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Squirrels rely on birds to let them know when it's safe to go out

Squirrels pay close attention to bird chatter to find out if there's a predator nearby.




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Why male honeybees try to blind their queens

New research finds a protein in honeybee semen that makes the queen temporarily blind.




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[Primetals Technologies, Ltd.]<br />Primetals Technologies equips Baosteel CC3 continuous caster with new Integrated Control Center

New Integrated Control Center (ICC) for controlling and monitoring the entire continuous casting plant




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MHI Thermal Systems Launches New Air Conditioner Ads on Concept of "Comforting the World with Heat," Featuring Popular Actress Keiko Kitagawa <br>-- First New Ad for Residential-use Lineup in 20 Years --

・ Broadcasts to get underway from April 10 to mark 50th anniversary of launch of "BEAVER" brand ・ Residential-use ad to focus on outstanding comfort from diverse advanced features; commercial-use ad to highlight IoT-based operating control and energy efficiency




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[Primetals Technologies, Ltd.]<br />Primetals Technologies wins order from Shougang Qian’an to supply 6-stand Hyper UC-mill for electrical steel

・ The world’s first 6-stand tandem cold mill with Hyper UC-mills in all stands ・ Equipped with work roll shift function to enable precise edge profile control of electrical steels ・ Enables Shougang Qian’an to meet the growing demand for electrical steels




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[Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd.]<br />MHPS Receives Order from Taiwan Power Company for Steam Turbine Facilities for the Datan Power Plant -- Equipment to Convert the Unit 7 Natural Gas-fired Simple Cycle Generator to a GTCC System --

・ Combined cycle operations scheduled to begin in November 2023 ・ Total plant output to increase 50%, from the current 600 MW to 900 MW




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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. and Bombardier Inc. have agreed on a June 1, 2020 closing date for the transaction pertaining to the acquisition of Canadair Regional Jet Program.<br />-- Program to be operated under new name of MHI RJ Aviation Grou

Tokyo, May 7 (Montreal, May 6), 2020 – Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) (TOKYO:7011) and Bombardier Inc. (Bombardier) (TSX: BBD.B) of Canada have agreed that all closing conditions have been met and the transaction pertaining to the acquisition of Canadair Regional Jet (CRJ) Program will close on June 1, 2020. The Program will be operated under the newly created group entities of MHI RJ Aviation Group (MHIRJ) and will commence upon closing.




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6 questions to ask yourself daily for a healthier quarantine mindset

Ask these 6 daily quarantine questions to make sure you're doing OK and taking care of yourself.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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An etiquette guide to surviving a pandemic

Here's how to get through the socially challenging times of coronavirus with grace, dignity and good health.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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5 questions to ask before you bring chickens home

Whether you want them for eggs or see them as pets, chickens can be fun — if you do your homework.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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A nation divided ... into perfect square miles

In "The Jefferson Grid," mesmerizing satellite images reveal the early land planning efforts of America's founding fathers.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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The world&#39;s most famous pig is cancer-free now, and her unique CT scanner is saving lives

Earlier this year, her fans raised $650,000 to purchase the world's largest medical medical scanner to help her.




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Students perform emotional haka dance in memory of Christchurch mosque victims

The haka is a traditional Maori routine performed at many ceremonies in New Zealand. Here, two groups respond to the terrorist attack on 2 New Zealand mosques.



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Inside one man&#39;s quest to grow and forage 100% of his food for an entire year

Rob Greenfield is a hands-on activist who has participated in many high-profile environmental feats to raise awareness about people's impact on the planet.




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5 aircraft designs that didn&#39;t quite fly

Here are five of the most spectacular aircraft that flopped for a variety of reasons, including the Spruce Goose and a nuclear-powered plane.



  • Research & Innovations

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Quick-thinking flight crew saves French bulldog

When Darcy was in distress, JetBlue attendants rushed to her aid with ice and oxygen.




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Gold bar found in Mexico City park was an Aztec treasure looted by conquistadors

The artifact was probably dropped by conquistadors as they fled from the city.



  • Arts & Culture

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The benefits of quitting smoking and 5 natural ways to kick the habit

It's tough, but not impossible, to quit smoking. Here are some natural ways to put your cigarette-puffing habit behind you.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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No matter your age, it&#39;s the quality of friendships that matters, not quantity

New research about relationships backs up this age-old adage.




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8 creative techniques to keep coral reefs alive

Since the threats to coral reefs vary depending on location, scientists are customizing solutions to help them survive.




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Planning a wedding? Skip the flowers and get puppy bouquets instead

Add an extra dose of whimsy and bliss to your big day with a rambunctious pile of rescue puppies.




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13 quotes about the cozy nostalgia of autumn

What you experience in autumn is hard to express in words — but that hasn't stopped writers and thinkers around the world from trying.



  • Climate & Weather

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Take a trip across Q&#39;eswachaka, the last handwoven Inca rope bridge

​Stretching over the Apurimac River, this suspension bridge is made of grass and rebuilt every year using traditional Inca techniques.




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5 facts about Vieques&#39; bioluminescent Mosquito Bay

Visiting Puerto Rico? Don't forget to plan a visit to the island of Vieques, where you can take a starlit kayak trip on the world's brightest bio bay.




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Quokka selfies take the internet by storm (but not everyone thinks that&#39;s a good thing)

Due to their seemingly ever-smiling demeanor, these small marsupials are the perfect selfie buddies.




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9 unexpected dishes you can make with quinoa

On National Quinoa Day, try this versatile superfood in creative new recipes, like chocolate cookies, veggie burgers, yogurt parfaits and more.




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10 ways to eat Chayote squash

Chayote, a pear-shaped gourd, is this year's "it" vegetable.




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Designing toilet paper for quality and sustainability

Aria toilet paper is 50% thicker & 3x stronger when wet than the leading recycled brand. It's also eco-friendly.




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Atlanta to Appalachia: Meet the quirky neighbors who keep my life interesting

From spraying coyote urine to mourning the passing of a horse, I'm learning to be part of this community.




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8 quirks of farmers market foods

Local farmers at Montclair Farmers' Market explain why their food looks different from what you see at the grocery store.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Gefion meets €5m liquidity deadline

The Danish provider has complied with the order from a regulator to have liquid assets of at least €5m by the end of 2019, after further investment from shareholders.




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CMA urges regulators to put "strong remedies" in place to end loyalty penalty

Government body welcomes the FCA's proposition to ban dual pricing as it publishes update a year on from the Citizens Advice super-complaint.




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FCA admits "mistake" after it accidentally shared private complainant data

The names, addresses, and telephone numbers of certain FCA complainants were publicly available between November 2019 and February 2020.




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FCA under attack for "comprehensively and scandalously" failing consumers

Regulator rejects claims from Gina Miller's True and Fair Campaign, stating they contain “numerous inaccuracies", as campaigners call on the Chancellor of the Exchequer to review Andrew Bailey's appointment as governor of the Bank of England.




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FCA warns of Tasker and QIC Europe clone

Regulator said fraudsters had used the details of authorised firms Tasker Insurance Brokers and QIC Europe to attempt to scam customers.




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Covid-19: Industry welcomes "firm and pragmatic" FCA message on BI claims

Sector responds to the regulator's Dear CEO letter calling on insurers to pay valid claims quickly.




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Ex-Ardonagh deputy CEO Janice Deakin: "I need a break from big deals"

Former Ardonagh deputy CEO Janice Deakin has stepped back at the consolidator and vowed that she needs a ‘break’ from big deals having worked on the acquisition of Swinton, but added the idea of acting as a non-executive director at another firm presently has little appeal.




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Ex-Covéa boss Cooter joins InsurTech Quotall

Cooter, who left Covéa in April 2019, said the appointment would allow him to “try something different”.




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Romero and Qlaims partner on commercial property support

Broker can now offer claims support and loss recovery insurance to commercial property clients.




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Profile: C-Quence founder Jacqueline McNamee

Shaking up insurance: C-Quence founder Jacqueline McNamee tells Insurance Age why she broke out of a career in big corporates and why technology is poised to disrupt the industry




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Scenic New Zealand train route to reopen 2 years after massive earthquake

The Coastal Pacific Train route closed following the Kaikoura earthquake in November 2016. The 61-mile route will reopen on Dec. 1, 2018.




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Electric cars are quiet. Maybe too quiet.

Automakers are devising unique sounds to let the blind and other pedestrians know that EVs are approaching. Now the EU requires it on new vehicles.




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What an increase in air turbulence means for frequent fliers

Does an increase in turbulence mean it will be less safe to use airplanes for travel? The science and the numbers behind the headlines.




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MHI Publishes Integrated Report "MHI Report 2018"<br>-- Presentation of MHI Group's Vision and Course for Future Growth --

Tokyo, October 30, 2018 - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) has published "MHI Report 2018," an integrated report that presents its vision for improving the everyday lives of people by solving the social issues of today as well as tomorrow, in order to remain a company valued by society. In the report MHI outlines the strategies to achieve this vision, and strives to depict how internal corporate resources function.




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"Notice of the 94th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders" has been updated

You are cordially invited to attend the 94th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (“MHI”) to be held as described below.




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"Status of 2018 Medium-Term Business Plan" has been posted.

"Status of 2018 Medium-Term Business Plan" has been posted.




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MHI Publishes Integrated Report "MHI Report 2019"

・ Presents MHI Group's growth strategies and initiatives to address social challenges




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Electric vehicle etiquette: When to charge and other conundrums

Electric vehicles are better for the planet, but they've thrown new kinks into our social norms and interactions.




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Coral reef fish are now moving into temperate kelp forests, with dire consequences

Climate change is forcing tropical fish to migrate, and they threaten to mow down their new terrain.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Shhh! This is the first &#39;quiet park&#39; in the world

Ecuador has become the first to build a "quiet park," a lush stretch of land straddling the Zabalo River where silence is protected.



  • Wilderness & Resources