Walmart has announced plans to cut back on some of its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, a spokesperson said on Monday. The move comes amid growing pressure from conservative groups. The US retail joint will no longer consider race and gender when granting supplier contracts, according to Bloomberg. The company will also scale back racial…
In a landmark decision, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) issued an order to Israel, urging them to prevent acts of genocide against the Palestinians. The ruling came in response to a case brought by South Africa, accusing Israel of state-led genocide in its offensive against the Palestinians, which has claimed over 26,000 lives. Despite…
Rome: Prince Vittorio Emanuele of Savoy, son of Italy’s last king and member of a dynasty discredited for collaborating with fascism, died in Switzerland on Saturday at 86, his lawyer told AFP. Italian media quoted a statement from the Savoy royal household saying he “passed away peacefully in Geneva surrounded by his family”. In a written…
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Quetta, Pakistan: Pakistan’s elections will go ahead as planned, the interior minister said Thursday, after the country’s vote body held a meeting with government and intelligence officials to discuss a spike in violence. Polls in Pakistan are often marred by violence, with candidates and rallies targeted by terrorist groups as well as over personal vendettas. “Elections…
Washington: The founder of cryptocurrency firm Binance was sentenced to four months in US prison on Tuesday after pleading guilty to money laundering charges, in the most high-profile crypto case since Sam Bankman-Fried was jailed. Changpeng Zhao, a Canadian, resigned from his post at the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange platform late last year as part of…
CBD (cannabidiol) is a compound derived from the cannabis plant that is known for its potential therapeutic benefits, including promoting relaxation and supporting sleep. While more research is needed to fully understand the mechanisms and effectiveness of CBD, some people find it helpful for managing stress, anxiety, and sleep issues. If you’re considering using CBD…
Hong Kong: Nearly four years after his death, LGBTQ activist Edgar Ng was vindicated by Hong Kong’s top court Tuesday as judges ruled in his favour on housing and inheritance rights for same-sex couples. The outcome is a major step forward for Hong Kong’s LGBTQ community, but one Ng will never see. In 2020, aged…
Utah Police Investigate Tragic Death of Man Found in Aircraft Engine at Salt Lake City Airport Salt Lake City, Utah: An ongoing investigation is being conducted by Utah police following the death of a man who entered the engine of a Delta Air Lines jet at Salt Lake City International Airport on Monday evening, as…
Paris: French satirical newspaper Charlie Hebdo is set to publish a special God-mocking edition next week to mark 10 years since an attack on its offices by jihadist gunmen that left eight staff members dead. The anniversary of the shocking attack on freedom of expression is being used by the atheist publication to send a…