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The Mainichi
14-06-2025
- Politics
- The Mainichi
JOC President Yasuhiro Yamashita to receive Olympic Order from IOC
GENEVA (Kyodo) -- Japanese Olympic Committee President Yasuhiro Yamashita will receive the Olympic Order from the International Olympic Committee, multiple sources said Saturday. The decision was approved during an IOC board meeting this month with the 68-year-old Yamashita, who won the judo open category gold medal at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, to be honored for his contribution to the Olympic movement. Tokyo Gov. Yuriko Koike and then Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga each received the Olympic Order in 2021 after helping stage the Tokyo Games amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Yamashita suffered a cervical vertebrae injury in October 2023 during his third term as the JOC president and has been away from his duties since. He is set to step down from both his JOC post and as an IOC member later this month.
The Citizen
11-06-2025
- The Citizen
Rietondale residents distraught over police inaction
Rietondale residents have expressed growing frustration over what they describe as ongoing safety concerns being ignored by the metro police, despite repeated calls for intervention. According to Ward 84 Councillor Anru Meyer, there have been several events happening in the area without the metro's permission, and a lack of police visibility is making things worse. 'For over a month now, lack of TMPD visibility has led to by-laws being violated in parts of the suburb, such as Rietondale Park and the property on the corner of Nico Smith Street and Codonia Avenue.' He said the Hardy Muller circle and CR Swart Drive have become taxi ranks, with taxis stopping anywhere on the corner of Nico Smith Street, where buses and trucks need to come to an instant stop. 'These violations make it harder for truck drivers who need to stop [trucks] of more than 15 tons.' He said vagrants are setting up camp at the park, making open fires, and on weekends, events are hosted at the park without the Joint Operations Committee's (JOC) approval. 'Delivery vehicles, trucks and taxis also use it for parking.' He said recently, a sports event was hosted at the park, and spectators were drinking alcohol on the sidewalks and playing loud music. 'When we call the metro police to assist, they are not available, and if they do arrive, nothing is done about the situation they are called for. 'The TMPD has been contacted numerous times on these issues, but to no avail. Emails have been sent with no response.' Meyer said the lack of TMPD visibility has affected the lives of the whole ward, not only Rietondale. He said crime has increased in parts of the suburb and urged for more patrols in Rietondale Park, especially over the weekends. 'In Rietondale last week, a bin was also stolen. There was a recent cable theft in Villieria, which was also not responded to.' He said the TMPD must respond to complaints when there are events without JOC approval. Meyer added that he open space on the corner of Nico Smith and Codonia should be constantly patrolled by by-law enforcement and be cleared regularly. Tshwane spokesperson Lindela Mashigo confirmed that the metro had not been informed of the events that took place on the reported days. 'The city was not informed of any planned events taking place at the facility on those days.' The TMPD was contacted for a response to the complaints. Spokesperson Isaac Mahamba said the issues raised were operational matters, which are not discussed publicly. 'As police, we do not discuss operational plans in public as they are confidential and classified. We don't announce when we are planning to conduct our operations,' he said. Do you have more information about the story? Please send us an email to bennittb@ or phone us on 083 625 4114. For free breaking and community news, visit Rekord's websites: Rekord East For more news and interesting articles, like Rekord on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram or TikTok At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading! Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App here
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Lotta Bager Appointed as Gordian's Chief Operations Officer
Experienced Leader from Software and Insurance Sectors to Guide Operational Strategy Lotta Bager, Chief Operations Officer at Gordian Greenville, SC, June 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gordian, provider of data-driven solutions for all phases of the building lifecycle, is pleased to announce the appointment of Lotta Bager as the company's new Chief Operations Officer. Bager will lead Gordian's Procurement Operations organization, ensuring the company delivers top tier Job Order Contracting program development and ongoing support to its customers. Bager's leadership will be instrumental to align Gordian's efforts with customer missions to build better communities by enhancing service delivery and achieving growth objectives. "Lotta brings over 20 years of global experience in transformation, operations and services across the software, insurance and media industries," said Kris Gorriarán, President of Gordian. "She is committed to building high-performing teams and translating strategy into tangible results. I am delighted to welcome her to the Gordian team and look forward to driving our business forward together." Bager comes to Gordian from Hexagon in the Americas, where she led the professional services team. She has also held senior roles at QBE Insurance, Aon Risk Solutions, Ricoh and Modern Times Group MTG AB (publ) ('MTG'). She holds a master's degree in business and finance from Stockholm University and has completed postgraduate coursework in construction management at Louisiana State University. 'I am thrilled to join Gordian and contribute to its next chapter of growth,' said Bager. 'Gordian has a talented and dedicated team, and I look forward to maximizing our operational excellence and continuing to deliver exceptional value to our customers.' To learn more about Gordian, their full leadership team and open career opportunities, visit About Gordian Gordian ( is the leading provider of Building Intelligence™ Solutions, delivering unrivaled insights, robust technology and comprehensive expertise that fuel customers' success during every phase of the building lifecycle. Gordian created Job Order Contracting (JOC) and the industry standard RSMeans™ Data. Gordian empowers organizations to optimize capital investments, improve project performance and minimize long-term operating expenses. Attachment Lotta Bager, Chief Operations Officer at Gordian CONTACT: Sarah Walker Gordian 8644518036 in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Iraqi News
30-05-2025
- Iraqi News
JOC: Airstrikes targeted 6 terrorists in Salah al-Din
Baghdad-INA The Joint Operations Command (JOC) announced on Friday that six terrorists were targeted in airstrikes in Wadi al-Shai, Salah al-Din Governorate. The Joint Operations Command stated, according to a statement by the Security Media Cell received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), that 'in one of the distinguished operations in which monitoring and surveillance continued for more than two consecutive months by the heroes of the Federal Intelligence and Investigation Agency in the Ministry of Interior for a terrorist group in Wadi Al-Shai within the Salah al-Din sector, and with technical follow-up and monitoring from the targeting cell in the Joint Operations Command throughout last night and Friday morning, and as a result of this accurate information, the heroes of the Air Force carried out air strikes using F-16 and Cessna Caravan aircraft on the place where this group of (6) terrorist elements was located and it was completely destroyed.' The statement indicated that "the units are still monitoring and following up in this sector."
Shafaq News
23-05-2025
- Shafaq News
Iraqi forces retrieve two ISIS militants' bodies in Saladin after airstrikes
Shafaq News/ Iraqi security forces uncovered the remains of two ISIS militants during a search operation in eastern Saladin province, days after airstrikes targeted suspected hideouts, the Joint Operations Command (JOC) revealed on Thursday. In a statement, the JOC reported that troops from the 88th Brigade, supported by military intelligence and engineering units, conducted the follow-up sweep after F-16 jets hit militant positions in the Balkana mountain range near Tuz Khurmatu earlier this week. 'Forces retrieved weapons, communication gear, and materials linked to ISIS operations, along with the bodies.' Military footage also showed the destruction of what officials described as a 'functioning ISIS guesthouse,' deep in rugged terrain used by remnants of the group. Despite ISIS's territorial defeat in 2017, the group's remnants continue to launch sporadic attacks using suicide bombings, ambushes, and guerrilla warfare, particularly in rugged terrain and remote areas where they maintain hideouts. Iraq has ramped up pressure on the group's remaining elements in 2025, reportedly neutralizing over 50 militants in the first quarter alone.
