Dominica, 13 June – A safer Dominica for all, particularly children, and other vulnerable members of society – the elderly, disabled persons, women, and minority groups, including migrants – is at the heart of a new campaign launched on 13 June by the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Social Services. With its slogan “Awareness + Action = Change”, the campaign is made possible with funding from the International Organisation of Migration, UN Migration (IOM), and aims through education, to spur a national effort to take action toward eliminating all forms of abuse in Dominica. “One of the objectives [of the…
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In late May 2024, I travelled to the United States-Mexico border to study the smart-wall addition to the border structure. I was accompanied by Arizona-based journalist and friend, Todd Miller, and we studied the wall as Customs and Border Protection trucks rumbled by and drones scanned the sky. Makeshift memorial for 16-year-old José Antonio Elena Rodriguez, who was shot by U.S. Border Patrol for allegedly throwing rocks at the wall. (P. Molnar), CC BY We also watched as a young man scaled the rusty border wall and jumped down, right underneath a surveillance tower. With a quick look over his…
When asked to describe an ideal organisational leader, many people might be inclined to use quite serious adjectives such as solemn, determined or results-oriented. Yet one trait is not only often overlooked, but also essential for managers. Humour – whether it manifests as a funny anecdote, joke, performance or witty remark – is a crucial tool for good leadership. When used well, humour can increase employees’ psychological empowerment, job performance and wellbeing, and also make people perceive their leaders as more effective. But many managers are not humour-savvy. As a result, humour is often used ad hoc rather than as…
Weekly News Digest June 18, 2024 — In addition to this week’s NewsBreaks article and the monthly NewsLink Spotlight, Information Today, Inc. (ITI) offers Weekly News Digests that feature recent product news and company announcements. Watch for additional coverage to appear in the next print issue of Information Today. For other up-to-the-minute news, check out ITIs Twitter account: @ITINewsBreaks.CLICK HERE to view more Weekly News Digest items. HeinOnline Unveils Database of Nominative Reports From the U.K., the U.S., and Ireland HeinOnline released a new database: Nominative Reports (English, Irish, and American). For the first time, “the most comprehensive collection of…
Typically, East Asia is considered to encompass China, Hong Kong, Japan, Macau, Mongolia, North Korea, South Korea and Taiwan. In geopolitical terms, Vietnam is often categorized as part of Southeast Asia. But we surveyed Vietnam along with East Asia for several reasons, including its historic ties to China and Confucian traditions. Moreover, Buddhists in Vietnam practice the same strain of Buddhism (Mahayana) found across East Asia. Throughout this report, the term “East Asia” refers to Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea and Taiwan. When discussing trends throughout the broader “region,” we include Vietnam. For legal and logistical reasons, we did not…
ARLINGTON, TX – A federal workplace safety investigation of a global manufacturer and distributor of pet products in Arlington identified one willful violation and eight serious violations of required safety regulations during its investigation into how an employee suffered severe facial burns in December 2023. Inspectors with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration learned that three workers at Doskocil Manufacturing Inc., operating as Petmate, were using a pry bar to break off excess plastic, called drool, as they cleaned a structural foam machine when an injection nozzle dislodged and sprayed molten plastic into face of one worker. The…
Reform has been gaining in the polls since Farage spectacularly announced his intention to stand at the election, with some right-leaning Conservative figures, including Braverman, arguing there should now be a place for him inside the Tory tent. Bale said that if Reform does well on July 4, there would be “a bunch of Braverman-style MPs who will be up for uniting the right by inviting Farage and his colleagues into the Tory fold.” He predicted that any fightback from the moderates would depend on their mettle. “Will they have the cojones to take on the right? Frankly, I’m not…
Three-quarters of all matter in the universe is made up of hydrogen. The young Earth was also rich in hydrogen, thanks to fierce geological and volcanic activity. Just as stars burn hydrogen to produce heat and light through nuclear reactions, life emerged by extracting energy from this simple molecule via chemical reactions. Some of these early life forms were archaea: an enigmatic third form of life only discovered in the 1970s. (The other two forms are bacteria and eukaryotes, the group that includes all animals, plants and fungi.) We have studied thousands of species of archaea to understand how they…
Paying tribute to His Majesty’s commitment to nature, love of gardening, plants and flowers, the event showcased Fiji’s flowers and the artists who turn these natural works of art into beautiful displays. The UK last celebrated a King’s Birthday Party was in 1951. His Majesty King Charles III was born on 14 November 1948 and ascended the throne as the Monarch of the United Kingdom and the Realms of the Commonwealth on 6 May 2023. The Coronation was a once-in-a-generation event and one of the most significant cultural moments of 2023. In his remarks, Dr Brian Jones spoke of…
Historic sapphire building in the heart of the city. Home » Hotels » Europe » Belgium We take pride in providing authentic travel recommendations based on our own experiences such as unique images and perspectives. We may earn a commission when you purchase a product or book a reservation. Learn more › Key DetailsRating: 4.4 Starting Rates: $171.00 Phone: +32 3 201 03 70 Official Website: Hotel Website Check Prices + Reviews: Check Prices Gallery Description Sapphire House Antwerp, Autograph Collection is part of the Marriott hotel brands but feels like a boutique hotel set in the historic old town…