Author: Andy

TotalEnergies implements its energy transition strategy in Kazakhstan with, on the one hand, the sale of its affiliate Total E&P Dunga GmbH and, on the other the giant Mirny wind farm project that received the support of the French and Kazakh authorities on the occasion of the visit in France of the President of Kazakhstan, Kassym Jomart Tokayev.  TotalEnergies signed an agreement for the sale of its affiliate Total E&P Dunga GmbH to the Kazakh company, Oriental Sunrise Corp Ltd, for an amount of $330 million. Total E&P Dunga GmbH holds a 60% operating interest in the onshore Dunga oil…

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Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. has announced the opening of Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya. Nestled in the secluded region of Riviera Maya, Mexico, Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya is surrounded by lush mangroves, with easy access to the Cancun International Airport and only six miles from Playa del Carmen. This sophisticated all-inclusive resort radiates paradise with modern hacienda charm, situated on 1.5 acres of pure white sand beach combining state-of-the-art amenities with heartfelt service and inviting accommodations. The exclusive adult oasis boasts 291 sophisticated suites with elegant amenities, modern décor and beautiful views of the resort grounds…

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IBM & AWS – Collaboration, Ecosystem partners have been clear: to deliver maximum value for the joint clients, need to work together to “be essential” to the partners and clients. Put simply, “being essential” means delivering indispensable value to the partners’ businesses, and collectively solving the clients’ most complex problems. It also means continually improving and evolving the ways we work with partners to best support them. The collaboration does just that. Earlier this year, the companies announced the availability of IBM Software products as Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) on the Amazon web service Marketplace, making solutions more accessible. As a result,…

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Bank of America has announced more than $527,000 in grants to seven Oklahoma organizations to help drive economic opportunity for individuals and families in our region’s Native American communities. November is Native American Heritage Month, offering opportunities to recognize the contributions of Native Americans as well as recognize and support nonprofit organizations dedicated to community outreach for Native Americans across the state.  Oklahoma City Indian Clinic (OKCIC) has dramatically expanded its operations in the last two years, growing to three distinct locations and serving a patient base of nearly 22,000. The clinic offers care for a wide range of health determinants…

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The Nike x Billie Eilish AF1 Low uses leftover material waste from the artist’s prior collaborative AF1 High to create a new aesthetic for an iconic silhouette The Nike x Billie Eilish AF1 Low underscores Nike and Eilish ’s shared commitment to taking action to create a better world The Nike x Billie Eilish AF1 Low launch coincides with the 40th anniversary celebrations for the Air Force 1 and  release in both Mushroom and Sequoia colorways Advancing a democratic approach to concerns of sustainability, Billie Eilish’s on-going collaboration with Nike enters a new chapter with the Nike x Billie Eilish…

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Travelers aren’t typically searching for last-minute deals in winter, but this year, ’tis the season for holiday travel. According to data from Hotels.com, now is the best time to plan a budget-friendly break for “cold shoulder season,” happening the weekend before Christmas and again after the New Year, with nightly hotel rates expected to dip below $150 a night.  “In a typical year, travelers can find the best deals between Labor Day and Thanksgiving during fall shoulder season,” said Melanie Fish, spokesperson for Hotels.com. “But travel demand hit an all-time high this summer and never really slowed down, meaning people…

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In celebration of Computer Science Education Week, Apple is introducing a new coding session i.e, Apple session  — Coding Lab for Kids: Code Your First App — at Apple Store locations around the world. Designed to inspire participants ages 10 and up to explore app development in a fun, welcoming environment, the new experience is the latest in Apple’s library of resources to help students, families, and educators launch their journeys in the growing field of computer science.  The new sessions begin December 5 at Apple program, which offers free, daily in-store sessions that assist customers in unleashing their creativity…

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Qatar Airways to Resume Flights to Taif, Saudi Arabia with Three Weekly Flights Starting 3 January 2023  Qatar Airways is pleased to announce that it will resume services to Taif starting 3 January 2023 with three weekly flights. This is the airlines’ sixth destination in Saudi Arabia.  The resumption of services will enable passengers flying from and to Taif to benefit from the airline’s extensive international network to across Asia, Africa, Europe and the Americas via the World’s Best Airport, Hamad International Airport.  Qatar Airways flight QR1206, will depart from Hamad International Airport at 07:40, arriving at 10:10 at Taif…

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Deutsche Telekom, BMW Group, Valeo, Ericsson and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. has announced the world first demonstration of automated driving application supported by 5G Standalone (SA) network slicing with controlled network features for Quality of Service (QoS).   Reliable network connectivity is a prerequisite for many emerging automotive use cases. In trials, the partners explored how 5G SA network slicing with different QoS features support end-to-end automotive use case scenarios. Network slicing is a key feature of 5G SA. Slices can be tailored to applications and use cases with different QoS requirements in terms of performance, security or latency. Using the User…

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Nissan has announced the launch of the fully-revamped Serena in Japan. Sales of gasoline-powered models will start this winter, and e-POWER models are to start in spring. Since its launch in 1991, the Serena has always been in close touch with the changing forms and need of families. With the concept from the beginning being “Big, Easy, Fun”, the all-new Serena is equipped with spacious seating, convenient utilities and the latest in cutting-edge technologies.  “We have planned and developed the new Serena so that the whole family can spend their precious time together, having great fun,” said Nissan Executive Vice…

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