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technology can support employees’ mental health in 2023
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How technology can support employees’ mental health in 2023
Technology has become an essential part of our lives, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic that has disrupted many aspects of work and life. As the stresses of modern society and the pressures of life take a toll on workers, advancements in fitness and tech can benefit your organisation. Here are some ways that technology can support employees’ mental health in 2023. Applications for meditation, stress-reduction, and cognitive…
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York Post faces backlash over controversial cover story
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New York Post faces backlash over controversial cover story
The New York Post, a conservative tabloid newspaper, has sparked outrage and criticism over its cover story on Monday, August 28, 2023. The story, titled “The Trouble with Tranq”, features a graphic photo of a woman’s arm with severe skin lesions caused by a synthetic drug known as tranq. The article claims that tranq, which is often mixed with fentanyl, is spreading across New York and causing flesh-rotting effects on…
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US Open’s new video review system fails in Andy Murray’s match
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US Open’s new video review system fails in Andy Murray’s match
The US Open tennis tournament introduced a new video review system for the first time this year, but it faced a major glitch during Andy Murray’s first-round match against Corentin Moutet on Tuesday. The system, which is supposed to help the umpires make accurate calls on double bounces, net touches and other situations, malfunctioned when Moutet challenged a point in the final set. What happened in the match? Murray was…
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Best Employers For Tech Workers In 2023
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How Forbes Ranks The Best Employers For Tech Workers In 2023
The tech sector has been hit hard by the pandemic, with many companies laying off workers or cutting costs. But some employers still offer great opportunities for tech workers to grow their careers and enjoy a positive work environment. Forbes has compiled a list of the best employers for tech workers in 2023, based on a comprehensive survey and data analysis. Here’s how they did it. The Survey Methodology To…
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best podcasts to keep up with science and technology in 2023
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The best podcasts to keep up with science and technology in 2023
If you are a science and technology enthusiast, you might be looking for some podcasts to listen to in 2023. There are many podcasts out there that cover a wide range of topics, from space exploration to cybercrime, from artificial intelligence to food science. But which ones are worth your time and attention? Here are some of the best science and technology podcasts that you can enjoy in 2023, according…
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Black and Brown Families Build Generational Wealth
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How Insur-Tech Can Help Black and Brown Families Build Generational Wealth
The insurance industry is undergoing a transformation with the emergence of insur-tech, which is the intersection of insurance and technology. Insur-Tech can offer more affordable, accessible, and customized insurance solutions for marginalized communities, especially Black and Brown families, who have historically faced barriers to obtaining adequate coverage. By leveraging the power of technology, insur-tech can help close the racial wealth gap and enable generational wealth transfer for Black and Brown…
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Tech Bro Who Wants to Be President
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Vivek Ramaswamy: The ‘Anti-Woke’ Tech Bro Who Wants to Be President
Who is Vivek Ramaswamy? Vivek Ramaswamy is a 38-year-old biotech entrepreneur who has emerged as the most potent threat to Donald Trump in the Republican race for the White House in 2024. He is the son of Indian Hindu immigrants and a Harvard graduate who made his fortune by founding Roivant Sciences, a company that raised hundreds of millions of dollars with bold claims about an Alzheimer’s drug that ultimately…
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How to succeed as a small business
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How to succeed as a small business: The importance of people development
Small businesses are the backbone of the U.S. economy, accounting for 99.9% of all firms and employing almost half of the private sector workforce. However, many small businesses struggle to survive and grow in a competitive and dynamic market. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 20% of new businesses fail within their first year, and only 35% make it to their 10th anniversary. What sets apart the successful small…
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US Commerce Secretary seeks level playing field for American businesses in China
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US Commerce Secretary seeks level playing field for American businesses in China
Raimondo meets Shanghai officials to discuss trade issues US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo met with Shanghai Communist Party chief Chen Jining on Wednesday, as part of her bridge-building trip to China. Raimondo said she wanted to work with China to ensure a more “predictable” environment for American businesses in Shanghai, the economic hub of China. “The US-China economic relationship is among the most consequential in the world,” she told Chen.…
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Biden’s Plan to Lower Drug Prices and Boost Consumer Confidence
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Biden’s Plan to Lower Drug Prices and Boost Consumer Confidence
President Joe Biden has announced a series of measures to lower the cost of prescription drugs and improve the economic outlook for Americans. The plan includes targeting 10 drugs for Medicare price negotiations, easing export controls on technology, and supporting job creation. Medicare Price Negotiations for 10 Drugs One of the main components of Biden’s plan is to allow Medicare, the federal health insurance program for seniors and people with…
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