Attibele, a town with a tragic history of a firecracker accident that claimed 14 lives in 2023, now bustling with cracker sales in the 2024 season.

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Attibele, a town with a tragic history of a firecracker accident that claimed 14 lives in 2023, now bustling with cracker sales in the 2024 season.

Even before the memories of the firecracker accident that killed 14 people in Attibele last October have faded, the neighborhood on the outskirts of Bengaluru is bustling again with hundreds of cracker stalls this season. Following the accident in the run-up to Deepavali last year, the State government banned cracker sales in the locality, benefiting … Read more

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Rephrased title: Originating from France but seeking opportunities in Africa

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Do not repeat my words. Do not repeat the message that was sent. Only offer a rephrased response.Rephrased title: Originating from France but seeking opportunities in Africa

Menka Gomis was born in France but has chosen to make Senegal his future home, where his parents were also born. The 39-year-old is among a growing number of French Africans who are leaving France due to the increase in racism, discrimination, and nationalism. BBC Africa Eye has looked into this trend, known as the … Read more

‘Gilded Age’ warning from nonprofit highlights wealth concentration in the hands of a few

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‘Gilded Age’ warning from nonprofit highlights wealth concentration in the hands of a few

“ A modern twist on the phrase “Let them eat cake” reveals that shareholders are reaping the benefits at the expense of workers. A recent report from Oxfam shows that the majority of profits from over 200 U.S. corporations went to wealthy shareholders, with 90% of the $1.25 trillion in net profits going into their … Read more

Decreasing demand dashes expectations for enrollment increase in the UK.

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Decreasing demand dashes expectations for enrollment increase in the UK.

An unexpected drop in demand for higher education in England could pose significant challenges for universities, as predictions of enrollment growth in the coming years appear overly optimistic while a demographic decline is on the horizon. A report by Higher Education Policy Institute president Bahram Bekhradnia suggests that previous estimates of 350,000 more students by … Read more

Despite the negative impact of tariffs on his business, he is still choosing to vote for Trump.

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Despite the negative impact of tariffs on his business, he is still choosing to vote for Trump.

For nearly 35 years, Wyoming entrepreneur Alan Chadwick has operated his business importing clothing from China and selling the Western-style gear to stores catering to “working cowboys” in the US. Now, with former President Donald Trump campaigning on a promise to impose a 10%-20% tariff, or border tax, on all goods entering the country, with … Read more

Supporting Continuing Professional Education with Learning Management Systems

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Supporting Continuing Professional Education with Learning Management Systems

Learning Management Systems (LMSs) have become essential tools for professionals seeking Continuing Professional Education (CPE) in today’s rapidly evolving workforce. In a world where skills can become obsolete overnight, continuous learning is crucial for career advancement and personal growth. LMSs offer a digital solution that enables self-directed learning and flexibility, allowing professionals to access the … Read more

Biden confronts Musk regarding allegations of working illegally in the US

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Biden confronts Musk regarding allegations of working illegally in the US

NEW YORK — President Joe Biden slammed Elon Musk for hypocrasy on immigration after a published report that the Tesla CEO once worked illegally in the United States. The South Africa-born Musk denies the allegation. “That wealthiest man in the world turned out to be an illegal worker here. No, I’m serious. He was supposed … Read more

Japan’s political landscape unsettled following election results showing no party with majority, yen depreciates – Reuters

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Japan’s political landscape unsettled following election results showing no party with majority, yen depreciates – Reuters

The composition of Japan’s future government remains uncertain following a voter backlash against Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s ruling coalition, leaving no party with a clear mandate to lead the world’s fourth-largest economy. This uncertainty has caused the yen currency to drop to a three-month low as investors and analysts brace themselves for days, or possibly … Read more

Rules to be followed: Avoid repeating my words. Do not repeat the text that was sent. Only offer rewritten content. Rewritten title: UN concerned about recent surge in mass killings in Sudan

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Rules to be followed: Avoid repeating my words. Do not repeat the text that was sent. Only offer rewritten content. Rewritten title: UN concerned about recent surge in mass killings in Sudan

A senior UN official in Sudan says she is deeply troubled by reports of “atrocious crimes” in the central Gezira state, including the mass killing of civilians by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Clementine Nkweta-Salami’s comments came after an activist group said that at least 124 people were killed by the RSF in attacks … Read more