The Business Press - June 30, 2023 at 06:30PM The ongoing Russian invasion in Ukraine has not only caused significant human casualties and displacements but has also left a trail of environmental devastation. In a bid to address this pressing issue, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky recently convened a meeting with an influential working group consisting … Continue reading Ukraines Zelensky Meets With Greta Thunberg to Discuss the Ecological Damage Amidst the Russian Invasion

The Business Press - June 30, 2023 at 07:00PM At first glance, the deeply Catholic Philippines can appear unexpectedly LGBT-friendly. The country boasts the largest LGBT congregation in Southeast Asia and ranks highest in LGBT social acceptance in the region. However, despite these positive indicators, the Philippines has consistently failed to pass a national anti-discrimination … Continue reading The Push for LGBT Anti-Discrimination Laws in Southeast Asia Most Gay Friendly Country

The Business Press - June 30, 2023 at 04:00PM The shocking and tragic police shooting of a 17-year-old in France has ignited widespread protests, resulting in fiery clashes between protesters and law enforcement. The incident, which has left the nation in shock, has led to escalating tensions, with over 600 arrests and hundreds of police … Continue reading Unrest in France Following Tragic Police Shooting: 600 Arrested

The Business Press - June 30, 2023 at 01:44AM Amidst soaring temperatures in Saudi Arabia, concerns have arisen regarding the welfare of the millions of pilgrims who have embarked on the annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca. As temperatures exceed 44°C (111°F), the safety of pilgrims becomes a pivotal concern. This blog post delves into the … Continue reading The Challenges of Extreme Heat at Hajj and the Need for Climate Adaptation

The Business Press - June 30, 2023 at 02:03AM Recent events in Nanterre, a city outside of Paris, have sparked widespread unrest across France. The fatal shooting of a 17-year-old boy, Nahel, of North African descent by a police officer has ignited concerns about police brutality and the treatment of minority communities in the country. … Continue reading Paris Neighborhoods Placed Under Curfew as Protests Escalate Over the Police Killing of a Teen Boy

The Business Press - June 29, 2023 at 09:20PM Source: Reuters One of the world’s most common artificial sweeteners is set to be declared a possible carcinogen next month by a leading global health body, according to two sources with knowledge of the process, pitting it against the food industry and regulators. Aspartame, used in … Continue reading WHO’s cancer research agency to say aspartame sweetener a possible carcinogen: sources

The Business Press - June 29, 2023 at 07:54PM Recent events in France have sparked widespread outrage and violent protests following the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old driver by a police officer during a routine traffic check. The incident, captured on video, has amplified existing tensions between young people and the police in disadvantaged neighborhoods … Continue reading France to Deploy 40000 Police Officers and Investigation to Follow after Fatal Shooting of French Teen Driver

The Business Press - June 29, 2023 at 05:00PM What was meant to be an educational fire drill at Bangkok’s Rachawinit School tragically ended in disaster when a fire extinguisher exploded, claiming the life of a student and injuring several others. As concerns about the safety of classroom fire extinguishers and demands for accountability arise, … Continue reading A Look into Thailand’s Unique Apology Ritual After Committing Crimes

The Business Press - June 29, 2023 at 02:00PM In a heartbreaking turn of events, experts have successfully recovered presumed human remains from the remnants of the Titan submarine, which tragically imploded during a dive to the Titanic wreck. The United States Coast Guard confirmed the unfortunate deaths of five individuals in this devastating incident. … Continue reading Recovery of Presumed Human Remains from the Titan Submarine