The Allan Labor Government has begun upgrading Dromana Pier, an iconic Mornington Peninsula attraction for fishing, walking, boating and swimming. Ports and Freight Minister Melissa Horne today announced the start of work on the popular coastal destination, as part of the Labor Government's $46 million investment to deliver key upgrades to piers and jetties across… Continue reading Work on the construction of the new Dromana Pier is underway
Google's Willow chip runs quantum algorithms 13,000 times faster than supercomputers: here's how its superconducting design makes this possible
Google has announced a major breakthrough with its efforts to enable usable quantum computing. The company's Willow processor reportedly ran a complex quantum echo algorithm about 13,000 times faster than today's fastest classical supercomputers. Willow represents a significant leap after Google's breakthrough with the Sycamore chip in 2019. Unlike the latter, the former superconducting chip… Continue reading Google's Willow chip runs quantum algorithms 13,000 times faster than supercomputers: here's how its superconducting design makes this possible
SolarPower Europe is pushing for the adoption of a renewables-first approach to ensure energy security
As the global energy sector is caught up in the inevitable transition away from fossil fuels towards the renewable energy sector, SolarPower Europe is pushing for the adoption of renewable energy to strengthen energy security around the world. For far too long, the world has relied on conventional energy production methods that rely on fossil… Continue reading SolarPower Europe is pushing for the adoption of a renewables-first approach to ensure energy security
One of Richard Neutra's protégés designed this $1.7 million home for a Caltech professor
Architect: Harwell Hamilton Harris Footprint: 1,449 square feet (2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms) Lot size: 0.13 acres From the agent: “This is the second home built by architect Harwell Hamilton Harris, which he built after spending several formative years in the office of Richard Neutra. One of the many things he learned there was the importance… Continue reading One of Richard Neutra's protégés designed this $1.7 million home for a Caltech professor
Three apartments are to be built in Pembridge in the nature reserve
The Corner House building in Pembridge currently has two apartments upstairs and it has been proposed to be converted into three studio apartments. The building also houses the Bloom & Grind café and a pizzeria on the ground floor. The plans, submitted by Hook Mason Ltd on behalf of Mr Craig Freese, said the aim… Continue reading Three apartments are to be built in Pembridge in the nature reserve
The Russian cybercrime landscape has changed with escalating crackdowns
Increasing global law enforcement efforts, including the sweeping Operation Endgame, have led Russia to step up its initiatives against cybercriminal operations within the state that it typically ignored in the past, SecurityWeek reports. Since 2023, more threat actors have been subjected to Russia's choreographed arrests as part of its efforts to assert its authority, with… Continue reading The Russian cybercrime landscape has changed with escalating crackdowns
The Route 207 project is entering its initial phase – The Eastern Door
Expanding sewer and water systems for 207 residents will be a long time coming, Boyer said. “I talked to an elder and they said, well, it's about time. We've been hearing this for 30, 40, 50 years,” Boyer said. “We’re improving the quality of life for people on the 207.” Boyer said the project will… Continue reading The Route 207 project is entering its initial phase – The Eastern Door
When to expect the first frost in your area so you can protect your plants
When it comes to gardening, knowing the first frost date in your area is key to many important fall tasks, such as digging up dahlias, pruning for the year, harvesting cold-sensitive plants, and bringing plants in for the winter. The first frost date of the season is when temperatures fall below freezing (32°F), which can… Continue reading When to expect the first frost in your area so you can protect your plants
BP commits $1 million to Woodhaven SBS |
Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr. announced Monday a $1 million allocation for Phase B of select bus service on Woodhaven Boulevard. The corridor hosts the Q52 and Q53 Select bus routes. Site improvements began in 2017 with the installation of 6.85 miles of bus lanes on the boulevard and alignment; the addition of bus… Continue reading BP commits $1 million to Woodhaven SBS |
Ontario's bill proposes changes to landlord-tenant consultations and lease terminations
The Ford government has introduced an omnibus bill that would change a range of laws and regulations, from green roofs to tenant evictions to driver's licenses. The Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act proposes more than 40 changes to various regulations and laws. Here is an overview of some of the proposed changes: This makes it… Continue reading Ontario's bill proposes changes to landlord-tenant consultations and lease terminations