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Why millions of over-50s Brits are considering early retirement due to tech skills gap
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Why millions of over-50s Brits are considering early retirement due to tech skills gap
A new research from tech company Multiverse has revealed that millions of workers over the age of 50 in the UK are thinking of retiring early due to the lack of technology skills in the post-pandemic economy. The research warns that this could have serious implications for the labour market, the productivity and the public finances. The silver exodus According to the research, around 5.3 million workers over 50 are…
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Israel’s Climate Tech Sector Faces Funding Crunch in 2023
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Israel’s Climate Tech Sector Faces Funding Crunch in 2023
A sharp decline in investments amid global economic slowdown Israel’s climate tech sector, which has been growing rapidly in recent years, is facing a funding crunch in 2023. According to a new report by the Israel Innovation Authority (IIA) and the non-profit organization PLANETech, climate tech investments in Israel dropped by 60% in the first half of 2023 compared to the same period in 2022. The report attributes the decline…
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Smoore pledges to stop dealing with underage vape brands
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Smoore pledges to stop dealing with underage vape brands
Smoore, a global leader in atomization technology and the parent company of FEELM, has announced that it will not do business with any vape brands that target underage consumers or violate the laws and regulations of their respective markets. The company said that it is committed to exploring the harm reduction potential of vaping and ensuring the safety and quality of its products. Smoore’s statement comes amid growing concerns about…
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How to Start an E-Commerce Business in the UAE: 5 Things to Know
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How to Start an E-Commerce Business in the UAE?
Dubai’s thriving e-commerce industry, combined with its state-of-the-art marketing facilities, makes it an ideal location to launch your online business. With the right guidance, you can effortlessly set up your e-commerce company in Dubai. By following the steps outlined in this post, you’ll be well on your way to turning your entrepreneurial dreams into a reality. From discovering market potential to establishing a payment gateway and providing customer support, we’ll…
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BAT’s US cigarette business suffers £25 billion loss amid health concerns and competition
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BAT’s US cigarette business suffers £25 billion loss amid health concerns and competition
British American Tobacco (BAT), one of the world’s largest tobacco companies, has reported a significant decline in its US cigarette business, which accounts for about 40% of its revenue. The company’s share price fell by 5% on Monday after it revealed that its US cigarette business had lost £25 billion in value in the past six months. Health risks and inflation drive smokers away from cigarettes One of the main…
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Kerry urges UK and Germany to cut fossil fuels amid Ukraine crisis
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Kerry urges UK and Germany to cut fossil fuels amid Ukraine crisis
US climate envoy warns of ‘dangerous’ business as usual approach John Kerry, the US special presidential envoy for climate, has warned the UK and Germany against a “business as usual” approach to fossil fuels, amid the escalating tensions over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Kerry said that the war in Ukraine should not be used as an excuse to prolong the global reliance on coal, oil and gas, which are the…
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How an earring helped a young entrepreneur build a £4bn business
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How an earring helped a young entrepreneur build a £4bn business
How an earring helped a young entrepreneur build a £4bn business From selling conkers to founding Homeserve Richard Harpin, the co-founder and chief executive of Homeserve, the home repairs and improvements company, has just become one of the richest people in the UK. His net worth has crossed £4bn after his company agreed to a £4.08bn takeover by the Canadian investment firm Brookfield Asset Management. But how did he get…
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Olympic swimmer Hannah Miley shares her joy of becoming a mother to a premature baby
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Olympic swimmer Hannah Miley shares her joy of becoming a mother to a premature baby
A ‘whirlwind’ experience Hannah Miley, one of Scotland’s most successful swimmers, has opened up about the “whirlwind” experience of becoming a mother to a premature baby. The Commonwealth Games champion gave birth to her daughter, Bonnie, in October, six weeks before her due date. She and her husband, Ewan, spent weeks anxiously waiting before they could bring her home from hospital in Aberdeen. Miley, who was aiming for her fourth…
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ECHL player gets penalty for shooting chicken nugget into stands
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ECHL player gets penalty for shooting chicken nugget into stands
A hockey player from the ECHL’s Maine Mariners got into trouble for firing a chicken nugget into the crowd during a game against the Worcester Railers on Friday night. A bizarre incident The incident happened in the second period of the game, when Maine’s forward Ty Ronning was celebrating a goal by his teammate Mathew Santos. Ronning grabbed a chicken nugget from a fan’s box of food and shot it…
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Singapore aims to boost squash talent pool with Olympic debut in 2028
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Singapore aims to boost squash talent pool with Olympic debut in 2028
Singapore is looking to attract more competitive squash players ahead of the sport’s Olympic debut in 2028, as the country celebrates the inclusion of the racquet sport in the Los Angeles Games. Squash finally makes it to the Olympics Squash has been lobbying for Olympic inclusion for years, but was repeatedly rejected by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The sport was shortlisted for the 2012, 2016 and 2020 Games, but…
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