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They spend their time treating the sick and injured in cities and towns. Now these doctors and nurses are on the frontlines of Australia’s biggest military exercise. Between July 13 and August 4, Adelaide-based reservists from 3rd Health Battalion will pull on their uniform for Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025. It’s the first time the unit has fielded an all-reservist treatment team to run a Role 1 hospital, a facility out in the battlefield where patients receive life-saving care. In the Northern Territory’s Bradshaw Field Training Area, military muscle is side-by-side with medical might. The battalion’s treatment team are some of the best South Australia has to offer. The senior clinician of the team is medical officer Major Aloysius Achusiogu, a Nigerian-born humanitarian who splits his time between urban and rural healthcare. When he’s not working at his East Glenelg clinic, the rural generalist tours outback Queensland. Service is a guiding value for the doctor, who also runs an NGO helping vulnerable Nigerians in Africa. “The impact you have on other people is what you’re remembered for,” Major Achusiogu said. Across the table is nursing officer Lieutenant Martina Sydenham. Dealing with life and death situations are all in a day’s work for the reservist of eight years. The nursing officer works in the Royal Adelaide Hospital emergency department, one of largest trauma centres in Australia. It turns out the Adelaide medical community is tight-knit. “A lot of us know each other on civvy street,” Lieutenant Sydenham said. “We have intensive-care paramedics on the treatment team who I see all the time at my day job. “We often get really senior people that come into these reserve roles and have a lot of experience, which is really helpful,” she said. For Lieutenant Sydenham, opportunities to see the road less travelled motivated her to join Army. Others found they could offer more as reservists (SERCAT 5). Corporal Scott Wakefield transitioned from full time service to pursue a career as a South Australian ambulance paramedic after ten years as a medical technician. He said a career in the reserves was more rewarding than discharging from service. “I still enjoyed the role and the mateship of Army, and felt I could give something back to the junior medics coming through the ranks,” Corporal Wakefield said. “As a reservist, you get to keep the mates, you keep the skills, and you get to do some cool stuff too,” he said. Half of 3 HB personnel are reservists from South Australia, Victoria and Tasmania. On Talisman Sabre 2025, 3 Platoon Treatment Team provides point-of-injury health care for combat casualties, medic support during evacuation and medical officer-led resuscitation at the Bradshaw Camp. /Public Release. This material from the originating organization/author(s) might be of the point-in-time nature, and edited for clarity, style and length. Mirage.News does not take institutional positions or sides, and all views, positions, and conclusions expressed herein are solely those of the author(s).View in full here. Read More

An immediate one-off grant to mobilise and coordinate young people to assist in the response to the severe Nelson Tasman weather events has been provided to the Student Volunteer Army (SVA), Youth Minister James Meager has announced. Mr Meager confirmed the $50,000 funding to support youth volunteers aged between 12 and 24, while speaking in Foxhill today. “The Student Volunteer Army has a strong track record of rallying the troops at speed to respond to urgent need and has vast experience in crisis response and disaster recovery. I know the work its volunteers will undertake will be of enormous community benefit,” Mr Meager says. “Young people are ready and willing to get involved and support communities badly affected by recent flooding events. This region has been hit hard twice in the past fortnight, and these volunteers will offer valuable assistance while taking part in a youth development opportunity.” The SVA grant will finance region-wide activities over the next four-to-six weeks. These will be identified from a register of help being sought by individuals, families, and/or communities impacted by severe flooding. “Involving students and young people in disaster response and recovery is always a good idea. They’re fit, energetic and like to help. It also provides them the opportunity to learn first-hand about the complex issues extreme weather present,” SVA Founder Sam Johnson says. The organisation will incorporate the knowledge and expertise of local community leaders to coordinate, support, and lead volunteer opportunities that young people can safely and appropriately participate in. “The youth volunteers that participate will be appropriately supervised and have access to mentoring and guidance to support their learning and development while doing this voluntary work. This represents a great opportunity to grow skills and resilience, while giving back to communities in need,” Mr Meager says. “The Student Volunteer Army has already provided assistance to 50 properties so far, with many more in need of a helping hand. We welcome anyone who’d like to volunteer – particularly family groups and retirees,” Mr Johnson says. “I want to thank those who have helped enormously with the region’s recovery efforts so far. I encourage all young people who have seen the devastation and want to help to reach out to the organisation.” /Public Release. This material from the originating organization/author(s) might be of the point-in-time nature, and edited for clarity, style and length. Mirage.News does not take institutional positions or sides, and all views, positions, and conclusions expressed herein are solely those of the author(s).View in full here. Read More

DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — At least 73 people were killed while attempting to access aid at locations across Gaza on Sunday, the health ministry in the Palestinian territory said. The Israeli military said that soldiers had shot at a gathering of thousands of Palestinians in northern Gaza who posed a threat, and that it was aware of some casualties. But it said that the numbers being reported by teams in Gaza were far higher than the military’s initial investigation found. The military added that it is attempting to facilitate the entry of aid, and blamed Hamas militants for fomenting chaos and endangering civilians. The largest toll, according to the Gaza ministry, was in the northern part of the territory, where at least 67 Palestinians were killed while trying to reach aid entering northern Gaza through the Zikim crossing with Israel, according to the ministry and local hospitals. More than 150 people were wounded, with some of them in critical condition, hospitals said. Seven Palestinians were also killed while sheltering in tents in Khan Younis, including a 5-year-old boy, according to the Kuwait Specialized Field Hospital, which received the casualties. It wasn’t immediately clear whether they were killed by the Israeli army or armed gangs or both. But some witnesses said that the Israeli military shot at the crowd. The killings in northern Gaza didn’t take place near aid distribution points associated with the Gaza Humanitarian Fund, or GHF, a U.S.- and Israel-backed group that hands out food packages to Palestinians. Witnesses and health workers say hundreds of people have been killed by Israeli fire while trying to access the group’s distribution sites. Meanwhile, the Israeli military published new evacuation warnings for areas of central Gaza on Sunday, in one of the few areas where the military has rarely operated with ground troops. The evacuation cuts access between the city of Deir al-Balah and the southern cities of Rafah and Khan Younis in the narrow enclave. The announcement came as Israel and Hamas have been holding ceasefire talks in Qatar, but international mediators say there have been no breakthroughs. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has repeatedly stressed that expanding Israel’s military operations in Gaza will pressure Hamas to negotiate, but negotiations have been stalled for months. Earlier this month, the Israeli military said that it controlled more than 65% of the Gaza Strip. Cutting off access The area of Gaza under the evacuation order is where many international organizations attempting to distribute aid are located. The United Nations has been in contact with Israeli authorities to clarify whether U.N. facilities in southwestern Deir al-Balah are included in Sunday’s evacuation order, according to a U.N. official who spoke on the condition of anonymity because he wasn’t authorized to speak to the media. The official said that in previous instances, U.N. facilities were spared from evacuation orders. The evacuation announcement covers an area stretching from a previously evacuated area all the way to the coast and will severely hamper movement for aid groups and civilians in Gaza. Military spokesman Avichay Adraee warned that the military will attack “with intensity” against militants. He called for residents, including those sheltering in tents, to head to the Muwasi area, a desolate tent camp on Gaza’s southern shore that the Israeli military has designated a humanitarian zone. Gaza’s population of more than 2 million Palestinians are in a catastrophic humanitarian crisis. Hamas triggered the 21-month war when militants stormed into southern Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, killing around 1,200 people and taking 251 others hostage. Fifty remain, but fewer than half are thought to be alive. Israel’s military offensive that followed has killed more than 58,000 Palestinians, according to the Gaza Health Ministry, which doesn’t say how many militants are among the dead but says more than half of the dead have been women and children. The ministry is part of the Hamas government but the U.N. and other international organizations see it as the most reliable source of data on casualties. The Hostages Family Forum, a grassroots organization that represents many of the families of hostages, condemned the evacuation announcement and demanded that Netanyahu and the Israeli military explain what they hope to accomplish in the area of central Gaza, accusing Israel of operating without a clear war plan. “Enough! The Israeli people overwhelmingly want an end to the fighting and a comprehensive agreement that will return all of the hostages,” the forum said. On Saturday night, during the weekly protest, tens of thousands of protesters marched in Tel Aviv to the branch of the U.S. Embassy, demonstrating for an end to the war. Humanitarian disaster grows On Sunday morning, ambulances in front of three major hospitals in Gaza sounded their alarms simultaneously in an urgent appeal to shed light on the hunger crisis in the territory. The health ministry posted pictures on social media of doctors holding paper signs about malnourished children and lack of medication. Zaher al-Wahidi, one of the spokespeople at the health ministry, said that at least nine children under 5 years old have died of malnutrition as of Sunday since the Israel’s imposed aid entry blockade in March. He explained that tracking the number of people dying of starvation is hard because some could be suffering from other medical conditions that could be worsened when compounded with severe hunger. In northern Gaza, Shifa Hospital director Abu Selmiyah said that the hospital recorded 79 people who died of malnutrition in the past month. Israeli bombardments continued to pound the Gaza Strip overnight. Large explosions in northern Gaza were visible from Israel as plumes of fire shot into the sky. ___ 20 Years OfFreeJournalism Your Support Fuels Our Mission Your Support Fuels Our Mission For two decades, HuffPost has been fearless, unflinching, and relentless in pursuit of the truth. Support our mission to keep us around for the next 20 — we can’t do this without you. We remain committed to providing you with the unflinching, fact-based journalism everyone deserves.

HA LONG BAY, Vietnam (AP) — A boat carrying tourists capsized during a sudden thunderstorm in Vietnam on Saturday afternoon during a sightseeing excursion, killing 34 people, state media reported. Eight others remain missing. The Wonder Sea boat was carrying 48 passengers and five crew members — all of them Vietnamese — during the tour of Ha Long Bay, a popular destination for visitors, according to the reports. Rescue workers saved 11 people, and recovered the dead near the site of the capsizing, VNExpress newspaper said. Authorities had earlier reported that 12 people had been rescued, but later revised the figure to 11. The boat turned upside down because of strong winds, the newspaper said. A 14-year-old boy was among the survivors, and he was rescued four hours after being trapped in the overturned hull. The newspaper said that most of the passengers were tourists, including about 20 children, from Hanoi, the country’s capital. A tropical storm is also moving toward the area. A national weather forecast said that Storm Wipha is expected to hit Vietnam’s northern region, including Ha Long Bay’s coast next week. Emergency services attend to a capsized tourist boat in Halong Bay, Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam, on July 19, 2025. (Photo by Vietnam’s Traffic Police Department / Handout/Anadolu via Getty Images) Anadolu via Getty Images Related world newsweatherExtreme WeatherVietnamboating Read More

Burlington, MA, July 20, 2025 –(PR.com)– Vodia Networks, Inc., a provider of unified cloud communications solutions to enterprises, contact centers, and service providers, today announced the launch of prepaid cloud packages on the Azure and DigitalOcean platforms. These plans enable Vodia partners to quickly initiate a fully operational, licensed Vodia phone system with minimal setup. For partners seeking Session Border Controller (SBC) functionality, Vodia’s prepaid cloud packages link licensing directly to concurrent call capacity, ranging from an efficient four channels to a robust twenty. Additionally, organizations with a focus on individual users can choose from extension-based licensing packages for anywhere between 10 to 80 extensions. Vodia’s prepaid Azure and DigitalOcean cloud packages have been developed as an introduction to the feature-rich Vodia ecosystem with minimal complexity. To further streamline the initiation process, please visit the documentation pages. The Vodia sales team is prepared to assist partners with follow-on licensing options to support the expansion of the Vodia PBX from a smaller number of extensions up to thousands. For more information, sales-at-vodia.com, +1 (617) 861-3490. About VodiaVodia Networks, Inc. is a pioneering provider of B2B Cloud Communications Solutions catering to enterprises, contact centers, and service providers. Vodia’s PBX software boasts an extensive suite of business telephony features for on-premise and cloud-based systems and operates seamlessly across Windows, Linux or Mac platforms. Fully compliant with SIP industry standards, the Vodia phone system integrates effortlessly with a wide range of SIP-based devices and trunking providers, granting ultimate freedom in telephony. Vodia’s multi-tenancy platforms are compatible with an unprecedented number of technologies, including desk phones, softphones, and APIs, for myriad third-party software and CRM systems. Our mission is to empower our partners and end-users with the world’s best cloud PBX and personalized support to ensure their success at every turn. Our US headquarters are in Boston and our European headquarters are in Berlin; we also maintain offices in Beijing, Hong Kong, Nicosia (Cyprus), and Sydney, Australia. Visit Vodia on LinkedIn, X, and YouTube. VodiaDavid Porter+1 (617) 861-3490, ext. 453vodia.com Contact Categories Cloud Computing Read More

Hong Kong, China, July 20, 2025 –(PR.com)– FlipHTML5 continues to innovate digital publishing with the launch of its tool for AI brochure (https://fliphtml5.com/ai/ai-brochure-maker/) creation. AI brochure maker, a tool designed to make brochure creation faster, simpler, and more accessible. With artificial intelligence at its core, this cutting-edge solution transforms static ideas into professionally designed brochures within minutes. Users across industries—including marketing, education, and publishing—can now generate interactive AI brochures that captivate their audiences without requiring specialized design skills. In addition to enabling digital brochure (https://fliphtml5.com/learning-center/create/digital-brochure/) creation from PDFs, Words, PPTs, PNGs, and JPGs, FlipHTML5 leverages advanced algorithms to empower its new AI brochure generator. Users simply input a title and description, choose preferred design styles like page size, color palettes, and other specifications, and the AI produces a fully structured brochure complete with contemporary layouts and visuals. This is particularly beneficial for small businesses that need a quick, yet professional solution for promoting courses, products, or services. Combined with multilingual capabilities, users can create AI brochures in 30 languages, ensuring global accessibility. Customization is another key advantage of creating AI brochures on FlipHTML5. The platform supports the embedding of videos, hyperlinks, and animations, ensuring that the final product is not only visually appealing but also interactive. Users can also utilize an AI writing assistant to reword and translate text content, as well as generate illustrations from text to easily enrich their brochures. What’s more, FlipHTML5 allows chatbot integration, which is helpful to add real-time interaction and enhance customer engagement, making the AI-generated brochures more dynamic and effective in driving conversions. FlipHTML5 offers a comprehensive suite of AI tools designed to accelerate content generation, such as AI catalog maker (https://fliphtml5.com/ai/ai-catalog-maker/), AI poster generator, among others. These tools help users create engaging and high-quality digital content effortlessly, from writing and designing for a variety of content creation needs. “Our goal is to make digital content creation as seamless and efficient as possible,” said Winston Zhang, CEO of FlipHTML5. “The AI brochure maker, along with our other AI tools, reflects our commitment to providing solutions that enhance creativity while streamlining workflows for users from all industries.” To learn more about the AI brochure maker, please visit https://fliphtml5.com/. About FlipHTML5FlipHTML5 is a premier digital publishing platform that empowers users to craft interactive and captivating content. With easy-to-use tools and advanced features, the platform serves professionals in marketing, education, publishing, and beyond. FlipHTML5 Software Co., Ltd.Winston Zhang+86 020-61972665https://fliphtml5.com Contact Categories Software Read More

New York, NY, July 20, 2025 –(PR.com)– Fusion Business Solutions (P) Limited; FBSPL, a leading outsourcing and consulting service provider, hosted its Quarter 1 (2025–26) Townhall. The company gathered over 900 employees to reaffirm its commitment to technology-first delivery. Themed “Fusion x AI: The Awakening,” the event reflected the company’s accelerated movement toward intelligent systems and human-centered execution. The Townhall featured leadership perspectives, AI tool launches, internal promotions, and strategic updates. These initiatives align with FBSPL’s broader global expansion and digital transformation goals across its insurance, finance, and business intelligence service portfolio. Ensuring Scalable Efficiency Through In-House AI Tools A key highlight of the event was the introduction of three automation tools developed by FBSPL’s experts to standardize workflows and reduce manual efforts. These include: AI Proposal Generator – Converts multi-carrier quote data into formatted, client-ready proposals within seconds. Policy Comparison Tool – Performs detailed analysis across policy documents, highlighting mismatches and discrepancies. Smart Intake Chatbot – Replaces static client forms with an interactive, conversational data collection interface. The tools are already used across internal operations and are gradually deployed across client accounts. According to FBSPL’s leadership, these products reflect a focused effort to bring efficiency, accuracy, and consistency to high-volume processes. “Our approach to automation is clear. It must solve real problems, simplify execution, and scale without increasing friction,” said Mr. Pushpendra Singh Rathore, lead of AI & Automation vertical at FBSPL. Leadership Outlines Growth Mandate and Execution Culture During the event, Mr. Madhukar S. Dubey, Founder and Managing Director of FBSPL, emphasized the need for ownership at every level of the organization. He stated, “We are no longer a small company; it is time to lead with purpose, precision, and personal accountability.” He noted that each team member must act not as an employee, but as a stakeholder in the company’s evolution. His address reflected the company’s scale, cultural maturity, and intent to operate as a future-facing, process-led organization. Joining the Townhall from the U.S. headquarters in Franklin, Tennessee, Mr. Ken Hampton, Chief Growth Officer, outlined five strategic imperatives for FBSPL’s next phase: Strengthen vertical capabilities Expand into business intelligence services Transition client engagements from transactional to consultative Build strategic partnerships Enhance performance-led lead generation He reinforced the core belief that discipline is the foundation of scale, stating, “Ideas are common. Execution with ownership is what defines leadership.” Performance, People, and a Culture of Precision Co-CEO Mr. Vinod Verma highlighted that high-quality output requires sustained focus and procedural discipline. Referencing recent internal performance data, he encouraged every team to commit to zero-error delivery. “Discipline isn’t restrictive. It’s what protects quality and consistency in a high-speed environment,” he remarked. Ms. Shweta Dubey, Co-Founder and CEO, reinforced the centrality of people in a tech-forward culture. She noted that while automation determines how quickly operations move, human clarity and intent decide direction. “AI is not here to replace people. It’s here to augment performance and performance stems from ownership, not oversight,” she said. Her address also included recognitions, team promotions, the rollout of a new performance management system, and the announcement of key global partnerships in the AI and digital transformation space. Continued Investment in Global Delivery and People-First Culture FBSPL’s Q1 Townhall marks a critical milestone in its trajectory as a next-generation business services provider. The company is expanding its global operations while ensuring growth, high-quality delivery, and cross-team collaboration. With a team of 900+ professionals and rising international alliances, FBSPL remains committed to offering technology-backed services. It keeps employees and clients at the core of every solution. Visit us : www.fbspl.com Fusion Business Solution (P) LtdMr. Madhukar Dubey+1-240-979-0061https://www.fbspl.com/459 Columbus Ave #4018New York, NY10024 Contact Categories Small Business Services Read More

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