Hawkish Eastern European and Nordic countries including Poland and Sweden are keen to boost EU spending on defense, while Southern ones such as Italy and Greece would prefer more cash to stem migrant arrivals from Africa. In 2025, EU countries will set their red lines for the negotiations. But if the past is anything to … Read more
“Recent moves to delay and dilute vital regulatory protections reflect a worrying trend where ‘competitiveness’ is repeatedly used as a pretext to weaken essential safeguards against financial risks,” he said. Now, with Donald Trump returning to the White House in a matter of weeks, the future of the rules looks uncertain — which creates a … Read more
More than 350 prominent figures in China’s healthcare industry were punished in last year’s anti-corruption campaign as Beijing doubled down on its sweeping crackdown. According to a report from the National Supervisory Commission (NSC), China’s top anti-corruption watchdog, Beijing has worked to “thoroughly investigate” cases in which healthcare professionals exploit medical services and misuse insurance … Read more
In the South China Sea, meanwhile, Beijing continues a campaign of maritime harassment against civilian vessels from neighboring nations, including Vietnam and the Philippines. Yes, our oceans are under threat. And lest we forget, climate change is contributing even further harm. The shipping industry is a significant carbon emitter, and in the past decade, its … Read more
Electric cars (EVs) have become the future of sustainable transport, and what’s more exciting? With the booming market for second-hand electric cars in India, you can own a second-hand electric vehicle without burning a hole in your wallet. However, as with any pre-owned purchase, you’ll need to do some homework. Buying a second-hand electric car … Read more
A few years ago I was invited to a lavish dinner with dozens of the most powerful CEOs in America. I had been asked to moderate a panel on social media earlier in the evening, and then was offered a seat at a table, where I was joined by the leaders of tech giants, major … Read more
CBZ Management, the owner of several dilapidated apartment buildings in Denver and Aurora, has filed a lawsuit against the Colorado Attorney General’s Office aiming to quash investigative subpoenas that had sought records related to its ownership practices. The suit was filed Friday in Denver District Court by CBZ and several constituent companies that formally own … Read more
Speculative commentators on TikTok claim that Luigi Mangione, 26, the prime suspect in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, may have left a cryptic message on his X (formerly Twitter) account before his arrest on 9th December. The ‘Radicalising’ Surgery X-Ray A viral TikTok video by user Louie has fuelled speculation after netizens uncovered … Read more
Cape Town-Mbele siblings accused of insurance claim fraud were released on bail at the Athlone Magistrate’s Court on 3 December. The two siblings, Wanda and Sindiswa Mbele, were charged with fraud and money laundering relating to insurance policies belonging to late Noem My Skollie actor David ‘Gums’ Manuel, who they claimed was their cousin. The … Read more
UnitedHealth Group’s (NYSE: UNH) stock price surged close to its all-time high to touch the $620 mark at 9:30 a.m. ET on December 4. That was right around when Group CEO Andrew Witty called off the company’s Investor Conference at the Hilton Hotel in midtown Manhattan yesterday after Brian Thompson, CEO of the Group’s insurance … Read more
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