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NordVPN now allows access to more than half of the world’s countries

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Friday, March 29, 2024
Geography, Privacy, Isle, VPN, IP, Internet service provider

LONDON, March 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NordVPN, a leading cybersecurity company, has finished its comprehensive network development phase and considerably increased the geography of locations customers can access. With more than 6,200 servers and access to 111 countries, NordVPN now has the broadest geographic coverage of locations among all VPN providers.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, March 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NordVPN, a leading cybersecurity company, has finished its comprehensive network development phase and considerably increased the geography of locations customers can access.
  • With more than 6,200 servers and access to 111 countries, NordVPN now has the broadest geographic coverage of locations among all VPN providers.
  • This configuration eliminates the need for a physical server to be grounded in a targeted country to access its network.
  • For example, in January 2024, NordVPN released its first virtual server in India, with its dedicated physical server located in Singapore.

United Renewables: Harnessing AI for Climate and Biodiversity Preservation

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
Climate change, Algorithm, Isle, Ant, Agriculture, Intelligence, Trinity College, Risk, Knowledge, Climate, History, Artificial intelligence, Biodiversity, NXT TakeOver

DOUGLAS, Isle of Man, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Renowned renewable energy expert Chris Caldwell delivered a captivating keynote address at the recent Climate and Biodiversity Summit, Trinity College Dublin highlighting the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in safeguarding our planet.

Key Points: 
  • He cited examples of AI algorithms being designed to mimic the behaviour of ants and the efficiency of brain function.
  • He emphasised the importance of considering the trade-offs between AI development and the preservation of biodiversity.
  • AI has the potential to transform the way we approach climate and biodiversity preservation, and it's essential that we harness its power responsibly.
  • The video recording of Caldwell's keynote address is now available on YouTube , providing a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of AI, environmental sustainability, and the work of United Renewables .

Decoding Climate Change: United Renewables' Climate Podcast Reveals the Facts, Evidence, and Definitive Solutions

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Climate change, Isle, Face, Science, Apple Podcasts, Climate, Research, Policy, Season

DOUGLAS, Isle of Man, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- United Renewables, a prominent renewable energy company, is excited to announce the ongoing success of its podcast, Conversations on Climate where world leading experts share facts, evidence, and definitive answers to the big questions everyone is asking.

Key Points: 
  • Now in its third year, the podcast has established itself as a reliable source of climate change information, featuring interviews with experts in climate science, policy, and innovative solutions.
  • Renowned climate academics, policy experts, business leaders, and entrepreneurs driving the shift to a low-carbon economy are among the podcast's esteemed guests.
  • "We're thrilled with the podcast's positive reception and its role in informing and inspiring action on climate change," said Chris Caldwell, CEO of United Renewables.
  • To discover more about the podcast and tune in to the latest episodes, visit the United Renewables website .

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SEA BIRD EMBARKS ON INAUGURAL PACIFIC NORTHWEST EXPEDITION WITH FOOD & WINE

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
Culture, Farmer, Isle, Education, FOOD, History, Columbia River Gorge, Glass, WINE, Ship, Esteves, Pacific Northwest, Lindblad Expeditions, Food, Tourism

NEW YORK, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wine lovers and gastronomes rejoice! National Geographic Sea Bird has embarked on the inaugural Columbia and Snake Rivers: Food, Wine, and History expedition, co-created by Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic and FOOD & WINE. The first in a new series of gastronomic expeditions, this extraordinary journey promises to immerse guests in the rich tapestry of culture, cuisine and history along the iconic waterways of the Pacific Northwest.

Key Points: 
  • National Geographic Sea Bird has embarked on the inaugural Columbia and Snake Rivers: Food, Wine, and History expedition, co-created by Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic and FOOD & WINE .
  • "Our reimagined Columbia and Snake Rivers: Food, Wine, and History expedition represents a unique fusion of adventure, education and culinary exploration.
  • Nimble and intimately scaled, National Geographic Sea Bird and its sister ship National Geographic Sea Lion — which will also sail this new itinerary — each feature just 31 outside cabins and suites.
  • For itinerary details and more information about this exciting collaboration between FOOD & WINE and Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic, visit www.expeditions.com/expeditions/columbia-and-snake-rivers-journey .

Local pest control company rebrands as Yard Patrol Pros Charleston

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Monday, March 25, 2024
Health, Isle, Biting, Moncks Corner, South Carolina, Safety, Pet

CHARLESTON, S.C., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Local Mozzie Dome owner Nate Van Valkenburg announced today that his company has rebranded as Yard Patrol Pros Charleston and will offer area residents effective and eco-friendly options to keep outdoor pests at bay this summer.

Key Points: 
  • Earlier this month, the pest control company's parent organization, HomeFront Brands , a property service franchise platform comprising five emerging brands, announced the rebranding to Yard Patrol Pros to highlight the company's natural and barrier treatments.
  • Yard Patrol Pros Charleston wants to eliminate these threats so residents and tourists can enjoy all the outdoor activities we have to offer."
  • Yard Patrol Pros Charleston serves Charleston, Folly Beach, Goose Creek, Hanahan, Isle of Palms, James Island, Kiawah Island, Moncks Corner, Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, Seabrook Island, Sullivan's Island and Summerville.
  • For more information about Yard Patrol Pros Charleston, visit https://yardpatrolpros.com/locations/charleston/ .

Online Database with Detailed Profiles of Over 250 Family Offices in the UK & Channel Islands - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Asset Management, Professional Services, Business, Online, Family, Isle, Radar, KYC, Investment, Channel, Database, UHNW, Microsoft Excel, SFO, Publication, Retail

The "Family Offices in the UK & Channel Islands" database has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Family Offices in the UK & Channel Islands" database has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Online database with detailed profiles of over 250 family offices in the UK & Channel Islands including KYC background to the family, investment strategy of the family office, asset allocation, examples of investments, management and investment personnel by name and job title, many with emails.
  • The publisher, which holds the largest database of single family offices outside the USA, offers access to the database via two online publications, both updated and expanded daily:
    Detailed profiles of over 250 Family Offices in the UK, Channel Islands, & Isle of Man
    What data is included in each family office?
  • Investment banks seeking to advise family offices on M&A, divesting family businesses, or raising equity or debt capital
    Over 250 companies profiled including:

Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Trawlers Limited Extend Tender Offer for Up To 25% of the Outstanding Class A Shares of Manchester United plc

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Soccer, General Sports, Sports, Acquisition, Isle, Telephone, Manchester United F.C., Risk, Computershare

The Offer and withdrawal rights were initially scheduled to expire at one minute after 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on February 13, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • The Offer and withdrawal rights were initially scheduled to expire at one minute after 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on February 13, 2024.
  • Class A Shareholders who have already tendered their Class A Shares do not have to re-tender their Class A Shares or take any other action as a result of the extension of the expiration date of the Offer.
  • This press release contains “forward-looking statements” relating to the proposed acquisition of Class A Shares of the Company by the Offerors.
  • Undue reliance should not be placed on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made.

Talk Is Cheap, Action's Now: United Renewables Pushes Business Change

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
Policy, Isle, Climate change, London Business School, Corporation, Hope, Climate, Management

DOUGLAS, Isle of Man, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In the face of an escalating climate emergency, the launch of Season Three of the Conversations on Climate podcast represents a pivotal moment for corporate leaders and policymakers. Devised by Chris Caldwell and the strategic minds at United Renewables Ltd, this series delves into the imperative of aligning business innovation with ecological sustainability, offering a sophisticated conversation on driving systemic change.

Key Points: 
  • Devised by Chris Caldwell and the strategic minds at United Renewables Ltd , this series delves into the imperative of aligning business innovation with ecological sustainability, offering a sophisticated conversation on driving systemic change.
  • The inaugural episode of season three features Professor Freek Vermeulen of the London Business School, who conveys the critical relationship between sustainable business practices and long-term profitability.
  • "Season Three is an imperative, not merely a series of conversations," asserts Chris Caldwell, CEO of United Renewables.
  • Through the collaborative efforts of United Renewables' production prowess and the London Business School's Alumni Energy Club , the podcast is poised to challenge and expand the conversation surrounding corporate responsibility towards climate change.

Newly identified prehistoric pterosaur will help us understand evolution of flying reptiles

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Fossil, Isle, Jurassic, Dinosaur, Noise, Cladach, Early Jurassic, Skeleton, Gaelic, Atmosphere, Animal, Vectidraco, Cretaceous, Natural history, Pteranodon

We’ve just announced the discovery of a new species of pterosaur nearly 15 years after a fossil was found on the Isle of Skye.

Key Points: 
  • We’ve just announced the discovery of a new species of pterosaur nearly 15 years after a fossil was found on the Isle of Skye.
  • It is one of the most complete pterosaur fossils to be found in the UK since palaeontologist Mary Anning unearthed the first from the Dorset coast in 1828.
  • Pterosaur fossils are known worldwide but their remains are rare in comparison to those of their land and water-based relatives.
  • This is due to the fragile nature of their skeletons, which are composed of thin-walled, hollow bones.
  • But then we decided to examine the fossil using the university’s CT scanner.
  • This pterosaur species is important because of the quality of preservation and its age.
  • It is one of only a handful of pterosaur skeletons from the Middle Jurassic period, approximately 167 million years ago.
  • It also shows how new technology can is helping to unearth the mysteries of Earth’s ancient past.


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Paul Barrett is affiliated with The Linnean Society (Trustee). Elizabeth Martin-Silverstone does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

Ecosystem restoration in the Scottish Highlands isn’t going to plan – here’s why

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Injection, Mire, Isle, IUCN, Research, Croft, Croft (land), Environment, Confusion, Carbon, Carbon footprint, Conservation, NatureScot, Wetland, Hebrides, Scottish Land Court, Scottish Water, Accreditation, Publishing, Forestry

The Scottish government estimates that the carbon stored in its peatlands is equivalent to 120 years’ worth of the country’s emissions.

Key Points: 
  • The Scottish government estimates that the carbon stored in its peatlands is equivalent to 120 years’ worth of the country’s emissions.
  • The Scottish government has pledged to spend £250 million between 2020 and 2030 to restore 25,000 hectares of peatland a year.
  • One manager at NatureScot, the government agency responsible for the environment, described the shortfall as a “national emergency” caused primarily by a “funding gap”.
  • He argued that for Scotland to meet its net-zero commitments, there must be large injections of private finance into peatland restoration.

Crofters and carbon markets

  • The selling of carbon credits is supposed to direct private investment into peatland restoration.
  • With these credits, the buyer, whether a company or individual, can claim to have offset their own carbon footprint.
  • Accreditation allows landowners to sell carbon credits on the UK land carbon registry.


Our research team travelled to the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides (an island chain off the Scottish west coast) in early 2023 to interview crofters and landowners. We found that confusion over the rights, responsibilities and benefits of selling carbon credits is slowing down restoration, not a lack of funding.

‘Pots of gold’

  • The Outer Hebrides has the lowest average income in the UK and the highest rate of fuel poverty in Scotland.
  • For crofters here, the prospect of monetary compensation for restoring peatlands (where 70% of the land is classified as peatland soil) is appealing.
  • While these brokers made out the process was simple (“restore peatlands, sell the credits to us”) the reality is more complicated.

Muddy legal waters

  • These (smaller) “pots of gold” are difficult for crofters to access due to legal complications.
  • Our research with Lewisian crofters has shown that unresolved questions regarding profitability and legal complications have created a stalemate.
  • Further advice and legal guidance for crofters – from the Peatland Code, Scottish government and the Scottish Land Court – is urgently needed to break the deadlock.


Ewan Gordon Jenkins received funding from STAIRS, the St Andrews Interdisciplinary Research Support fund.

This article was drafted in collaboration with Dr. Cornelia Helmcke (https://research-portal.st-andrews.ac.uk/en/persons/cornelia-helmcke) and Dr. Lydia Cole (https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/geography-sustainable-development/people/lesc1) who were both co-leads on the research team.