Grid

Quanta Services Launches Legal Battle Against LIPA in High-Stakes Electric Grid Contract Dispute

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Ronkonkoma, New York – Quanta Services has initiated a lawsuit in State Supreme Court, contesting the Long Island Power Authority’s (LIPA) decision to reject its bid for operating the Long Island electric grid. Quanta claims the move is unlawful and is seeking a court order to prevent LIPA from awarding the contract to PSEG Long Island. The lawsuit marks another effort by Quanta, a Houston-based firm, to overturn LIPA’s board decision made in April. Despite a strong recommendation from an internal committee advocating for Quanta’s contract award, LIPA’s board ultimately opted for PSEG. This decision … Read more

Cannes Film Festival: The Screen Jury Grid Reveals Early Surprises and Struggles in This Year’s Competition

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CANNES, France — The annual Cannes Film Festival buzzes with excitement, drawing moviegoers and industry leaders to its glamorous streets. Among the festival’s longstanding traditions is the Screen Jury Grid, a unique feature that captures the evolving landscape of critical reception. Created by a panel of international film critics, this grid serves as a real-time gauge of ongoing reactions to the films competing for the prestigious Palme d’Or. As critics settle into their seats for this year’s showcase, the grid has already begun to reveal noteworthy insights. With six films having premiered so far out … Read more