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Russian forces leaving Chernobyl plant amid radiation sickness: Reports
April 01, 2022 04:21 PM AEDT| By Bhawna GuptaHighlights The occupants, who seized the Chernobyl nuclear power plant and other facilities in the exclusion zone, have been infected. They started off in two columns towards the Ukrainian border. The OHCHR recorded 3,167 civilian casualties i.....
Are radiation risks exaggerated? How safe are nuclear power plants?
March 26, 2022 08:12 PM AEDT| By Nitish KumarHighlights Nuclear power plants account for nearly 10% of the global electricity supply. The Chernobyl and Fukushima nuclear disasters have shown consequences of radiation leaks and the extent of damage they can cause. Amid rising climate cata.....
Gildan Announces Launch of New Gildan Respects™ Campaign
March 25, 2022 01:05 AM AEDT| By 3BLMONTREAL, March 24, 2022 /3BL Media/ – Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL: TSX and NYSE) is pleased to announce the launch of Gildan Respects™, a global positioning of its environmental, social a...
Calls to regulate BNPL sector? A look at the buy now pay later market
March 24, 2022 07:34 PM AEDT| By SonalThe BNPL industry has been growing rapidly and is set to surge due to its ability to offer flexible payment options for purchases made by consumers. The sector gained momentum during the COVID-19 pandemic, strengthened by the flexibility and ease .....
What Is “Good Corporate Citizenship” for Companies Operating in Russia?
March 24, 2022 02:00 AM AEDT| By 3BLIt is often not easy for western companies to live up to the principles of “good corporate citizenship” when they have operations in or are investing in countries without democratic govern...
Aussie travel sector gets funding boost; Hong Kong lifts flight ban
March 21, 2022 09:13 PM AEDT| By Akanksha VashishtHighlights Australia’s travel sector certainly needs a rebound after being isolated from the world for over two years. Good news awaits travel-hungry Aussies as Hong Kong lifts its ban on Australian tourists. The Australian governm.....
How latest COVID-19 lockdown in China can cause trade disruption
March 16, 2022 08:23 PM AEDT| By Akanksha VashishtHighlights China is observing a surge in Omicron cases, which can hamper international businesses dependent on the country. The country is imposing strict restrictions followed by mass testing and quarantine facilities. The number of companies.....
How biotechnology can help amid high food inflation
March 16, 2022 08:15 PM AEDT| By Aditi SarkarHighlights Global food prices have rocketed to hover near the levels reached during the global food crises of 2007-08 and 2010-11 Genetic modification of crops could be a potential solution for increasing crop yield Plant tissue culture .....
COVID-19: What’s the buzz around fourth booster jab?
March 15, 2022 09:23 PM AEDT| By Akanksha VashishtHighlights Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla stated that a fourth COVID-19 booster dose would be necessary to curtail the spread of infections. In the US, individuals will need a third primary shot that will have to be administered at least 28 day.....
Ukraine-Russia war: Is the world at the cusp of nuclear catastrophe?
March 12, 2022 12:09 AM AEDT| By Nitish KumarThe Russia-Ukraine war has started the debate over the likelihood of Russia using its nuclear arsenal. Russia, boasting one of the world’s largest stockpiles of nuclear weapons, is capable of launching them from air, water and land. On the ot.....
Moderna boosts vaccine development, soon to start recruitment drive
March 10, 2022 05:04 PM AEDT| By SamtaHighlights Spikevax’s Moderna has boosted its vaccine development in Australia. The company expects to launch a local manufacturing plant by the end of 2024. It will soon start its recruitment drive to ensure enough talent.&n.....
IPCC Issues Dire Warning on Climate Change: Time Is Running Out
March 09, 2022 02:35 AM AEDT| By 3BLThe scientific consensus is that climate change is responsible for warming of temperatures, rising seas as icebergs melt, greater intensity of storms (hurricanes, cyclones, and super rainstorms), and...
3BL Media Updates 3BL Professional Platform With 'Meet the Audience' Data
March 09, 2022 12:30 AM AEDT| By 3BLNORTHAMPTON, Mass., March 8, 2022 /3BL Media/ – 3BL Media, the world's leading communications partner for purpose-driven organizations, announced today the release of enhanced “meet yo...
3BL Media Updates 3BL Professional Platform With 'Meet the Audience' Data
March 09, 2022 12:30 AM AEDT| By 3BLNORTHAMPTON, Mass., March 8, 2022 /3BL Media/ – 3BL Media, the world's leading communications partner for purpose-driven organizations, announced today the release of enhanced “meet yo...
Uniqlo to keep its stores open in Russia amid turmoil
March 08, 2022 04:01 PM AEDT| By Aditi SahaHighlights Uniqlo, a Japanese clothing manufacturer, will continue to operate in Russia amid turmoil. Since Putin invaded Ukraine, big corporations, ranging from Disney to Apple, have exited the Russian market. There have been appeals for a bo.....
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Australian cricket legend Shane Warne dies aged 52
March 05, 2022 03:13 AM AEDT| By Daniel Paul JohnsCricket legend Shane Warne has died at the age of 52, his manager James Erskine said in a statement early on Saturday. The former test leg spinner was found unresponsive in his vila in Thailand after a suspected heart attack, Erskine said. Warne i.....
Plastic pollution: UN makes 'historic' move toward global pact
March 04, 2022 04:47 PM AEDT| By Aditi SahaHighlights UN is all set to develop the world's first plastic pollution treaty, hailed as the most crucial multilateral climate agreement since the historic 2015 Paris treaty. World leaders have agreed to develop a treaty to deal with the issue.....
Why did Russia invade Ukraine?
March 04, 2022 04:11 AM AEDT| By Sundeep RadeshOn February 24, Russia began a military invasion into Ukraine. While it was not surprising it was shocking, given the relative peace Europe had been in for nearly a century. But how did we get here? To get to the bottom of that, let’s backtra.....
Russian billionaire loses mega yacht ‘Dilbar’ on Ukraine invasion
March 03, 2022 08:02 PM AEDT| By Khushboo JoshiHighlights German authorities have seized a Russian billionaire owned superyacht. The superyacht – Dilbar, was custom built in more than 52 months and is the world’s largest yacht valued at around US$600 million. The US is ta.....
What to expect at Apple’s (AAPL) spring event next week?
March 03, 2022 09:37 AM AEDT| By Sanjeeb BaruahHighlights Apple's 5G-capable iPhones have been a major part of its focus lately. Apple generally hosts three events annually to launch new products. The iPhone maker saw solid sales in iPhones, Mac, wearables, and gadgets during the holiday .....
