The proposal for a 32-hour federal workweek has sparked a debate among lawmakers, business leaders, and experts on the impact it could have on the workforce. Sen. Bernie Sanders and Senate Democrats are advocating for this change citing advances in artificial intelligence and automation as reasons for reducing the standard workweek. While the intention behind
The recent announcement by Michael Gove, naming two far-right organisations and three Islamist groups as extremist, has caused quite a stir within the targeted groups. One of the organisations, CAGE International, has expressed defiance in the face of this new definition. Despite the threat of being banned from meeting ministers or receiving public funding, Cerie
The recent investigation conducted by Sky News and Independent Patient 11 podcast has revealed a disturbing trend of sexual abuse complaints within mental health inpatient wards in England. The investigation uncovered nearly 20,000 new cases of sexual abuse, harassment, and rape, involving both patients and staff, across more than 30 mental health trusts since 2019.
The alarming surge of cardiomyopathy-associated hospital admissions among methamphetamine users in the American West has raised significant concerns. According to a recent study based on data from the National Inpatient Sample (NIS), methamphetamine-related cardiomyopathy admissions have increased by a staggering 231% from 2008 to 2020 nationwide. This spike is in stark contrast to the mere
Dick’s Sporting Goods recently announced a significant increase in its dividend, signaling to investors that the company is experiencing tremendous success. The company achieved its largest sales quarter in history, leading to a surge of over 15% in its stock price. CEO Lauren Hobart attributed Dick’s sales growth to an increase in average transaction size,
The nominations for the 21st Irish Film & Television Awards have been revealed, showcasing a diverse range of talent in the industry. Lisa Mulcahy’s thriller Lies We Tell has emerged as a frontrunner in the feature film category with 13 nominations, while crime drama Kin has taken the lead in the TV fields with 11
Meal delivery firm Deliveroo recently reported a significant loss of £31.8 million ($40.7 million) in its full-year results, which indicates progress towards profitability compared to the previous year’s £294.1 million loss. The company’s adjusted earnings, which strip out the impact of one-off costs from its exit from some markets, stood at £85.4 million, surpassing the
The advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has taken a step further with Google DeepMind’s introduction of a groundbreaking AI model called Scalable Instructable Multiworld Agent or SIMA. This AI model has the ability to play 3D video games just like a human would, marking a significant development in the field of AI research. Unlike traditional
Eric Kendricks, the talented linebacker, who was initially set to don the jersey of the San Francisco 49ers, has recently made a surprising decision. Instead of heading to the 49ers, Kendricks has opted to join the Dallas Cowboys. Sources close to the situation revealed this unexpected turn of events to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. His agreement
ADHD medication use during pregnancy is a controversial topic, with conflicting recommendations on whether to continue or discontinue treatment. A recent study conducted at the University of Western Australia sheds light on the potential risks and benefits associated with stopping ADHD medication part-way through pregnancy. The study revealed that pregnant women who stopped taking ADHD