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CGTN: Digitalization is revolutionizing China's mega-city urban governance 12-18-2024 09:14 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: Getnews / PR Agency: SHENZHEN HMEDIUM INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CO.,LTD CGTN publishes an article that introduces how the Chinese government is improving its urban governance system and how the advancement of the country's smart city technology is assisting the government do it. As winter settles over Beijing, the city's 12345 hotline has seen a remarkable 61 percent drop in heating-related complaints. This isn't a coincidence. This is because since this summer, Beijing's heating department has proactively repaired the city's heating system based on frequent issues flagged by residents through the hotline. Another heartwarming story comes from Ma Shujie, a 63-year-old retired teacher who was struggling to find a suitable nursing home for her 89-year-old mother-in-law. With no luck finding a nearby facility, Ma turned to the 12345 hotline for help. Her request quickly gathered momentum as other similar cases were raised by citizens across Beijing. Thanks to the combined efforts of different government departments, more than 1,000 community-based eldercare stations were established, and Ma's mother-in-law found a facility just a short walk from her home. Launched to provide fast solutions to everyday problems, the 12345 hotline has become an indispensable part of Beijing's urban fabric. From healthcare to housing and even transportation, residents can turn to this government service for everything from emergency requests to general inquiries. In the six years since its launch, the 12345 hotline has handled an astounding 150 million requests. Resolution rates have skyrocketed from 53 percent to 97 percent, while satisfaction levels have soared from 65 percent to 97.3 percent. Big data drives long-term changes The government isn't just listening. It also uses the big data to drive long-term changes. "By analyzing vast amounts of data from citizen requests, the platform generates valuable insights that help inform decision-making at the highest levels. It's an essential tool for science-based governance," Meng Tianguang, a professor from Tsinghua University's School of Social Sciences, told CMG. Taking the case of the Huilongguan and Tiantongyuan areas, two adjacent mega-communities in the northern part of Beijing as an example, the government used 12345 feedback to uncover severe traffic congestion and public facility shortages as the population there swelled far beyond the area's planned capacity. In response, more than 60 public infrastructure projects were launched in 2018, which improved everything from transportation to healthcare and recreation for residents. But Beijing's efforts to improve city governance don't end there. To make accessing government services even easier, the city has partnered with popular apps like WeChat, Alipay, and Baidu to provide online platforms for handling administrative matters. On Wechat, citizens can now access nearly a thousand services through the "Jingtong" mini-program, from booking marriage registration appointments to checking traffic or updating social security information. This unified platform spans more than 20 government departments, bringing services to the fingertips of millions. China accelerates full-scale urban digitalization Across China, other large cities are also making changes to improve city governance. From Shanghai to Nanjing, Wuhan to Hangzhou, urban centers are adopting similar hotlines and leveraging digital technologies like AI, big data, and the Internet of Things (IoT) to streamline governance and make urban living more sustainable and citizen-friendly. Shanghai's Pudong New Area is one outstanding example. In 2018, the city introduced an ambitious "urban brain" system, integrating cloud computing, big data, and AI with IoT and sensor networks to create a real-time, all-encompassing digital management platform. The system has transformed the way the city monitors everything from traffic patterns to waste management and public safety. Taking the bike-sharing management system in Pudong as an example, by integrating GPS data from shared bikes with the "urban brain" system, the government can track bike locations in real-time. If an area becomes oversaturated with bikes, the system can prompt companies to redistribute them, ensuring efficient usage while preventing congestion. Wang Dacheng, Director of the Smart City Engineering Department of the Aerospace Information Research Institute at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, noted that China's smart city technology is rapidly advancing, entering a phase of full-scale urban digitalization. He stressed the need to continue policy support and investment in 5G, IoT, and cloud computing, alongside promoting AI in urban management, while ensuring interoperability and compatibility through clear technical standards. For more information, please click: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2024-12-17/Digitalization-is-revolutionizing-China-s-mega-city-urban-governance-1zpwwAYIGA0/p.html Media Contact Company Name: CGTN Contact Person: Xiaonan Ma Email: Send Email [ http://www.universalpressrelease.com/?pr=cgtn-digitalization-is-revolutionizing-chinas-megacity-urban-governance ] Country: China Website: https://www.cgtn.com/ This release was published on openPR.

... As Emi Membere-Otaji Foundation calls for closing of gaps in education sector The vice chancellor of the University of Port Harcourt (Uniport) and professor of pharmacology, Owunari Georgewill, says the N200m 150-seater modern lecture hall donated by the Dr Emi Membere-Otaji Foundation (FREMOF), would solve teething problems in the university. This is as the vice chancellor, whose first medical degree is in surgery has called for strategic partnerships that can rescue Nigerian universities. Georgewill spoke while receiving the facility from the founder of DREMOF, Emi Membere-Otaji, who was once a gynaecologist in the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH) before founding ‘The Princess Signature’, one of the biggest hitech hospitals in Port Harcourt aimed at reducing foreign medical trips especially from the oil region. Commending the donor, the vice chancellor said only strategic partnerships could rescue Nigerian universities from infrastructural deficit, saying this was more pronounced in the UNIPORT. Declaring that government alone cannot do everything about educational development of the Universities, he said the need exists for well-meaning individuals to support government in this regard. “Today we received the donation of fully equipped lecture auditorium and fully furnished offices for the use of staff and students of the University of Port Harcourt from our benefactor, our strategic partner, Dr Emi Membere-Otaji and his Foundation. Our gratitude knows no bounds. “This facility will be put to use as envisioned by the donor to improve the university quest for delivery on its mandate of teaching and learning. Thank you Dr Emi Membere-Otaji. Read also: NIMASA hands over marine technology institute complex to UNIPORT “This facility will help the University in our quest for infrastructural development for students to have a good place to read and have lectures. We appreciate the donor, and the Foundation. It is a fantastic gift to the University.” The facility, a newly furnished lecture hall, boasts modern facilities and ample space for large classes. The donors said It has been provided to support the growing academic needs of the university. They also said specific allocation to faculties or departments would be determined by the institution based on prevailing academic demands. The DREMOF, a non-profit organization said to be dedicated to improving the lives of marginalized communities through education, healthcare, and environmental initiatives, donated the state-of-the-art 150-seater capacity lecture hall to the University of Port Harcourt, Abuja Park, Choba Port Harcourt. Handing over the facility, the founder (Membere-Otaji), a multiple award winner at national and state levels, described the event as a momentous occasion, not just for the Foundation, but for the entire academic community of UNIPORT. The founder said DREMOF has successfully donated school bags to some indigent pupils of several Government primary schools, rebuilt the school fence of Township Model Primary School, Port Harcourt, built and furnished a library at Baptist High School, Port Harcourt, granted scholarships to indigent students at government tertiary institutions in Rivers State, renovated and furnished the Association of Medical Students University of Lagos (AMSUL) Secretariat, Lagos State, paid the hospital bills of indigent patients at Government hospitals, organized free medical outreaches, and sponsored health awareness programmes on some radio stations. Membere-Otaji, who published a biographical leadership book; ‘Push Through the Wall...Way of Success’, said 2025 would see more scholarship grants, renovation and construction projects focusing on essential facilities like classrooms, libraries, sick bays and laboratories; and many other projects. He talked about an educational trip for primary school students to be more enlightened about the environment. “We are proud to have partnered with the University of Port Harcourt in this significant project. Today, we are handing over the DREMOF lecture hall, designed to provide an environment that fosters intellectual growth, creativity, and collaboration. “This facility is not just a building; it is a symbol of our commitment to enhancing the educational experience for generations to come.” He stated further: “Our hope is that this facility will inspire both current and future students to reach their highest potential and excel in their chosen fields of study. We are especially proud of the fact that this project aligns with our vision for sustainable development, ensuring that the resources we invest in education today will continue to benefit our nation for years to come. “The university, with its rich history of academic excellence, is the ideal home for this lecture hall and we are honored to be part of this journey. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the administration of UNIPORT who have supported us throughout this process. Your unwavering dedication to academic excellence and the future of Nigerian education is truly inspiring. This handover is just one step in the continued collaboration between the Dr. Emi Membere-Otaji Foundation and the University of Port Harcourt.” The founder, who is the chairman of Elshcon Nigeria Limited (shipping, oil/gas logistics, and maritime operators), said: “Because our name is on the facility, I have told the board that once a year, we will come and visit, just to ensure that the standard of the facility is kept pristine.” The event was graced by some of the biggest names in the academia, business and organised private sector. Esueme Dan kikile, GM Corporate Communication and zonal coordination NCDMB, who was a special guest, commended the efforts of DREMOF, saying the NCDMB is very impressed with companies that devote enough resources in substantial corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects. “It is very important that we call on others who can support the university system in Nigeria to do so. “We expect that this lecture hall; as we have seen the ambience, the facilities and the space, will be beneficial to the students for learning and research. This lecture hall meets the required standards of conduciveness for a proper academic environment. “But more importantly, this place is a demonstration of the partnership that can work with “the town and the gown”, what we call academics and industry. And DREMOF has brought the industry and academics together to enhance learning.” Also speaking to the press, Olabisi Membere-Otaji, vice president of DREMOF said the project and the process are a laudable experience. “We have come a long way in a short time. The Foundation is only so many years old, and we have been able to put this together.”

Yolo County Independent Living Program hosting holiday driveCheck out the report card from Nebraska's 44-25 win against Wisconsin on Saturday at Memorial Stadium. Who can name Nebraska's last 100-yard rusher in a game, before Emmett Johnson achieved the feat Saturday? Johnson ran like he had something to prove, repeatedly shedding the first Badger to get to him. His best run of the day may have been a 19-yard burst in the third quarter when he patiently followed pulling linemen Ben Scott and Henry Lutovsky. Dante Dowdell has a knack for the end zone, scoring three times. (Trivia answer: Chubba Purdy ... against Wisconsin last year). Dylan Raiola has his rhythm back. He spent most of the game hovering around a 70 percent completion rate, which is reminiscent of his first four or five games. The ball is getting out of his hands quicker, and those pitch-and-catches are finally going for big gains. One of his best throws of the day was originally ruled a touchdown on a fade ball to Isaiah Neyor, but replay confirmed he didn't get a foot down. Jahmal Banks had a great TD snag in which he leaped, snared the ball and got his toes down. John Bullock's second tackle for loss of the game stopped Wisconsin's Tawee Walker on fourth-and-1 midway through the third quarter, and it felt like an early dagger for the home team. Bullock was a standout on senior day. The Huskers had some open-field tackling issues but held their own on third- and fourth-down situations. Darrion Dupree was a nice change-of-pace option for the Badgers, averaging 7.5 yards on his seven attempts. Wisconsin found success early on slant passes, including one that went to Vinny Anthony for 42 yards after Isaac Gifford whiffed on a tackle. After that, Braedyn Locke was able to open it for deep balls, including touchdown tosses of 24 and 58 yards. Wisconsin's Vinny Anthony had a big day, racking up six catches for 128 yards and Locke threw for more yards than he has in his past five games. A cool moment for DeShon Singleton, who came down with an interception in his final game at Memorial Stadium. Brian Buschini is having a great season, and Saturday was another notch on his belt. First, he ripped a 52-yard punt that flipped field possession, and he followed that up with a 49-yard boot that went out of bounds at the Wisconsin 3-yard line. Equally as impressive was kicker John "ol' reliable" Hohl, who made all three of his field goals and stayed clean on extra points. Oh, and how about Jacory Barney's 55-yard kick return to open the game? NU's third phase is trending up after a turbulent stretch. A question we might not ever get an answer to: Why was Matt Rhule forced to use a challenge to review Wisconsin's first-quarter touchdown? Don't all scoring plays get reviewed automatically? In a similar situation later in the game, Wisconsin was spared from using a challenge for officials to take another look at a Nebraska touchdown, which was reversed. Also, the unsportsmanlike conduct penalty on Micah Mazzccua for spiking the ball on a touchdown felt unnecessary. Nebraska scored a touchdown on its first possession of a game for the first time since the Northern Iowa game. A true tone-setter. There's plenty to unpack from Holgorsen's play sheet — it's no coincidence it only took him two games to pop a 100-yard rusher. And, 44 points for a team that has scored 20 (twice), 17, 7 and 14 in its past five games. That'll do. For the first time in 49 days, Nebraska won a football game. That was a long 49 for everyone involved. This one is a little more cathartic than usual, too, as the Huskers finally wrapped their arms around a bowl berth. It also takes a big bite out of the pressure NU faces on Black Friday vs. Iowa, which is no longer a "must-win." Get local news delivered to your inbox!While these three risk factors play a significant role in the development of cancer, it is important to note that lifestyle choices are key in cancer prevention. Adopting healthy habits such as maintaining a nutritious diet, engaging in regular physical activity, avoiding tobacco use, limiting alcohol consumption, and practicing sun safety can help lower the risk of developing cancer. Furthermore, early detection through screening tests and regular medical check-ups is crucial in detecting cancer at its earliest stages when treatment is most effective.

In the wee hours Sunday at the United Nations climate talks, countries from around the world reached an agreement on how rich countries can cough up the funds to support poor countries in the face of climate change. It's a far-from-perfect arrangement, with many parties still unsatisfied but some hopeful that the deal will be a step in the right direction. World Resources Institute president and CEO Ani Dasgupta called it “an important down payment toward a safer, more equitable future,” but added that the poorest and most vulnerable nations are “rightfully disappointed that wealthier countries didn’t put more money on the table when billions of people’s lives are at stake.” The summit was supposed to end on Friday evening but negotiations spiraled on through early Sunday. With countries on opposite ends of a massive chasm, tensions ran high as delegations tried to close the gap in expectations. Here's how they got there: Rich countries have agreed to pool together at least $300 billion a year by 2035. It’s not near the full amount of $1.3 trillion that developing countries were asking for, and that experts said was needed. But some delegations said this deal is headed in the right direction, with hopes that more money flows in the future. The text included a call for all parties to work together using “all public and private sources” to get closer to the $1.3 trillion per year goal by 2035. That means also pushing for international mega-banks, funded by taxpayer dollars, to help foot the bill. And it means, hopefully, that companies and private investors will follow suit on channeling cash toward climate action. The agreement is also a critical step toward helping countries on the receiving end create more ambitious targets to limit or cut emissions of heat-trapping gases that are due early next year. It’s part of the plan to keep cutting pollution with new targets every five years, which the world agreed to at the U.N. talks in Paris in 2015. The Paris agreement set the system of regular ratcheting up climate fighting ambition as away to keep warming under 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 degrees Fahrenheit) above pre-industrial levels. The world is already at 1.3 degrees Celsius (2.3 degrees Fahrenheit) and carbon emissions keep rising. The deal decided in Baku replaces a previous agreement from 15 years ago that charged rich nations $100 billion a year to help the developing world with climate finance. The new number has similar aims: it will go toward the developing world's long laundry list of to-dos to prepare for a warming world and keep it from getting hotter. That includes paying for the transition to clean energy and away from fossil fuels. Countries need funds to build up the infrastructure needed to deploy technologies like wind and solar power on a large scale. Communities hard-hit by extreme weather also want money to adapt and prepare for events like floods, typhoons and fires. Funds could go toward improving farming practices to make them more resilient to weather extremes, to building houses differently with storms in mind, to helping people move from the hardest-hit areas and to help leaders improve emergency plans and aid in the wake of disasters. The Philippines, for example, has been hammered by six major storms in less than a month, bringing to millions of people howling wind, massive storm surges and catastrophic damage to residences, infrastructure and farmland. “Family farmers need to be financed," said Esther Penunia of the Asian Farmers Association. She described how many have already had to deal with millions of dollars of storm damage, some of which includes trees that won't again bear fruit for months or years, or animals that die, wiping out a main source of income. “If you think of a rice farmer who depends on his or her one hectare farm, rice land, ducks, chickens, vegetables, and it was inundated, there was nothing to harvest,” she said. Election results around the world that herald a change in climate leadership, a few key players with motive to stall the talks and a disorganized host country all led to a final crunch that left few happy with a flawed compromise. The ending of COP29 is "reflective of the harder geopolitical terrain the world finds itself in,” said Li Shuo of the Asia Society. He cited Trump's recent victory in the US — with his promises to pull the country out of the Paris Agreement — as one reason why the relationship between China and the EU will be more consequential for global climate politics moving forward. Developing nations also faced some difficulties agreeing in the final hours, with one Latin American delegation member saying that their group didn't feel properly consulted when small island states had last-minute meetings to try to break through to a deal. Negotiators from across the developing world took different tacks on the deal until they finally agreed to compromise. Meanwhile, activists ramped up the pressure: many urged negotiators to stay strong and asserted that no deal would be better than a bad deal. But ultimately the desire for a deal won out. Some also pointed to the host country as a reason for the struggle. Mohamed Adow, director of climate and energy think tank Power Shift Africa, said Friday that “this COP presidency is one of the worst in recent memory,” calling it “one of the most poorly led and chaotic COP meetings ever.” The presidency said in a statement, “Every hour of the day, we have pulled people together. Every inch of the way, we have pushed for the highest common denominator. We have faced geopolitical headwinds and made every effort to be an honest broker for all sides.” Shuo retains hope that the opportunities offered by a green economy “make inaction self-defeating” for countries around the world, regardless of their stance on the decision. But it remains to be seen whether the UN talks can deliver more ambition next year. In the meantime, “this COP process needs to recover from Baku,” Shuo said. ___ Associated Press reporters Seth Borenstein and Sibi Arasu contributed to this report. ___ The Associated Press’ climate and environmental coverage receives financial support from multiple private foundations. AP is solely responsible for all content. Find AP’s standards for working with philanthropies, a list of supporters and funded coverage areas at AP.org.

No 2025 Budget For Labour Ministry, NECO, UI, 21 Others, Reps InsistFor Zheng Qianwen, the victory at the Olympics represented a turning point in her career, propelling her into the spotlight and earning her recognition as a rising star in the world of tennis. Her remarkable journey from unseeded qualifier to Olympic conqueror inspired fans and fellow players alike, showcasing the power of belief, determination, and hard work in overcoming the odds and achieving greatness.

PINE BLUFF, Ark. (AP) — Quintell Quinn ran for 154 yards and two touchdowns to lead Texas Southern to a 31-23 victory over Arkansas-Pine Bluff on Saturday. Quinn scored on a 32-yard run to open the scoring midway through the first quarter, and his 75-yard touchdown run gave Texas Southern a 17-13 lead with 6:59 remaining in the third. A little more than three minutes later, Jace Wilson threw a 21-yard touchdown pass to Trenton Leary that stretched the Tigers' lead to 24-13. Athean Renfro added 55 yards rushing with a 1-yard TD run in the fourth quarter for Texas Southern (5-6, 4-4 Southwestern Athletic Conference). DJ Stevenson threw a touchdown pass and an interception for Arkansas-Pine Bluff (3-8, 2-6). Abdulbasit Osholake had an 80-yard pick-6 that tied it 7-all late in the second quarter for the Lions. ___ Get alerts on the latest AP Top 25 poll throughout the season. Sign up here ___ AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-football

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The implementation of heightened security measures at Guangzhou Metro stations has understandably raised questions and concerns among passengers. Many have wondered whether these measures are temporary responses to recent events or if they will become permanent fixtures within the subway system. In response to these queries, Guangzhou Metro customer service has emphasized that the security measures are a part of the metro's commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all passengers on a routine basis.As the dust settles on the romance rumors, Yang Shize continues to focus on his career and personal growth. With several projects in the pipeline and a dedicated fan base supporting him every step of the way, it's clear that this talented actor is just getting started. Whether he's captivating audiences on screen or dazzling them with his poetic prowess, Yang Shize is a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry.

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