Philippines mulls pullout of Syria peacekeepers The Philippine foreign secretary says he is recommending to President Benigno Aquino III to pull out all Filipino U.N. peacekeepers from the Golan Heights following the abduction of four by Syrian rebels. More
8 die in clothing factory fire in Bangladesh as Rana Plaza toll passes 900 Eight people were killed when a fire swept through a clothing factory in Bangladesh, police and an industry association official said on Thursday, as the death toll from the collapse of another factory building two weeks ago climbed above 900. More
Ford shareholders reject stock proposal Ford Motor Co. shareholders are again rejecting a proposal to dilute the Ford family's control over the company. At its annual meeting in Wilmington, Del., Thursday, Ford said 67 percent of shareholders voted against the proposal to make each Ford share worth one vote. More
Fitch cuts China's ratings outlook on growth risks Fitch cut its outlook on China’s sovereign credit rating to negative on Wednesday, citing risks to public finances as the economy faces increasing uncertainty in its shift to new growth models. 04/10/2024 - 8:39 am | View Link
Electrify Your Returns: 7 EV Stocks to Jumpstart Your Portfolio in April InvestorPlace - Stock Market News, Stock Advice & Trading Tips There are seven EV stocks for investors to consider adding to their portfolios ... 04/8/2024 - 11:00 pm | View Link
A tale of China's economic resilience should be retold As a matter of fact, China's adherence to rule-based engagement in international ... growth of foreign trade and real estate development. During this period, low base figures amplified high ... 04/8/2024 - 12:24 am | View Link
Smartphone maker Xiaomi warns of EV delays amid apparent demand, just over a month after Apple abandoned its EV dream It comes just over a month after fellow smartphone powerhouse Apple abandoned its ... sign of strong demand for the SU7, the Beijing-based tech giant has entered the EV market at a precarious ... 04/1/2024 - 1:16 am | View Link
Look: China's latest EV is a 'connected' car from smartphone and electronics maker Xiaomi Japanese and American auto giants. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Lei was not bashful about that challenge, saying that Beijing-based Xiaomi aims to become ... 03/28/2024 - 8:32 am | View Link
There are key strategies to help you identify when your managerial position no longer aligns with your personality or skill set.
Throughout my career working in various firms on Wall Street I’ve encountered exemplary managers who prioritized team development and career advancement, as well as those who could benefit from refining their leadership approach.
A new study found that these chemicals can easily be absorbed through our skin.
As research uncovers the abundance of microplastics—in everything from Antarctic snow to our produce—we’re also learning more about how these tiny pieces of plastic harm our health. These microscopic particles can get into our bodies via water and air, and they’re not only a health risk on their own.
Spotting these red flags in your behavior could save your company from becoming a toxic place to work.
California may become the latest place to ban round-the-clock work emails. Golden State lawmakers are considering a law that would give employees the right to ignore work communications after hours. If the law passes, California would join France, Australia, Canada, Italy, Belgium, and the Philippines in protecting professionals’ right to disconnect.
Alter Dementia helps churches craft dementia-friendly services aimed at providing solace to a community disproportionately affected by the disease.
This piece was originally published by Capital & Main, which reports from California on economic, political, and social issues.
‘People don’t care if it’s new. They care if it’s better,’ says the cofounder of the London creative agency, Without. ‘Sometimes, the route to success is simply doing something timeless really, really well.’
Flicking through the fundraising pitch for a “disruptive coffee machine” on Kickstarter recently, it struck me how the embrace of disruption has become the unshakable cliché of every ambitious business, founder, entrepreneur, and creative agency.