As President Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House for his second term, China is watching closely, torn between hope and apprehension. While the Chinese government recognizes the challenges and uncertainties ahead, it also sees opportunities to recalibrate its approach to the U.S. under Trump’s leadership. The prospect of a renewed focus on […]
In a surprising turn of events, TikTok users in the United States have found themselves able to access the popular social media app once again, following an announcement from President-elect Donald Trump. Just days before his inauguration, Trump revealed that he would be delaying a controversial ban on TikTok for 90 days, effectively giving millions […]
In a surprising development, the newly launched cryptocurrency tied to President Donald Trump has seen a massive surge in value, reaching a market capitalization of over $9 billion just hours ahead of his return to the White House. The digital asset, known as $TRUMP, has become a sensation in the cryptocurrency world, attracting billions in […]
In a groundbreaking step toward peace, a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas has resulted in the release of three Israeli hostages and 90 Palestinian prisoners. The deal, which has brought an end to 15 months of intense conflict in Gaza, marks a rare moment of respite for both nations after a prolonged period of […]
In previous discussions, we’ve looked at British colonial rule in different contexts, especially as it related to how the British imposed its colonial rule. However, history also tells of the failures of even the attempt at colonial rule by the British, and the first time such a failure ever occurred was in South Africa with […]
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 […]