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 WHO voices concerns about Ukraine on World Health Day

WHO voices concerns about Ukraine on World Health Day

April 08, 2022 07:15 PM AEST| By Aditi Sarkar

Highlights This year, the 72nd World Health Day was celebrated with the slogan "Our Planet, Our Health." The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need for an equitable health service around the globe. The WHO is finding the best ways to deliv.....

 Here's how Moscow responded to new sanctions imposed by New Zealand

Here's how Moscow responded to new sanctions imposed by New Zealand

April 08, 2022 04:33 PM AEST| By Sonal

Highlights On 6 April, NZ imposed a 35% import tax on Russian goods and broaden existing export bans on industrial products connected to Russian industries. Russia responded by banning 130 NZ leaders and officials including PM Jacinda Ardern fr.....

 Australia to make hypersonic missiles with the US and the UK

Australia to make hypersonic missiles with the US and the UK

April 06, 2022 12:45 PM AEST| By Aditi Saha

Highlights Australia, the US and the UK have allied to bolster security measures in the face of mounting worries over China and Russia. The three nations have committed to work together on electronic warfare capabilities and hypersonic weapons......

 Shane Warne: a light that shone beyond cricket

Shane Warne: a light that shone beyond cricket

April 02, 2022 01:30 AM AEDT| By Daniel Paul Johns

It’s a rare occurrence when the sudden death of a person, who wouldn’t know your name if they tripped over you, affects one in much the same way as the death of a beloved friend or family member. I have a very vivid memory of walking d.....

 Roma Foods looking for Australian buyer

Roma Foods looking for Australian buyer

April 01, 2022 06:22 PM AEDT| By Sonal Goyal

Highlights Previous year, Roma Foods received a buyout offer. Roma Foods hired investment bank, Moelis to undertake strategic review of the company. Roma Foods’s revenue surged due to Covid-19 driven pandemic. Australia’s alle.....

 Russian forces leaving Chernobyl plant amid radiation sickness: Reports

Russian forces leaving Chernobyl plant amid radiation sickness: Reports

April 01, 2022 04:21 PM AEDT| By Bhawna Gupta

Highlights 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.....

 Aphasia forces Bruce Willis to bid goodbye to his acting career

Aphasia forces Bruce Willis to bid goodbye to his acting career

April 01, 2022 03:13 PM AEDT| By Aditi Sarkar

Highlights World-famous American actor Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with Aphasia Aphasia is a disorder related to processing and producing language Bruce Willis has decided to step away from his acting career due to the language disorder .....

 Russia-Ukraine war: Worsening humanitarian crisis as violence escalates

Russia-Ukraine war: Worsening humanitarian crisis as violence escalates

March 31, 2022 07:08 PM AEDT| By Manisha

Highlights Russian strikes continue to cause mounting casualties in Ukraine. There seems to be no sign of any peace treaty between the two sides so far.  Over 60% of Ukrainian children have been displaced since Russia began its invas.....

 Musk sends Twitter into frenzy, mulls launching a new social media platform

Musk sends Twitter into frenzy, mulls launching a new social media platform

March 28, 2022 05:04 PM AEDT| By Daniel Paul Johns

SpaceX and Tesla Founder, Elon Musk, has hinted at a new tech venture, which will potentially shake up the industry. Tongues were set wagging when Musk used the Twitter platform to ask his followers whether a new platform was needed, which consequ.....

 Are radiation risks exaggerated? How safe are nuclear power plants?

Are radiation risks exaggerated? How safe are nuclear power plants?

March 26, 2022 08:12 PM AEDT| By Nitish Kumar

Highlights 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

Gildan Announces Launch of New Gildan Respects™ Campaign

March 25, 2022 01:05 AM AEDT| By 3BL

MONTREAL, 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

Calls to regulate BNPL sector? A look at the buy now pay later market

March 24, 2022 07:34 PM AEDT| By Sonal

The 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?

What Is “Good Corporate Citizenship” for Companies Operating in Russia?

March 24, 2022 02:00 AM AEDT| By 3BL

It 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...

 Which companies are pulling out of Russia?

Which companies are pulling out of Russia?

March 23, 2022 01:59 PM AEDT| By Toshiva Jain

Highlights The primary reason for companies leaving Russia is the sanctions put by the western allies and the rest of the world against Russia in solidarity with Ukraine. Following these sanctions, companies are leaving because of reputational,.....

 Shippit acquires fellow logistics tech company Premonition

Shippit acquires fellow logistics tech company Premonition

March 22, 2022 04:31 PM AEDT| By Sonal Goyal

Highlights Shippit has acquired Premonition, a logistics technology company. With the acquisition of Premonition, Shippit would be able to take advantage of the booming online shopping business. Shippit has recently upgraded its mission to ach...

 India-Australia trade deal soon: All you need to know

India-Australia trade deal soon: All you need to know

March 22, 2022 02:27 PM AEDT| By Akanksha Vashisht

Highlights India and Australia are expected to conclude an early harvest trade deal by the end of this month. Both countries are looking to reduce their reliance on China by establishing a direct trade channel between them. The upcoming interi.....

 Aussie travel sector gets funding boost; Hong Kong lifts flight ban

Aussie travel sector gets funding boost; Hong Kong lifts flight ban

March 21, 2022 09:13 PM AEDT| By Akanksha Vashisht

Highlights  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.....

 Crypto laws on horizon as Morrison Government seeks market feedbacks

Crypto laws on horizon as Morrison Government seeks market feedbacks

March 21, 2022 05:18 PM AEDT| By Priyanka Payal

Highlights Morrison government is planning to regulate digital assets, including cryptocurrency and has sought feedback from businesses and individuals on the same. The decision has been taken to ensure crypto investors' safety and security, in.....

 Does Australia have sanctions against Russia?

Does Australia have sanctions against Russia?

March 21, 2022 04:31 PM AEDT| By Akanksha Vashisht

Australia seems to have joined the movement in support of Ukraine while placing sanctions on Russia as a punitive measure. Utilising its sanctions mechanism, Australia has recently decided to ban all exports of alumina and bauxite to Russia. The co.....

 Queensland Govt announces AU$55M package to boost EV purchase

Queensland Govt announces AU$55M package to boost EV purchase

March 18, 2022 06:00 AM AEDT| By Samta

Highlights Queenslanders will now get a subsidy of AU$3000 on buying EV to the value of AU$58,000.  The QLD government will build new charging stations under the new zero-emission strategy. Queensland aims to meet its net-zero commitment .....

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