In a significant restructuring move, BP has announced plans to cut 4,700 jobs and eliminate 3,000 contractor positions as part of its ongoing efforts to streamline operations and adjust to the changing dynamics of the energy sector. The decision to reduce its global workforce is expected to impact various departments, including support and operational roles, […]
Meta, facing criticism for censoring content, particularly around COVID-19 vaccines, is ending its U.S. fact-checking program. Critics argue Meta’s actions limit free speech, sparking debate on balancing misinformation and free expression. In response, CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced a new “Community Notes” feature, allowing users to flag potentially misleading content. The feature will roll out in […]
Some British local government pension schemes have raised objections to the UK government’s proposal to consolidate more of their assets into pooled funds. The government’s initiative aims to increase the pooling of local government pension assets to drive greater investments in British companies, including start-ups, and to improve overall investment efficiency. However, Hymans Robertson, a […]
This week, we have been delving into the C40 Cities Organization and their plan to restructure major cities around the world in smart cities and 15-minute cities. One of the things we have spoken about are of course the Planetary Health Diet. C40’s Planetary Health Diet is based on two repeatedly debunked suppositions. First, food […]
In a compelling interview with Yvonne Katsande, Dr. Nicolas Hulscher, an Epidemiologist and Foundation Administrator at the McCullough Foundation, raised significant concerns regarding Pfizer and its role in the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Hulscher began by boldly asserting that Pfizer operates “like a criminal enterprise”, citing the company’s history of legal issues, including hefty fines for […]
In a pivotal moment for one of the world’s most popular social media platforms, TikTok’s fight against a potential ban in the United States has gained significant momentum, thanks to support from key lawmakers in Washington. As the Chinese-owned app faces mounting pressure over concerns related to national security and user data privacy, U.S. legislators […]
In a surprising turn of events, Zimbabwe’s opposition party, the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), has announced its support for a controversial government proposal that could extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term until 2030. The bill, which is expected to be presented in Parliament soon, could pave the way for a referendum that would delay the […]
In his final address as President of the United States, delivered from the Oval Office on Wednesday, Joe Biden took the opportunity to reflect on his administration’s key achievements, while also issuing a stark warning about the future of American democracy. As he prepares to leave office, Biden highlighted the progress made during his tenure, […]
In his recent speech, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte made a chilling call to arms, urging the alliance to adopt a “wartime mindset” in response to increasing security threats from Russia. While his words were framed as a plea for stronger defense and greater military readiness, a deeper analysis reveals a much more sinister and […]
In a significant diplomatic moment, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his gratitude to US President-elect Donald Trump for securing a deal that has brought an end to the suffering of dozens of hostages and their families. Netanyahu made the comments during a phone call on Wednesday, which was later confirmed in an official statement. […]