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IOL News
11 hours ago
- Politics
- IOL News
Civil society calls for decent jobs for the marginalised working class at G20 build-up event
Tanya van Meelis who serves as the Head of the Policy Unit and Labour Market Policy Coordinator at Cosatu, addressed delegates to the C20 South Africa launch at The Capital on the Park in Sandton on Sunday. South Africa's controversial National Dialogue must not be dominated by conservative and divisive voices. These are the words of Levy Singh, Youth 20 (Y20) South Africa Sherpa during his address at the first day of the three-day C20 South Africa launch held at The Capital on the Park in Sandton on Sunday. When South Africa hosts the G20 summit later this year, it will be the first time the gathering takes place on African soil. The country recently officially assumed leadership of the Y20 — the G20's dedicated platform for youth engagement — at a high-profile event recently held at the historic Rand Club in Johannesburg. "As civil society, we have to be bold and defend our core quality principles. As the Y20 We are committed to working with all the working groups. We also need to continue to deepen our unity and aligning over the next 23 weeks. South Africa will be handing over the G20 Summit to the US, and there is no certainty that our working groups will be sustained beyond this year under Donald Trump's regime. However, we must continue to be robust and rigorous and put forward our progress agenda."
Time of India
15-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Bluarmor C20 Mesh Helmet Intercom launched at Rs 9,999: Details
Bengaluru-based startup Bluarmor has launched the Bluarmor C20 helmet intercom system priced at Rs 9,999. The company has introduced a limited-time price of Rs 6,999 for customers who purchase the device before 22 June. Interested customers can book the intercom at Bluarmor's official website and deliveries are scheduled to commence on 18 June. The new C20 is developed using the same platform as BluArmor's premium Mesh Intercom lineup, the C50. It carries over many of the essential features, with certain components adjusted or omitted to offer a more budget-friendly alternative. The C20 also shares its dimensions and design with the C50, placing it among the most lightweight and compact mesh intercom systems currently available. Feature-wise, it includes HD voice and audio, Bluetooth 5.3, crash detection, dual-level noise filtering, interchangeable microphones , and cross-brand connectivity. This interoperability feature enables pairing with Bluetooth devices from other manufacturers. Other features include over-the-air firmware updates, music-sharing capabilities, Ride Grid Lite advanced mesh intercom technology , and eRide Grid Mesh Over Cloud connectivity. The C20 is compatible with the same enhancement accessories offered for the C50. These include the Magdock magnetic mount, Ride Aura feature, and the Wireless T-Stick handlebar controller, which enables riders to operate the device using joystick-style inputs. Discover everything about the automotive world at Times of India .
Time Out
04-05-2025
- General
- Time Out
The revolutionary high-tech London building named one of Britain's most at risk from demolition
Every year the Twentieth Century Society (C20) puts together a list of Britain's most at-risk 20th and 21st architectural marvels. Earlier this month it published the 2025 edition of its Risk List, with the included structures ranging from a Brighton synagogue with a stained glass Holocaust memorial to a Bauhaus-inspired department store in Bradford. C20's 2025 Risk List intended to highlight 'outstanding twentieth and twenty-first century buildings across the country that are at risk from demolition, dereliction or neglect'. Among the 10 selected structures is one from London – and there's every chance you haven't heard of it. The Patera Prototype in Newham is the only structure in the capital to feature in C20's 2025 At Risk list. So, what exactly is it? Well, for starters, here's what it looked like back in its 1980s heyday: The Patera was made as a prototype for a new type of industrial structure designed to be replicable and moveable. It's a significant example of 'high-tech architecture', a style that emerged in the 1970s with the aim of incorporating high tech industry and technology into building design. High-tech buildings are often identifiable for having visible beams, pipes and cables, as well as for being very flexible in use. Famous examples include stuff like Lloyd's of London in the City or Paris' Pompidou Centre. Anyway, back to the Patera. The structure that currently sits in Newham was made in 1982 by Michael Hopkins Associates and Anthony Hunt Associates and it's one of only two remaining prototypes (the other is part of the Hopkins office in Marylebone). C20 describes it as being 'a prefabricated off-the-peg industrial structure… envisaged as a form of 'High-Tech Nissen hut''. The Patera Prototype is undeniably a fascinating piece of design – but it could soon be lost as a document of architectural history. C20 says that the structure is currently threatened by the redevelopment of the Royal Docks. The Patera sits in a boatyard workshop on Albert Island, which is earmarked for a major £300 million development. The structure was rediscovered in 2020, and C20 had a listing application rejected in 2021. It has sat semi-dismantled since 2022. C20 isn't suggesting that the docks' redevelopment is halted by the Patera – just that it is relocated and restored. The charity reckons that 'this early relic of the High-Tech movement [could] become a cultural or creative venue'.
The Guardian
09-04-2025
- General
- The Guardian
‘It's unjust': charity fights to save UK's at-risk modern buildings
Sheffielders describe it as 'alien-shaped' and like a 'kettle' but it seems the former National Centre for Popular Music may soon be consigned to history, with the distinctive building at risk of being bulldozed. The Marmite structure – soon to be vacated by its current occupant – is one of three in the UK built around the turn of the millennium to feature on the annual at-risk list from the charity Twentieth Century Society (C20), which campaigns to save architecturally interesting modern buildings. It is the first time millennium-era projects have featured on the list, which highlights outstanding 20th and 21st-century buildings across the country at risk from demolition, dereliction or neglect. Alongside Sheffield's former pop-themed visitor centre – which first opened in 1999 and closed 15 months later to headlines describing it as the 'top of the flops' and 'rock horror show' – the list contains the National Wildflower Centre in Knowsley (2000) and Archaeolink Prehistory Park in Aberdeenshire (1997), both of which are abandoned. Also featured is the brutalist east stand of St James' Park stadium in Newcastle, the wooden Grand National rollercoaster in Blackpool, which was opened in 1935, and Caerphilly's Penallta Pithead Baths, a now-derelict miners' washhouse built in 1938. Of the 10 buildings on the list, six are in the north of England, exposing a north-south divide in how historical buildings are looked after, which is 'big and getting bigger', according to Oli Marshall, C20 campaigns director. He said a lack of funds meant councils were less able to protect heritage sites than in the past, adding: 'Moreover, the money and investment in Britain always seems to flow in one direction. 'We have to ask ourselves, if some of these outstanding buildings were located in London or the south-east, would they already have been restored or rehabilitated by now? The answer is almost certainly yes. 'It's a situation that's unjust, but also risks reshaping our national history in favour of what survives, versus what is lost.' In Sheffield, locals are divided over the building. Hayley Glover, 43, who owns the cafe opposite, Kollective Coffee & Kitchen, thought the building should stay open to the public as she fondly remembers it being built 26 years ago. 'I think it's a shame that it's sat there empty, and whilst it's empty the square on the opposite side of the road is getting a lot of undesirables in there. 'So obviously, footfall getting in and out the building for us is a good thing. It would be a shame for it to be closed.' The building was bought in 2004 by Sheffield Hallam University and was used as its students' union, but is now due to be vacated, with questions hanging over its future. The university is not ruling out knocking it down entirely. Cory Anson, 30, a sales worker, thought the building had some aesthetic appeal: 'It's a beautiful building. I did a course there once, it's just a really nice building. I think it's a staple of Sheffield as well, to be honest. Like everybody knows about the kettle building.' The four giant stainless steel drums that make up the structure surround an atrium with a glazed roof. For Molly Mallette, 26, who works supporting women in the criminal justice system, and her boyfriend, Louis Binns, 25, who works at the university, the building elicits some debate. To Mallette it is 'hideous'. She added: 'I think it's a real eyesore in the area, to be honest. I don't really know what it's meant to be. I've got no other word for it, I just don't think it's very attractive.' Binns disagreed, however. 'It's interesting to look at,' he said. 'From working at Hallam Help, when directing students it's incredibly easy because it obviously stands out.' Kristina Drmic, 24, a former student who now works at the students' union, pointed to the unmissable nature of the building. 'It's very easy for students to find us because the description of it is very unique. Some people call it the alien-shaped building, some people call it the four kettles. 'I think the shape of it is part of the Sheffield culture and I think it should stay and shouldn't get demolished.' Anthea Page, 58, who works in communications, said the building was redundant and she would gladly welcome its closure. 'It doesn't serve its current purpose,' she said. 'It's used for the Hallam students' union and it's not well used, it's not very well placed. The entrances aren't in the right place.'
Korea Herald
31-03-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
KEENON Robotics Marks a New Milestone with the Unveiling of the Humanoid Robot XMAN-R1 and the Latest KLEENBOT Additions
SHANGHAI, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- KEENON Robotics, a global leader in autonomous service robotics, officially introduces the XMAN-R1 humanoid robot alongside the latest KLEENBOT models—C40, C55, and C20. This introduction marks a significant milestone in KEENON's development of multi-form service robotics solutions, reinforcing its ability to meet diverse and complex business needs. From humanoid robots designed to interact with people to a full-scenario cleaning robotics lineup, these latest offerings reflect KEENON's ongoing efforts to enhance service capabilities across industries. XMAN-R1: Engineered to Serve KEENON Robotics presents XMAN-R1, a humanoid robot developed to interact with people and collaborate with other KEENON robots, such as the DINERBOT T10, KLEENBOT C30, and KEENON S100. It is designed to enhance task coordination and expand service possibilities across a wide range of commercial settings, with continued advancements expected to refine its integration with KEENON's robotic solutions. With ongoing advancements in intelligent learning and task optimization, XMAN-R1 is expected to continuously improve coordination with other robotic solutions and adapt to changing service requirements. Advancing Cleantech Solutions with the Latest KLEENBOT Models With the addition of the C40, C55, and C20, the KLEENBOT series now provides solutions for every environment. These new releases elevate KEENON's cleaning robotics offerings into a comprehensive, all-scenario lineup, supporting businesses in maintaining high hygiene standards efficiently and reliably. The KLEENBOT C40, with a 65 cm minimum pass-through width, is designed for small to medium-sized commercial spaces, handling surfaces like short-pile carpets, tiles, wood, and marble. Its 40 cm scrubbing and vacuuming width ensures efficient cleaning in tight areas. The triple-brush system completes sweeping and scrubbing in one step, followed by fast drying after scrubbing. Equipped with 10 detection components, it navigates complex environments smoothly. Maintenance is simplified with a one-step dust box and dirty water tank swap, enabling quick vacuum-scrub mode switching. Additionally, key components like roller brushes and suction bar can be easily disassembled for efficient upkeep. The C40 is compatible with KEENON's App and Cloud Platform for real-time monitoring and task scheduling. Designed for large commercial spaces, the KLEENBOT C55 features a 55 cm cleaning width and a high-capacity water tank, making it well-suited for extended operations. The triple-brush system effectively removes tough stains, while its 11.6-inch display provides real-time status updates. With support for multi-robot collaboration, automatic recharging, and resume-cleaning functions, it enhances operational efficiency in venues such as malls and airports. With a 35 cm slim body, the KLEENBOT C20 can access dust accumulation spots, making it ideal for compact spaces like convenience stores and offices. It operates with a dual-tank system, ensuring clean water is used for every cleaning task while dirty water is automatically collected. A modular design enables quick removal and replacement of components like side brushes and dust box, simplifying maintenance. With embodied intelligence and advanced AI, the XMAN-R1 and KLEENBOT series continue to enhance KEENON's robotics ecosystem, driving multi-form service robotics and comprehensive cleaning solutions. These innovations are designed to address the evolving needs of industries like retail, hospitality, healthcare, and industrial sector while positioning KEENON for future advancements in automation, intelligent service, and smarter operational efficiencies. About KEENON Robotics A global leader in commercial service robots and solutions, KEENON Robotics has been at the forefront of the advanced service robot market since 2010. Harnessing cutting-edge technologies in robotics and cloud computing, the company is trusted by businesses worldwide. KEENON Robotics is dedicated to creating value, fostering innovation, and contributing to industry growth across various sectors.
