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15 minutes ago
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Smart Homes, Safer Communities: Christopher Mickey's Call for Action on HVAC Reform
From Hurricane Relief to Everyday Energy Bills, One Entrepreneur Pushes for Smarter, More Reliable Home Systems In a new exclusive interview, Florida-based entrepreneur Christopher Mickey shares a message that reaches far beyond his own business: America needs to take HVAC systems—and the people they serve—more seriously. 'Bad HVAC isn't just uncomfortable. It's expensive, inefficient, and, in some cases, dangerous,' says Mickey, founder of Airheads HVAC. 'Every home we flip, we see the same problems: outdated systems, poor installations, and zero energy strategy.' Having personally flipped more than 545 homes with his wife, Mickey's journey from the restaurant industry to real estate and HVAC has given him a front-row seat to the systemic problems facing homeowners. 'You'd be shocked at how often families are stuck with high energy bills and unreliable systems,' he notes. 'These aren't luxuries—they're essentials.' The timing of Mickey's message is urgent. HVAC systems account for nearly 50% of the average U.S. household's energy usage, and with energy prices continuing to climb, inefficient setups are costing families thousands. Yet too few know how to spot or solve the problem. 'There are smart solutions out there—things like high-efficiency systems and smart thermostats—but people need to be educated and empowered,' he says. Mickey believes the answer lies not just in better technology, but in accountability. 'We treat every job like it's our own home. That's missing in this industry.' In the interview, Mickey also speaks about his team's response to Hurricane Helene, when they provided free and discounted HVAC services to families left without cooling. 'If you've got the tools to help, use them,' he says. 'It's that simple.' Mickey's message is clear: home systems should work for the people living in them—not against them. He urges communities to take action: Get your systems checked regularly. Invest in smart, energy-efficient solutions. Hold service providers to a higher standard. Speak up when service fails. 'This isn't just about saving money—it's about safety, sustainability, and respect for people's homes,' says Mickey. 'You don't need to be in HVAC to help fix this. You just need to care.' About Christopher Mickey Christopher Mickey is a hands-on entrepreneur and founder of Airheads HVAC. After starting in the restaurant business at 21 and flipping over 545 homes, he launched Airheads to solve the HVAC problems he saw every day on the job. His work is driven by quality service, smart technology, and a deep commitment to community support. To read the full interview, click here. Contact: Info@ Media Contact Contact Person: Christopher Mickey Email: Send Email City: New Port Richey State: Florida Country: United States Website:
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16 minutes ago
- Sport
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Connor McDavid won't rush contract extension with Oilers, says winning is top priority
Connor McDavid knows Edmonton fans are anxiously watching the calendar. The Oilers captain still plans to take his time before deciding his future. Widely considered the best player in the world, McDavid is entering the final season of an eight-year, US$100-million contract next season. He becomes eligible to sign an extension on July 1. 'I'm sure we'll get into it over the course of the next couple of weeks, but I'm not in a rush,' McDavid told reporters after the Oilers' exit meetings Thursday, two days after losing in the Stanley Cup final. 'I don't think that there needs to be any timeline. 'I know people are going to look at that July 1 day and be looking to see if there's anything done. But for me, I'm just not in a rush that way.' The Oilers fell in six games to a deep and gritty Panthers team, losing to Cup-champion Florida in the final for the second consecutive year. McDavid's top priority when considering a contract extension is simple: winning. 'It's the most important thing,' he said. 'If I feel that there's a good window to win here, over and over again, then signing is no problem.' The 28-year-old joined the Oilers in 2015 after being drafted first overall. He arrived after nine dark, playoff-less years in Edmonton, and has gradually helped lead the Oilers to the brink of a championship. While Edmonton lost in six games this year, the Oilers pushed the Panthers to seven in 2024, falling 2-1 in a tight final game after erasing a 3-0 series deficit. McDavid described last year's defeat as a 'heartbreak.' This year's loss was 'more frustrating.' 'Of course, there's unfinished business here,' McDavid said. 'This core has been together for a long time, and we've been building to this moment all along. The work that's going on behind the scenes, the conversations, the endless disappointments — and some good times along the way as well. We're all in this together, trying to get it over that finish line. 'With that being said, ultimately, we still need to do what's best for me and my family, and that's who I have to take care of first.' The three-time Hart Trophy winner as league MVP produced 26 goals and 74 assists in 67 games this past season. He then piled up 33 points in 22 playoff contests, tying fellow Oilers superstar Leon Draisaitl for the playoff scoring lead. McDavid and Draisaitl form one of the league's most dangerous duos. Draisaitl, in the same contract situation as McDavid last year, waited until September to sign an eight-year, $US112-million pact kicking in next season. The German forward hopes his running mate follows suit. 'Do I want him here forever? Yes, of course,' Draisaitl said. 'I think everybody does. 'I haven't really talked to Connor about it yet. There comes a time where we talk about it, but there's nothing that I can tell you right now … That's his situation and he will do what's best for him and his family.' The Oilers are an older team, but Draisaitl believes the core is in its prime and still has 'a lot of juice left' for the coming seasons. McDavid said the improvements must come from within the already established group. 'It's on every person in that room and that organization to dust themselves off, come back and be better,' he said. 'Everyone's got to find a new level. It's not like we have a ton of cap room and we got a long list of highly touted prospects knocking on the door.' 'The team is certainly positioned to be really good again next year,' he added. 'Really, really good again next year. Beyond that, I don't know or care.' Re-signing No. 1 defenceman Evan Bouchard might be a more immediate matter for the Oilers. Bouchard will become a restricted free agent when his two-year, $US7.8-million bridge deal expires July 1. The 25-year-old is in line for a big raise after back-to-back high-production playoff runs for a total of 55 points in 47 games. 'We tried to not talk about it too much come playoff time, focus on hockey,' he said. 'I love being here, want to be here and yeah, we'll see where talks go in the next few days.' While discussing his future, McDavid revealed that forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins played through a broken hand. 'Wasn't easy to watch him go through that, but pretty amazing what he was able to do,' McDavid said. Nugent-Hopkins had six goals and 14 assists in 22 playoff games. The Oilers also lost forward Zach Hyman to a wrist injury before the final, and defenceman Mattias Ekholm only played the final seven playoff games due to an undisclosed ailment.
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31 minutes ago
- Business
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ZTE showcases full-stack innovations at MWC Shanghai 2025, co-creating an era of AI for all
ZTE Corporation ( / a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, has unveiled a full range of frontier innovations under the theme "Catalyzing Intelligent Innovation" at MWC Shanghai 2025. These innovations span AI + networks, AI applications, and AI-powered terminals. At immersive demonstrations, ZTE showcased its key advancements in AI phones and smart homes. Leveraging its underlying capabilities, the company is committed to providing full-stack solutions—from infrastructure to application ecosystems—for operators, enterprises, and consumers, co-creating an era of AI for all. AI + Networks: Systemic Innovations Bolster Intelligent Network Infrastructure The AI boom has driven rising demands for technological upgrades and industrial digitalization, unlocking new growth opportunities for operators. With systemic innovations, ZTE remains committed to comprehensively enhancing connectivity for operators and redefining network value with AI-native technologies across all domains. The company's new solutions include: 1. Full-scenario coverage solution: This solution incorporates advanced technologies, such as uplink three-component-carrier aggregation, and differential products including MiCell and qNCR. It delivers superior experiences and seamless coverage for both emerging business (AI-powered terminals, autonomous driving, VR, embodied AI) and scenarios with weak signals (elevators and underground parking lots). 2. Integrated low-altitude solution: ZTE has developed the industry's first " ISAC Foundation Model" and made comprehensive breakthroughs in "technology, ecosystem, and commercial deployment" to drive the low-altitude economy development. This solution has been deployed in over 100 commercial and pilot projects. 3. SAGIN solution: With a deep dive into 5G ATG and NTN technologies, ZTE is pushing the boundaries of wireless connectivity at high altitude and in space. Moreover, ZTE has rolled out a full range of innovative solutions for network intelligence upgrades. 1. AIR RAN solution: deeply integrating AI to fully improve energy efficiency, maintenance efficiency, and user experience, driving the transition towards value creation of 5G 2. AIR Net solution: a high-level autonomous network solution that encompasses three engines to advance network operations towards "Agentic Operations" 3. AI-optical campus solution: addressing network pain points in various scenarios for higher operational efficiency in cities 4. HI-NET solution: a high-performance and highly intelligent transport network solution enabling "terminal-edge-network-computing" synergy with multiple groundbreaking innovations, including the industry's first integrated sensing-communication-computing CPE, full-band OTNs, highest-density 800G intelligent switches, and the world's leading AI-native routers Through technological innovations in wireless and wired networks, ZTE has built an energy-efficient, wide-coverage, and intelligent network infrastructure that meets current business needs and lays the groundwork for future AI-driven applications, positioning operators as first movers in digital transformation. AI Applications: Deep Integration Brings Greater Industry Value AI applications are revolutionizing vertical industries at a faster pace—from technological exploration to value creation. At the booth, ZTE showcased its use cases for various sectors such as government affairs, transportation, automotive manufacturing, education, and healthcare, as well as AI applications for typical scenarios like intelligent manufacturing and businesses' global compliance, demonstrating how AI truly amplifies productivity. Notably, ZTE AiCube all-in-one machine has played a key part in such fields as education, healthcare, enterprise management, automotive design. 1. Education: ZTE collaborated with Zhejiang University in deploying Zhihai AI Education AiCube that offers AI general courses, specialized courses, and practical training courses to accelerate the popularization of AI education. 2. Healthcare: ZTE's Medical-Care AiCube deployed in top-tier hospitals enables minute-level generation of diagnostic reports with over 95% accuracy. Additionally, ZTE partnered with Shanzhen, a Chinese healthcare service provider specialized in medical examinations, to launch the AI check machine, offering efficient, precise, and standardized medical report review services for medical institutions and examination centers. 3. Automotive design: ZTE worked with Dongfeng Motor in AI-driven automotive design, which boosts both efficiency and creativity. ZTE Digital Nebula has been applied in key scenarios such as ports, rail transit, and government affairs. The success cases include: 1. Smart fire and smoke detection system for the Taicang Port, significantly reducing hardware costs and false alarms through its visual intelligence platform and computer vision foundation model 2. LLM and AI agent for Qingdao Metro, delivering higher operational efficiency across key urban rail systems 3. Unified network management and analysis system, further increasing urban governance efficiency of Jiangning District of Nanjing City At the event, ZTE highlighted how AI powers sensing, interaction, cognition, decision-making, and behavior at its Nanjing Binjiang Base, effectively upgrading and redefining industrial manufacturing. Additionally, AI agents on the ECSS platform, leveraging ZTE's 30 years of global operational experience, deliver comprehensive compliance services to enterprises expanding internationally, ensuring their sustainable growth overseas. These achievements are driven by ZTE's continuous innovations in intelligent computing. Its full-stack intelligent computing solution fosters a sustainable ecosystem through openness and decoupling, and maximizes resource efficiency via software-hardware synergy. On the hardware side, ZTE unveiled SuperPOD servers with next-gen architecture, Out-of-the-Box AiCube, and a full range of in-house chips, AIDC switches, and full-band OTN products—enabling high-speed interconnects and holistic computing resource scheduling. On the software side, the company's innovations deliver efficient, stable training and cost-effective inference, unleashing huge computing potential. ZTE also launched Agent Factory Co-Sight to enable minute-level application development. In green computing, its prefabricated modular DC solution reduces construction time by 40%, while power and battery products deployed in 850,000 5G base stations worldwide have lowered annual carbon emissions by 6 million tons, setting a new industry benchmark for sustainable development. AI-Powered Terminals: Large Models Redefine Smart Experiences While large AI models are reshaping interactive experiences and ecosystem value, ZTE actively diversifies its product offerings for consumers and homes, forging the frontiers of industry innovation. At the exhibition booth, visitors can be immersed in "A Day with AI" with a fusion of "2D culture + gaming" experiences. In the home terminal market, ZTE AI Home establishes a family-centric vDC and employs MoE-based AI agents to deliver personalized services for each household member. Supported by an AI network, home-based computing power, AI screens, and AI companion robots, ZTE AI Home ensures a seamless and engaging experience—providing 24/7 all-around, warm-hearted care for every family member. The product highlights include: 1. AI FTTR: Serving as a thoughtful life assistant, it is equipped with a household knowledge base to proactively understand and optimize daily routines for every family member. 2. AI Wi-Fi 7: Featuring the industry's first omnidirectional antenna and smart roaming solution, it ensures high-speed and stable connectivity. 3. Smart display: It acts like an exclusive personal trainer, leveraging precise semantic parsing technology to tailor personalized services for users. 4. AI flexible screen & cloud PC: Multi-screen interactions cater to diverse needs for home entertainment and mobile office, creating a new paradigm for smart homes. 5. AI companion robot: Backed by smart emotion recognition and bionic interaction systems, the robot safeguards children's healthy growth with emotionally intelligent connections. For consumers, ZTE's "AI for All" strategy shines with its full-scenario ecosystem products: 1. RedMagic product series: dominating mobile gaming with extraordinary breakthroughs in display, battery life, performance, and cooling 2. Nubia series: delivering photography excellence and meeting the young generation's needs; especially for nubia Z70S Ultra Photographer's Edition that redefines personalized flagship smartphones 3. 5G MBB/FWA products: maintaining market leadership 4. Various AI phones: launched with operators to benefit more people with technologies The digital and intelligent evolution is unlocking an infinite future. Ushering in a new era of AI, ZTE will anchor its strategy on "Connectivity + Computing". Collaborating with industry partners, the company is committed to driving industrial transformation, and achieving computing and AI for all, thereby contributing to a smarter, more connected world. Media Contact Company Name: ZTE Corporation Contact Person: Stella Zhao Email: Send Email Country: China Website:
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31 minutes ago
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Coherent Market Insights Partners with ET Edge 40 Under 40 North 2025 to Recognise Exceptional Leaders
"ET Edge 40 Under 40 North 2025" June 19 2025, Delhi: Coherent Market Insights (CMI), a leading market research and intelligence firm, proudly served as the research partner for the prestigious ET Edge 40 Under 40 North 2025 event. The event, held in Delhi, celebrated 40 dynamic leaders under the age of 40 who have been instrumental in shaping the future of various industries across India. It is an extraordinary celebration of innovation and resilience honouring the innovators who have demonstrated their distinction and prowess across various industries. The event was graced by the Honourable Chief Guest, Smt. Raksha Nikhil Khadse, Hon'ble Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India. As the research partner, CMI played a crucial role in providing in-depth market insights and data, shining a light on the remarkable achievements of these exceptional individuals. The event served as a platform to showcase their extraordinary contributions and dedication in their respective fields, spanning across sectors. Mr. Raj Shah, Founder & CEO of CMI, took centre stage to explain the comprehensive research process and detailed approach used to identify and select the distinguished 40 Under 40 leaders in India. With the backing of CMI's expert research methodologies, the selection process highlighted the leaders' transformative impact and innovation. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Shah commented, 'At CMI, we are thrilled to partner with such an impactful event that celebrates the visionaries driving change and progress. These are avant garde shaping tomorrow, today; the ones who refused to follow and carved their path in the history of making India truly Aatmanirbhar and leading to Viksit Bharat' With the partnership between CMI and ET Edge, the 40 Under 40 North 2025 event was more than just a celebration; it was a powerful example of youth leadership, vision, and innovation, setting a benchmark for future leaders. About CMI Coherent Market Insights (CMI) is a global market research and consulting firm providing comprehensive market intelligence across various sectors. With a focus on actionable insights and data-driven solutions, CMI supports businesses, governments, and organisations in their decision-making and strategic planning. Media Contact Company Name: Coherent Market Insights Contact Person: Email: Send Email Phone: 91-848-285-0837 Address: Coherent Market Insights Pvt Ltd, 401-402, Bremen Business Center, University Road, Aundh, Pune – 411007, India. City: India State: Maharashtra Country: India Website:
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31 minutes ago
- Business
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Spotless Cleaning Services Launches Residential Cleaning Website for Charlotte & Lake Norman
Spotless Cleaning Services has launched a new website dedicated solely to residential cleaning in Charlotte and Lake Norman. The site offers clear service details, transparent pricing, and an easy booking experience to better serve homeowners in both regions. Charlotte, NC - June 19, 2025 - Spotless Cleaning Services, a trusted name in professional cleaning, is excited to announce the launch of its brand-new website: This newly launched platform is now fully dedicated to serving homeowners with top-tier residential cleaning services across the Charlotte and Lake Norman areas. Previously, the company's online presence combined both residential and commercial offerings under one site. As demand for home cleaning services has grown, Spotless made the strategic decision to separate its service lines — offering a fully customized experience for residential clients through this new, purpose-built site. 'We wanted to simplify things for homeowners and create a space that speaks directly to their needs,' said Andrea Labadia, owner of Spotless Cleaning Services. 'With this new platform, everything is clearer, more transparent, and easier to navigate — from pricing to scheduling.' Built for Homeowners Who Value Clean Living The new website reflects Spotless Cleaning Services' long-standing commitment to quality, clarity, and convenience. Visitors can now: Browse detailed descriptions of core services, including standard cleaning, deep cleaning, move-in/move-out cleaning, specialized Airbnb Cleaning and more. Review clear package pricing to understand exactly what's included with each service Book cleanings instantly through an intuitive scheduling tool Request a custom quote quickly and easily based on their specific needs The layout is designed to help users make decisions confidently — without having to jump through hoops or guess what a service includes. Whether someone is looking for a one-time deep clean or a recurring weekly plan, the new website provides everything needed to get started in just a few minutes. Serving Charlotte and Lake Norman With ExcellenceSpotless Cleaning Services continues to proudly provide top-tier residential cleaning services across two key service areas: Charlotte – Residential cleaning services for families and homeowners in the Charlotte area. Lake Norman – Residential cleaning solutions tailored for the Lake Norman community. With a dedicated team focused on quality, consistency, and care, Spotless ensures every home is cleaned to the highest standards. By separating residential and commercial services, the company now offers a more focused and seamless experience for its residential clients. Visit the New Site Homeowners seeking trusted and efficient residential cleaning now have a dedicated place to explore services, compare options, and book cleanings at their convenience. The team invites both returning and new clients to visit the new site and experience how simple and stress-free maintaining a spotless home can be. Explore the new residential site at: Media Contact Company Name: Spotless Cleaning Services Contact Person: Andrea Labadia Email: Send Email Phone: 7042002758 Address: 2923 S Tryon St Suite 220 A City: Charlotte State: North Carolina Country: United States Website:
