Maersk Line agreed to a settlement offered by the US Labor Department in relation to an alleged retaliatory termination of a container ship seaman who revealed questionable practices and potential safety concerns onboard the company’s vessels.
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G20 Reports Risks That Could Harm Global Economy, But Avoids Mentioning Ukraine and Gaza
G20 finance ministers and central bankers are optimistic about a "soft landing" for the global economy but warn of geopolitical risks, avoiding specific mentions of Ukraine and Gaza in their discussions.
30% of Global EV Owners Consider Switching Back to Gas Cars, Survey Says
A recent McKinsey survey reveals nearly 30% of global EV owners, with 46% in the U.S., are considering switching back to gasoline cars due to dissatisfaction with charging infrastructure and battery performance.
US Inflation Up Slightly in June as Consumer Spending Slows Down Amid Declining Income Growth
U.S. inflation in June ticked up slightly to 2.5% annually, while consumer spending cooled, prompting expectations that the Federal Reserve may cut interest rates in September.
Journalists of Australian Newspapers Begin Strike vs. Nine Network Hours Before Paris Olympics
Hundreds of newspaper journalists of Australian commercial media outlet Nine began its nationwide five-day strike to oppose a pay offer from company management while the media firm is set to broadcast the Paris Olympics.
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Invictus Partners, an Australian-born, fast-growing global enterprise software advisory firm, is helping blue chip companies, businesses, and government agencies across all continents stand up to what they term the 'software mafia' (global software giants and their network of systems integrators and resellers).
Imagine spending $1,000 on a pair of rare, valuable, collectible sneakers. It's thrilling, but then the nagging doubt sets in. Are they authentic? A knockoff? Who's to know? This is the exact dilemma faced by collectors all over the world. Innovator Validir is first to market with a powerful solution to give collectors, designers, manufacturers, and everyday consumers the confidence that the assets they are buying or selling will retain their value.
'Inside Out 2' Hits $1.46 Billion, Beating 'Frozen II' to Become Highest-Grossing Animated Film Ever
Despite not being available worldwide yet, Disney and Pixar's 'Inside Out 2' has already become the highest-grossing animated movie ever, surpassing 'Frozen II' with $1.46 billion in global ticket sales.
Nestle has lowered its sales forecast for the year to 3% growth, down from 4%, as consumers reject price hikes on its products, leading to a 5% drop in its shares.
AstraZeneca has raised its full-year sales and profit forecast due to strong demand for its drugs for cancer, rare diseases, and heart disease.
The Australian Federal Court dismissed a class action lawsuit that claimed German pharmaceutical and chemicals company Bayer’s glyphosate-based herbicide Roundup could cause a type of blood cancer, which gave the firm a respite after facing similar cases in the United States.
The Australian Parliament’s Standing Committee on Communications and the Arts heard evidence from a number of live music industry stakeholders, including Arts Queensland and QMusic.
This article explores whether life coaching might be a scam, highlighting notable examples of life coaches who have faced serious allegations and discussing the thin line between genuine support and opportunism.
Commercial spaceflight company Axiom Space announced this week that they have welcomed retired British astronaut Tim Peake into its professional astronaut pool.
