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  • Islamic financing secured to scale up coal production in Tharparkar

    Islamic financing secured to scale up coal production in Tharparkar

    KARACHI – Sindh Engro Coal Mining Company (SECMC) and Meezan Bank Limited signed an Islamic Facility Agreement to fund the Phase III mine expansion of the Thar Block II.

    Under this arrangement, a syndicate comprising United Bank Limited, Askari Bank Limited, Sindh Bank Limited and Pak China Investment Company Limited, led by Meezan Bank Limited, will provide Islamic financing to scale up the coal production from the current 7.6 million tons per annum (MTPA) to 11.2 MTPA.

    Under the continued leadership of the Government of Sindh (GoS), SECMC’s historic journey began in 2019 when it became the country’s first public-private partnership to demonstrate the commercial viability of Thar coal for power generation.

    In 2022, SECMC expanded its operations to 7.6 MTPA, taking total power generation from Thar Block II to 1320 MW, and now, with Phase III underway, it aims to further strengthen Pakistan’s energy security by converting the 660 MW Lucky Electric Power Company Limited (LEPCL) power plant to Thar Coal.

    Speaking on the occasion, Amir Iqbal, CEO of SECMC, acknowledged the support of the Government of Sindh, Meezan Bank, and all stakeholders involved. He said, “The Thar Block II development started as a bold idea and proved that indigenous coal could energise Pakistan. This financing and continued relationship with Meezan and other members of the syndicate takes us closer to our Phase III goal and brings us a step further in delivering low-cost electricity through domestic resources.”

    He added, “It also marks a significant milestone in SECMC’s vision to energise Pakistan’s future through world-class, sustainable mining.”

    Currently, SECMC is energising over 3 million households and has contributed to foreign exchange savings of approximately $1.6 billion since inception. Thar Coal Power plants’ consistent ranking is among the top positions on the economic merit order issued by National Transmission & Despatch Company (NTDC), making Thar coal the most cost-effective baseload fuel in the country.

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  • Paralympic stars and rising talents hit WTPS Montreal this weekend

    Paralympic stars and rising talents hit WTPS Montreal this weekend

    The World Triathlon Para Series heads to Montreal on Saturday, where conditions look near-perfect for the fourth stop on the 2025 circuit. Once again the Parc Jean-Drapeau will open to the athletes for the 750m swim, 20km bike and 5km run, and the start lists in Quebec are once again stacked with some of the biggest names in the sport, fresh from the recent Para Cup Magog.


    PTWC – Men
    The men’s wheelchair start list sees USA’s Howie Sanborn and Justin Pines line up alongside Italy’s experienced Giovanni Achenza, and two H2 athletes: France’s Louis Noel and Britain’s Joshua Landmann.

    Sanborn has been in strong form this season and could lead out of the water, but Noel and Landmann will look to use their power on the bike and push to close any gaps. Achenza’s consistency over many seasons means he can never be counted out, and Pines adds another competitive American presence to the field.

    PTWC – Women
    Australia’s Paralympic Champion Lauren Parker is the standout name in the women’s wheelchair race. Parker’s dominance in recent years has been built on a balanced swim, bike, and push. She’ll be joined by Brazil’s Jessica Ferreira, Mexico’s Brenda Osnaya Alvarez, the USA’s Emelia Perry, and Kendall Gretsch, whose bike strength is legendary.

    As an H2 athlete, Gretsch starts slightly later, but her power on the course should bring her into contention for overall fastest time. Ferreira and Osnaya Alvarez have both impressed this season, and young Emelia Perry will be eager to challenge more experienced rivals. Parker, however, remains the one they’ll all be chasing.


    PTS2 – Men
    The men’s PTS2 race sees Belgian Wim De Paepe face American veterans Mark Barr and Mohamed Lahna, alongside Mexico’s Diego Alfonso Lares García and USA’s Jorge Torres-Hinojoza.

    De Paepe’s performances this year have been marked by fast swims and some steady running, but Barr’s experience and strong bike leg will keep him firmly in contention. Lahna can close gaps late in the race and Lares García and Torres-Hinojoza will also aim to stay close and fight for the podium in what promises to be an open contest.

    PTS2 – Women
    USA’s Paralympic champion Allysa Seely returns to the start line in Montreal, facing Australia’s Anu Francis, Germany’s Neele Ludwig, Japan’s Asumi Yasuda, and Italy’s Marina Abaterusso.

    Seely, if she finds her rhythm early, will be tough to beat but Francis has been improving with every race and could be a real contender, while Ludwig and Yasuda both have the bike strength to keep things interesting. Abaterusso will also be pushing to make an impression in a competitive field.


    PTS3 – Men
    Germany’s Max Gelhaar leads the PTS3 men’s race, joined by France’s Cedric Denuziere and Geoffrey Wersy, Greece’s Stylianos Malakopoulos, and the USA’s Zachary Osborne.

    Gelhaar’s fast swim and smooth transitions make him a favourite, but Denuziere and Wersy could close the gap on the run. Malakopoulos is always a threat on the bike, and Osborne could shake things up if he finds his form early. 

    PTS3 – Women
    In the women’s PTS3 race, the USA’s Hannah Longmire and Rachel Wais are joined by Mexico’s Kenia Yesenia Villalobos Vargas. Longmire will look to use a strong swim to create early distance, while Wais’s steady pacing could bring her back into contention later in the run. Villalobos Vargas adds another layer of intrigue, with the potential to upset the American duo if she can keep close after the bike.


    PTS4 – Men
    A deep men’s PTS4 field lines up in Montreal: France brings Pierre-Antoine Baele, Antoine Lamarche Poulain, and Gregoire Berthon; while Brazil’s Jorge Luis Fonseca, Britain’s Finley Jakes, Australia’s Mathew Engesser, Japan’s Keiya Kaneko and Hideki Uda complete an international lineup.

    Baele and Lamarche Poulain have shown great form this season, but Uda remains a danger if he can stay close after the swim, and Jakes has the bike power to disrupt the favourites in a race that could come right down to the line.

    PTS4 – Women
    France’s Camille Seneclauze leads the women’s PTS4 field out against Australia’s experienced Sally Pilbeam and the Netherlands’ Ingrid De Oude.

    Seneclauze has impressed with consistent podium finishes this season, but Pilbeam’s years of racing mean she can never be ruled out. De Oude, still relatively new to the series, has shown steady improvement and will aim to challenge for a spot on the podium.


    PTS5 – Men
    Canada’s Stefan Daniel, racing at home, will be the man to watch in the men’s PTS5 category. He faces tough competition from the USA’s Chris Hammer, Portugal’s Filipe Marques, Australia’s David Bryant, Ireland’s Tom Williamson, Turkey’s Ugurcan Ozer, Brazil’s Ruiter Antonio Goncalves Silva, and Kenya’s Oscar Dennis.

    Daniel’s swim and run are usually decisive, but Hammer has the ability to push him close, especially if he limits the gap out of the water. Bryant brings bike strength, and Marques and Williamson could surprise if the leaders falter. Expect a fast-paced race with the crowd lifting Daniel on home soil.

    PTS5 – Women
    The USA’s Grace Norman tops the women’s PTS5 field, with France’s Gwladys Lemoussu, Americans Michelle Dynes and Virginia Ogburn, and Brazil’s Erica Da Rosa Rodrigues also on the start line.

    Norman remains the athlete to beat, Lemoussu’s finishing speed could be decisive in the podium hunt and Dynes and Ogburn will look to challenge early as Rodrigues pushed for a breakout performance.


    PTVI – Men
    The men’s PTVI race promises to be fiercely contested. Ireland’s Donnacha McCarthy, Mexico’s Heli de Jesús Casillas Alcalá, France’s Thibaut Rigaudeau and Maxime Gayet, Britain’s Oscar Kelly, Spain’s Kevin Mendez Martínez, and Canada’s Olivier Desloges make up the field.

    McCarthy, racing with guide Sean Husband, has been strong this season, but Rigaudeau and Kelly both have the speed to challenge. Casillas Alcalá will look to use bike power to get into contention, and Desloges will hope local support gives him an extra boost on home soil.

    PTVI – Women
    Brazil’s Leticia Freitas is joined by Germany’s Anja Renner, Ireland’s Judith and Chloe MacCombe, France’s Heloise Courvoisier and Fanny Bourdelas, the USA’s Taylor Talbot, and Spain’s Sonia Ramos in the women’s PTVI race.

    The MacCombe sisters have been consistent podium finishers, while Talbot’s run could make her the athlete to beat if she exits the bike close to the front. Freitas often uses a strong bike to build a lead, and Courvoisier, Bourdelas, Renner, and Ramos all add depth to what could be the closest women’s race of the day.

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  • Pakistan Establishes Ties With El Salvador, With Bitcoin Front and Center – Bitcoin.com News

    Pakistan Establishes Ties With El Salvador, With Bitcoin Front and Center – Bitcoin.com News

    1. Pakistan Establishes Ties With El Salvador, With Bitcoin Front and Center  Bitcoin.com News
    2. Pakistan, El Salvador Establish Bilateral Ties Based on Crypto  Bloomberg
    3. Pakistan, El Salvador sign ‘letter of intent’ on Bitcoin cooperation  The Express Tribune
    4. Virtual assets law: a faulty approach  Business Recorder
    5. Is Pakistan heading from rupee crash to blockchain blunder? Minister visits El Salvador for crypto push  Firstpost

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  • AI Is Being Used to Support Sighted Volunteers Working With the Visually Impaired. Here’s How

    AI Is Being Used to Support Sighted Volunteers Working With the Visually Impaired. Here’s How

    I was recently volunteering at a food pantry when I saw someone who was visually impaired trying to navigate the space and understand how food labels are marked there. After watching someone step in to help them, I wondered whether there was a way that I could support them next time without knowing how this person specifically (or anyone else in the visually impaired community) navigated through day-to-day life.

    This is how I found Be My AI, an artificial intelligence feature within the Be My Eyes app that allows blind and low-vision users to get instant visual assistance without first connecting with a volunteer. 

    What is Be My Eyes, and how does it use AI?

    Be My Eyes is a volunteer-run video platform that supports visually impaired people. It was founded in 2015 by Hans Jørgen Wiberg, who recognized the need for a platform connecting blind people with sighted volunteers via live video calls. 

    This initiative aimed to assist people in navigating everyday tasks by leveraging the support of a global volunteer network. In 2023, Be My Eyes introduced its AI-powered virtual assistant, Be My AI, to reduce the need — and potential wait time — of speaking to a human. 

    AI Atlas

    Since Be My AI is a feature inside the Be My Eyes app, it uses OpenAI’s GPT-4 with vision to instantly “see” and describe photos for blind and low-vision people. You snap a picture of what you’re trying to navigate in real time, and the AI tool gives you a natural-language description on the spot.

    What sets it apart is its conversational ability. Since it’s working through OpenAI’s GPT-4, it functions the same way. You can ask follow-up questions, and the AI keeps up, understanding context and responding to accommodate your needs. 

    If the AI can’t help, you can switch to a live volunteer inside the app, giving you flexible options anytime. I appreciate this because it’s using AI to give you agency while still offering the option to “phone a friend.”

    How to use Be My AI to support the visually impaired community

    Be My AI (and Be My Eyes) is available on desktop, iOS and Android, so pick your platform of choice and download.

    1. Download the Be My Eyes app and register as a user with your email, Google or Apple ID. 
    2. During setup, choose your primary language to ensure the AI platform understands your requests. 
    3. Once logged in, navigate to the Be My AI feature, where you can start getting instant visual assistance powered by AI. There are no wait times or live volunteers needed for this feature (more on that below)
    4. When you need help, simply take a photo within the Be My AI tab. The AI, powered by GPT-4 with vision, will analyze the image and provide a detailed, natural language description of what it “sees.” 
    5. You can ask follow-up questions about the image — like identifying objects or describing environments — through the chat’s interface.
    6. If Be My AI can’t answer your question or you want more personalized help, you can easily switch to a live volunteer call. The app will connect you with a sighted volunteer via video, who can see through your rear-facing camera and assist you in real time. 

    This combination of AI and human support gives you the flexibility to get help however you need it. 

    Should you use Be My Eyes?

    Be My Eyes is a free platform that’s built for accessibility, but it’s not without limits. Nothing is perfect. Be My AI can misinterpret blurry or complex images, and like any tech, it relies on a smartphone and internet access. Still, Be My Eyes offers flexible support and lets you choose the kind of help that fits your needs in the moment.

    A screenshot of the Be My Eyes accessibility app for the visually impaired, showing how many volunteers are part of the network

    Be My Eyes / Screenshot by CNET

    As for data ethics, there’s always a risk with anything that lives online, but I’m finding a compromise in the guardrails in place and how companies communicate off-top or respond to concerns with customers in mind rather than soothing disgruntled communities with fluff. 

    Be My Eyes is transparent about how it handles photos. Images submitted to Be My AI are processed to generate a response but aren’t stored long term. The platform is clear about privacy, built with screen reader support, and gives users full control over how they engage. 

    The heart of Be My Eyes platform and its AI features has good intentions, and wasn’t crafted recklessly — I can appreciate that. It doesn’t try to replace community, but it makes everyday interactions more accessible. If you’re someone who values autonomy but occasionally needs an extra set of eyes, whether human or AI, Be My Eyes can offer a thoughtful, flexible bridge. 


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  • New Zealand star all-rounder ruled out of T20I tri-series due to injury – Times of India

    1. New Zealand star all-rounder ruled out of T20I tri-series due to injury  Times of India
    2. Glenn Phillips ruled out of Zimbabwe tour with groin injury  ESPNcricinfo
    3. Phillips ruled out of Zimbabwe tour with injury | Robinson to remain as T20 cover  NZC
    4. New Zealand’s star all-rounder out of Zimbabwe tour  ICC
    5. Glenn Phillips ruled out of Zimbabwe tour  Cricbuzz.com

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  • Yorkshire gets more than £2.5m of government’s clean energy funding

    Yorkshire gets more than £2.5m of government’s clean energy funding

    Rachel Russell

    BBC News, Yorkshire

    Getty Images A stock image of solar panels and wind turbines behind them, on grass in a field. Getty Images

    The funding will be put towards clean energy such as wind turbines and solar panels

    Yorkshire’s mayors have been awarded more than £2.5m by the government to invest in clean energy for libraries, schools, leisure centres and other public services.

    Great British Energy, the government’s clean energy company, announced that mayoral authorities across England would receive a share of a £10m grant.

    The East Riding, North and West Yorkshire will receive £700,000 to invest in putting cleaner energy into its public services, while South Yorkshire will be given £572,025.

    Energy Secretary Ed Miliband said the aim of the scheme was to help reduce energy bills.

    He said: “Your local sports hall, library and community centre could have their energy bills cut by Great British Energy, the government’s publicly-owned clean energy company.

    “Our plans will mean more money can be spent on the services that make working people better off and help strengthen the ties that bind us in our communities.”

    Clean energy involves switching to energy sources that do not rely on greenhouse gas emissions or other pollutants for their production and use, such as solar panels, wind turbines and hydropower.

    In North Yorkshire, the facilities that will benefit include Joseph Rowntree School in New Earswick, Jack Laugher Leisure Centre in Ripon and Whitby Leisure Centre.

    Google Jack Laugher Leisure Centre in Ripon, with a wooden frontage and charging points for electric vehicles in the foreground.Google

    Jack Laugher Leisure Centre in Ripon is among the facilities to benefit

    North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith said the money would be put towards “spending less on energy and more on supporting people”.

    He said: “We need to take action for our communities who suffer the devastation of flooding and for our farmers who face unpredictable weather.

    “We are backing exciting projects that change how we heat our homes, produce electricity and grow our food.”

    ‘Lower bills and cleaner future’

    Meanwhile in South Yorkshire, public spaces to benefit include Rotherham Outdoor Market and libraries, Bullcroft Memorial Hall in Doncaster and Hatchell Wood School, also in Doncaster.

    South Yorkshire Mayor Oliver Coppard said the scheme would make the region “cleaner, greener and fairer”.

    He said: “The Rotherham Outdoor Market scheme is a brilliant example of how innovation can power local adaptation and resilience.

    “By reducing emissions and energy costs, we’re supporting the stallholders who are the beating heart of the market – helping them grow in the face of rising energy prices and making the market more attractive for both traders and shoppers.

    “In Doncaster, solar panels on three local schools won’t just save money, they’ll help to educate the next generation.”

    And over in West Yorkshire, the police stations in Pudsey and Stainbeck, Sedbergh Sports Centre in Bradford and South Parade School in Ossett will get clean energy.

    Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire, said moving to clean energy was a “key part of our plan to build a net-zero West Yorkshire by 2038”.

    She said: “This investment will make our public buildings greener, warmer, and cheaper to run – helping us save taxpayers’ money and upgrade community spaces across the region.”

    The BBC has contacted Hull and East Yorkshire Mayor Luke Campbell for more information on which services would benefit from the grant.

    Dan McGrail, the CEO of Great British Energy, added the clean energy scheme would make a “lasting positive impact for the country by creating new jobs, lower bills and a cleaner future”.

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  • What does Netflix’s use of AI mean for TV’s future?

    What does Netflix’s use of AI mean for TV’s future?

    Netflix has used artificial intelligence in one of its TV shows for the first time

    Netflix has used generative artificial intelligence (AI) to produce visual effects in one of its original series for the first time, marking a significant moment for the streaming giant and the wider entertainment industry.

    The scene in question – a collapsing building featured in the upcoming Argentine science fiction drama El Eternauta – was created using AI tools developed by Eyeline Studios, Netflix’s in-house production tech group.

    Netflix co-chief executive Ted Sarandos said the technology helped speed up the visual effects (VFX) process dramatically.

    “That VFX sequence was completed ten times faster than it could have been completed with traditional VFX tools and workflows”, he said during the company’s second-quarter earnings call on Friday.

    He also noted that without AI, the sequence likely would have been unaffordable for a series with that budget.

    This marks the first time generative AI footage has appeared on-screen in a Netflix original series or film.

    Netflix says its use of AI is aimed at enabling more ambitious storytelling, particularly for creators working with smaller budgets.

    “We remain convinced that AI represents an incredible opportunity to help creators make films and series better, not just cheaper”, Sarandos told analysts.

    Co-chief executive Greg Peters added that AI could also be used to improve the platform’s user experience, for example, enabling voice-based search tools.

    “Saying ‘I want to watch a film from the ’80s that’s a dark psychological thriller’ and getting results back – you just couldn’t have done that before”, he said.

    However, the wider use of AI in the entertainment industry remains a source of concern for many.

    During the 2023 Hollywood strikes, the use of AI in scriptwriting, acting likeness, and visual production became one of the key points of contention.

    Agreements reached later that year set limits on how the technology could be used – but tensions remain.

    The British Film Institute (BFI) recently published a report warning that growth in AI-generated content could disrupt the UK’s £21 billion screen sector.

    It highlighted risks to copyright protection and entry-level creative jobs, while also acknowledging potential efficiencies and cost savings.

    Netflix is not alone in testing AI tools. Other entertainment companies including Lionsgate, AMC, and Audible, have all begun exploring generative AI for dubbing, pre-visualisation, and even animation.

    Meanwhile, startups like Runway and OpenAI are pushing the limits of what AI can produce, with increasingly realistic short films created from simple text prompts.

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  • Watch first-of-its-kind robot elephant go bowling

    Watch first-of-its-kind robot elephant go bowling

    Elephant robot demonstrates 3D ‘tissue’ printing technology – YouTube


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    A first-of-its-kind robot elephant can pick flowers and go bowling thanks to 3D-printed technology that mimics biological tissues, according to a new study.

    Researchers in Switzerland created a programmable lattice structure that can take on a variety of different forms, giving the robot a flexible synthetic trunk that can handle delicate tasks and rigid bone-like support in its legs for more natural movement.

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  • Act Fast to Save $39 on Apple AirPods 4 Today, Only $1 More Than Prime Day Lows

    Act Fast to Save $39 on Apple AirPods 4 Today, Only $1 More Than Prime Day Lows

    Apple’s AirPods truly revolutionized audio technology upon their initial release, quickly becoming the go-to earbuds for countless people. The latest Apple AirPods 4 continue to set the standard, boasting enhanced features and a refined design that makes them the most advanced iteration yet. Like all nice things, they don’t exactly come cheap — but that changes today.

    Right now, Amazon is offering these for just $90, after a sweet 30% (or $39) discount. This price is just $1 more than the all-time low we’ve seen on AirPods 4, but act fast — deals this good, especially those on Apple products, rarely last that long.

    Apple AirPods 4 are available in two formats, and this is the version without active noise cancellation. These AirPods will usually run you $129 (the ANC model typically retails for $179), but with this discount, you’ll pay only $90. These AirPods have been redesigned so they can fit more comfortably. Apple also included an H2 chip that allows for voice isolation whenever you’re in situations that require you to take calls in a noisy environment. The AirPods 4 also offer personalized spatial audio and a battery life of up to 20 hours. 

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    These latest AirPods are dust- and waterproof and include a smaller case for easier carrying. You can also use them with Siri for added voice control options, which lets you start calls or choose your audio. Plus, you can now shake your head or nod to respond to any prompts received.

    Looking for deals on other new Apple devices? We’re rounding up the best iPhone 16 and Apple Watch Series 10 deals, too.

    Check out our list of the best AirPods deals if you want to shop previous models. We also have a list of the best wireless earbuds deals in case you still want to compare models. Fancy picking up a pair of AirPods 4 with ANC? They’re currently on offer for just $120, a solid $59 discount.

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    Why this deal matters

    Apple makes solid audio gear, and the AirPods offer good sound quality and a comfortable fit for most people. These AirPods don’t have noise-canceling features, but for under $100, this is a deal you can’t pass up.

    CNET is always covering a wide array of deals on tech products and much more. Start with the hottest sales and discounts on the CNET Deals page, and sign up for the CNET Deals Text to get daily deals sent straight to your phone. Add the free CNET Shopping extension to your browser for real-time price comparisons and cash-back offers. And peruse our gift guide, which includes a full range of ideas for birthdays, anniversaries and more.


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  • NBA Foundation and Bridges From School to Work: From courtside to career

    NBA Foundation and Bridges From School to Work: From courtside to career

    A Bridges From School to Work staff member teaching a Pre-ETS class (pre-employment transition services) where students in high school learn about careers, employability skills, and job options.

    July marks National Disability Pride Month, and the NBA Foundation is proud to spotlight Bridges From School to Work, a valued partner dedicated to transforming the lives of young adults with disabilities through the power of a job.

    Bridges empowers youth ages 17-24 by helping them prepare for and secure meaningful jobs. Their approach focuses on goal-setting, recognizing individual strengths, and identifying career aspirations. With personalized coaching—whether in person, by phone, email, or text—Bridges remains invested in their participants well-being, celebrating as they reach key employment milestones at three, six, nine, and twelve months.

    In March 2024, the NBA Foundation started their partnership with Bridges From School to Work, however the work was already being done in collaboration with numerous NBA teams. Bridges is directly involved in 10 cities (Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Fort Worth, Los Angeles, New York City, Oakland, Philadelphia and San Francisco) across the United States. All of which are NBA markets. 

    “Our current grant focuses on the Atlanta and Dallas markets,” said Kate Brown, Director of Development at Bridges. “Our goal was to place 150 young adults into jobs, and thanks to the NBA Foundation’s support, we have already placed 193. This growth wouldn’t be possible without their backing, which has helped us expand our teams and forge new partnerships with employers and schools—reaching and preparing even more young adults for the workforce.”

    For Robert Mollard, Director of the Dallas Bridges program, the most meaningful part of their work is the deep, lasting connections made with participants, employers, and community partners—a legacy built over 30+ years.

    “A former participant recently reached out—now in his 40s, with a stable job and family—just to check in,” said Mollard. “Moments like that remind us why we do this work.”

    In Atlanta, where the grant emphasis lies, Youth Employment Specialist Ken Butler builds on this foundation.

    “We bridge the gap—hence Bridges From School to Work—for individuals who need just one opportunity to prove themselves. Our longstanding partnership with the Atlanta Hawks has opened doors for countless young people to gain meaningful employment at State Farm Arena.”

    Kyla Stewart giving remarks at Bridges’ annual gala in Washington, DC in front of 1,000 attendees.

     One success story is Kyla Stewart, a Bridges participant and recipient of the 2025 Stephen G. Marriott Youth Achievement Award, presented annually at Bridges’ gala in Washington, D.C. Kyla dreams of becoming a General Manager for a WNBA team.

    She shared, “Bridges has taught me so much. I’ve learned that a firm handshake goes a long way. I’m incredibly grateful to be part of Bridges. I started in high school and now, as I finish college, I feel truly prepared for the future. Bridges has changed my life.”

    Kyla on the job at SlooMoo Institute in Atlanta.

    By the Numbers

    Since 1989, Bridges has worked with

    900 High Schools

    28,000 Youth

    7,100 Employers

    The National Center for Education Statistics reports that over 400,000 youth with disabilities aged 14 to 21 exit public education each year. But Bridges combated that this past year with 949 participants, 758 hires and 575 participants who retained jobs.

    Yasemin is a NYC  participant in front of the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, where she works.

    For more Bridges From School to Work resources click here. To see a complete list of NBA Foundation partners click here.

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