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Turkey’s Havelsan partners with local company to work on 5G technologies
Turkish defense technologies company HAVELSAN, which provides software-based solutions for the defense and information sectors, has partnered with Ulak Communications Inc. to work on new generation communications. With the move, new generation communication technology is now in the works, including the provision of a 5G network, set to be fulfilled by a cluster of groups …
The African Impact Challenge enables youth to tackle local problems with technology
The African Impact Initiative is an organization with a mission of developing the African community through its youth. Formed and supported at the University of Toronto since November 2016, their projects have helped to provide African youth in Canada with better career opportunities and core skills. They also provide a platform for them to learn …
Police: Logan man goes on a window-breaking spree causing $4K in damages
KUTV — Logan City Police were able to link Kenneth Lee Pyper, age 39, to a recent vandalism spree on Friday. On March 18, 2020, the Logan man was accused of breaking windows at Mount Logan Middle School, two churches, two businesses, and several vehicles – all in about 90 minutes. One witness told police …
Nurse with Jackson Health System dies from complications due to coronavirus
MIAMI – The ongoing spread of coronavirus has claimed the life of a South Florida medical health professional. Jackson Health System confirmed the death of nurse Araeli Buendia Ilagen. They said she died from complications of COVID-19. Ilagen worked at the hospital for nearly 33 years, according to the release. The full statement read: “Our …
Local News: Technology to beat school closings (3/28/20)
Kim Iman, left, second grade teacher at Monett Elementary School, and Robyn Hancock, special education paraprofessional, handed off an iPad and learning pack to excited students on Wednesday. The Monett School District provided learning packets and devices in an effort to continue education during the wellness break scheduled through April 3. Annie Smith/The Monett Times …
Seekonk police dog tracks down suspect in Attleboro restaurant break-in | Local News
ATTLEBORO — Authorities have arrested a restaurant break-in suspect thanks to the help of Zuzo, a police dog from neighboring Seekonk. Police officers Luke Harrington, Leo McKenzie, Brendan Manning and Sgt. Leo Fontaine responded to Sakura on Route 1 at 2:18 a.m. Thursday and found the front glass door of the restaurant had been broken, …
Local organization hoping technology will offer answers to coronavirus pandemic
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – A local organization wants to help save lives during the coronavirus pandemic. The Greater Topeka Partnership is collaborating with Plug and Play, a tech company based in Silicon Valley. They’re looking for startups that may have the technology to help communities across the world during this crisis. Katrin Bridges, a representative …
The Technology 202: State and local governments are asking technologists to aid coronavirus response
An empty Times Square in Manhattan on Tuesday. (Jeenah Moon for The Washington Post) With Tonya Riley Ctrl + N The coronavirus crisis is already overwhelming city and state governments’ digital services. They’re looking for volunteers from the tech industry for help. New York yesterday launched a “Technology SWAT team” to support the state’s …
Monument Health caregiver with COVID-19 came into contact with 112 individuals | Local
“What makes this situation unique is that those who may have been exposed are also our patients,” Davidson said. “This group of caregivers and physicians has been notified and sent home to quarantine based on CDC guidelines.” Davidson said that Monument Health activated additional cleaning procedures in the positive caregiver’s work area. Dr. Brad Archer, …
Technology allowed council to hold special meeting | News
With the need for a special meeting but a ban in place on gatherings, the Shelbyville Common Council held its first “virtual meeting” Wednesday morning at City Hall. Only council president Rob Nolley, Shelbyville mayor Tom DeBaun and city clerk-treasurer Scott Asher were in the Chamber Room at City Hall. Council members Joanne Bowen, Nathan …
