30May/23

London is the capital of the world

May 30, 2023TravelAfrican-American people, Beyoncé, Businesspeople, Capitals in Europe, Caput Mundi, Financial centre, Glastonbury, Greater London, London, Musicians, New York City, Southern England, Tokyoadmin

May 30, 2023 /Lifestyle/ — Whether or not London is the capital of the world is a matter of opinion, but there is no doubt that it is a city with a lot to offer. It is a major financial center, a cultural hub, and a popular tourist destination. In the summer of 2023, London will host a number of world-class events, including the FA Cup Final, Beyoncé’s live tour, and Glastonbury Festival. These events will only add to London’s already vibrant atmosphere. Continue reading →

30May/23

Trip.com: Global Travellers Looking for Intra-Regional Summer Getaways

May 30, 2023TravelAmerican television series, Ctrip, Television series, Timeless, Trip.comadmin

With summer just around the corner, people from all corners of the globe are preparing for their upcoming travels, eager to make up for lost time. Trip.com data reveals that global travel bookings for the summer (June 1 – August 31) have already surpassed 2019 levels, with intra-regional travel leading the way. Continue reading

30May/23

Was Bishop Banda justified in criticizing President Hichilema.

May 30, 2023PoliticsAfrica, Alick Banda, Corruption, Countries, Geography of Africa, Hakainde Hichilema, Rupiah Banda, transparency international, Zambiaadmin

May 30, 2023 /Politics/ — Catholic Bishop Alick Banda criticized President Hakainde Hichilema’s press briefing on May 19, 2023, for not addressing the issue of corruption in Zambia. The bishop said that the president’s focus on economic development was “a distraction” from the real problems facing the country. He also called on the president to be more transparent and accountable in his dealings with the public.

Banda’s criticism sparked a controversy, with some people supporting the bishop and others criticizing him. Some people argued that Banda was right to criticize the president, while others said that he was being disrespectful. Continue reading →

30May/23

NIVEA’s “Skin Out Loud”: 5 episodes dedicated to skin diversity

May 30, 2023FashionBhutan Centre for Media and Democracy, Manitoba Provincial Road 272admin

As a skin expert brand, NIVEA wants people to know: Every skin experience is valid. Skin is a key part of our identity and all too often what the world uses to define who we are. All skin has the potential to be healthy and beautiful, no matter what ethnicity, age or gender. To be loud and proud about skin diversity, NIVEA has launched the content series “Skin Out Loud”, where open and authentic conversations search to prove skincare is not just superficial but is deeply rooted in our sense of identity and self-confidence. Continue reading

30May/23

The business implications of the EU AI Act

May 30, 2023LegalAcademic disciplines, Articles, Artificial intelligence, Computational neuroscience, Cybernetics, Data protection, Data security, General Data Protection Regulation, Information privacy, Regulatory complianceadmin

May 230, 2023 /Business/ — The EU AI Act is a proposed piece of legislation that would regulate the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the European Union. The Act would create a framework for the development and use of AI that is aligned with the EU’s values, such as respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms.

The Act would classify AI systems into three risk categories: unacceptable risk, high risk, and low risk. Unacceptable risk AI systems would be banned, while high-risk AI systems would be subject to strict requirements. Low-risk AI systems would be largely unregulated. Continue reading →

30May/23

‘They just ignored my tears, they ignored my unhappiness’: former Irish nuns reveal accounts of brainwashing and abuse

May 30, 2023Human InterestAsceticism, Australia, Catholic Church, Catholicism, Christina, Creative Commons, Ireland, Italy, João Braz de Aviz, Karen Armstrong, Karen Hanrahan, Louise, Martin, Mary, Micheál Martin, Musicians, Nun, Pope John XXIII, Religious institute, Rome, Rwanda, The Singing Nun, United Kingdom, United States, Women in the Catholic Churchadmin

Karen Hanrahan, University of Brighton

Any thoughts of escaping to a more natural life was regarded as being sinful. The idea of being unfaithful to your vocation was a step on the way to hell. It would be a mortal sin.

These are the words of Mary, my mother. She was just 15 when she entered a convent in Ireland in 1950 and 34 by the time she finally managed to leave. She had been expressing doubts to her superiors since her early twenties but years of “brainwashing” and the very real fear of her and her family facing eternal damnation made breaking her vows seem impossible.

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30May/23

Summer Reading Picks from UMD Smith Business Experts

May 30, 2023BusinessCollege Park, READING, Sustainability, University of Maryland, University of Maryland, College Parkadmin

The 20th Annual Summer Reading List for Business Leaders has recommendations from University of Maryland Robert H. Smith School of Business faculty. It includes books about banking, investing, self-improvement, leadership, and sustainability. There’s a biography, an autobiography, a look back at a landmark Supreme Court decision and an edge-of-your-seat thriller. Continue reading

30May/23

InnoVEX 2023 Gathers Startups From 22 Countries Demonstrating Endless Possibilities

May 30, 2023Innovation5G, Articles, Belgium, Brazil, Computex, Economy, France, Internet of things, Israel, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Poland, Startup company, Taipei, Technology, XRadmin

The InnoVEX exhibit for startups at COMPUTEX 2023 will be held at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Hall 2 from May 30 to June 2. As a global platform for startups, InnoVEX 2023 will integrate 5G, AIoT, healthcare technology, metaverse and XR, electric vehicles and smart mobility, green technology, and other innovative solutions. A total of 400 participating startup teams from 22 countries and 8 pavilion countries, including France, Belgium, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Japan, Brazil, and Israel, will showcase diverse creativity. Continue reading

30May/23

N FILMS Secures $100M Deal to Transform Hollywood with Real Diversity, Inclusion, and Care About Emerging Actors and Authors

May 30, 2023FilmsLos Angeles, N FILMSadmin

Los Angeles-based international film company N FILMS has sealed a momentous $100 million deal with an undisclosed Middle East investment fund. This collaboration will provide meaningful funding, covering up to 75% of the budget, for the production of four upcoming feature films. Continue reading

30May/23

The largest universal bank in the CEE region accelerates expansion in the Metaverse

May 30, 2023FinanceBank of Poland, Companies, Economy of Poland, Fiction, Metaverse, PKO, PKO Bank Polski, Rotunda, Virtual worldadmin

PKO Bank Polski, the largest universal bank in the Central and Eastern Europe, is accelerating its expansion in virtual worlds. Already on 30 May, in its Virtual PKO Rotunda on the Decentraland platform, it will also hold one of the world’s first virtual job fairs in the Metaverse space. Continue reading