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Raj Aulakh, who uses an electric wheelchair, spoke to WalesOnline about what challenges he faced using trains in Wales Source link

Location : The M5 southbound between junctions J14 and J15 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder and lane 1 are closed. Reason : Broken down vehicle. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 12:00 and 12:15 on 2 December 2023. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 12:15 and 12:30 on 2 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There is one of three lanes closed. Source link

We’ve seen how non-dilutive, revenue-based financing has risen up the priority ranks for companies as the era of ZIRP — as the Zero Interest Rate Period is now lovingly and somewhat longingly known — recedes into the distance, and securing venture capital funds becomes harder. An example of this is how U.S. companies in this vein are oft raising capital, such as Lighter Capital, with its new $130 million credit facility, in August. And in Europe, at least 18 (at last count) RBF startups have appeared, according to Dealroom data, pulling in an impressive $671 million in venture capital. And…

The holidays are here, and so is cooler weather! I’ve recently shared some winter fashion posts including turtleneck outfit ideas and holiday party looks. However, there’s another seasonal event that I haven’t yet touched on…winter weddings! While I love a winter wedding, I find that dressing for one can be quite tricky at times. It is often a challenge to remain formal, while also staying warm. Today I am walking through some of my favorite winter wedding guest outfit ideas. I’m also going to share tips on how to style them so that you can stay both warm and fashionable…

According to Matrixport, Bitcoin would rise close to its current all-time high by April, and hit $125K by end of 2024. Matrixport’s latest report predicts that the price of Bitcoin (BTC) will hit $125,000 by the end of 2024. The firm’s analysis hinges on a combination of historical data and market trends. These factors indicate the potential for a surge in price for the world’s leading cryptocurrency. Backed by insights into Bitcoin’s fifth bull market, Matrixport’s prediction adds to many other optimistic projections, emphasizing several factors. These factors include institutional interest, macroeconomic indicators, monetary and geopolitical factors, and approval of spot BTC…

Nuclear push: US climate envoy John Kerry. More than 20 nations including the United States called for a tripling of nuclear energy to drive down emissions on Saturday as world leaders assembled for a second day at UN climate talks in Dubai. With smoggy skies in Dubai highlighting the challenges facing the world, other pledges are expected at the COP28 conference, including stepping up the deployment of renewable energy and cutting methane emissions. The use of nuclear power as a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels is highly controversial as environmental groups are concerned about safety and the disposal of nuclear…

The sweet treats are enjoyed by many around the UK, and Brits eat approximately 800 million of them each year. Whether you enjoy it warm with some cream on the side, or are a bit of a maverick and have it with a bit of cheese, there’s always plenty to choose from. With every supermarket producing its own version of mince pies, the eternal question might come to many on which is the best one for this year. Supermarkets produce their own versions of mince pies, but which is the best? (Image: Newsquest) So, let’s put that to the test then shall…

Location : The A47 eastbound between the junctions with the A1117 north Lowestoft and the A12 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 10:00 and 10:15 on 2 December 2023. Delay : There are currently delays of 10 minutes against expected traffic. Source link

And why not every SPAC is a dog Rover is going private in a $2.3 billion, all-cash sale to Blackstone, the company announced earlier this week. The pet care–focused company raised hundreds of millions of dollars while private, through a Series G, and later went public via a SPAC. Notably, unlike a great many SPAC combinations, Rover is proving that blank-check companies are not merely a way to incinerate wealth. The Exchange explores startups, markets and money. Read it every morning on TechCrunch+ or get The Exchange newsletter every Saturday. The former startup has a 30-day shopping provision built into…

An officer who searched police computer systems for his own purposes has been sentenced at court following an investigation by Met anti-corruption officers.PC Mohammed Rahman, 39 and attached to North East Command Unit, was sentenced at Southwark Crown Court on Friday, 1 December to 12 months’ imprisonment (suspended for two years), 100 hours of community service and 20 days of rehabilitation activity,PC Rahman was suspended from duty but has since resigned. Now that criminal matters are complete, a misconduct hearing will still take place.Chief Superintendent Simon Crick, who leads policing in the North East, said: “PC Rahman would have been…