor Trend of the Year: ‘Retreat’

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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Cabot ®, the premium exterior wood care brand, has announced its 2024 Outdoor Trend of the Year, Retreat, which invites homeowners to embrace the “Joy of Missing Out” (JOMO) by elevating their backyard sanctuary using its featured color, Desert Sand.

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  • Cabot ®, the premium exterior wood care brand, has announced its 2024 Outdoor Trend of the Year, Retreat, which invites homeowners to embrace the “Joy of Missing Out” (JOMO) by elevating their backyard sanctuary using its featured color, Desert Sand.
  • Within the outdoor gathering spaces trend, the Cabot brand has identified three spaces at home to elevate outdoor retreats using Desert Sand.
  • These outdoor spaces are styled with items that have natural tones and textures to create an approachable and welcoming space.
  • Additionally, the beige undertone of Desert Sand makes it feel more sophisticated.”
    For more information about Cabot Brand’s 2024 Outdoor Trend of the Year, visit cabotstain.com/toty.