De Beers: Shaping the Future of Diamonds with Transparency, Innovation, and Responsibility
A Legacy Reimagined for a New Era For more than a century, De Beers has defined the global diamond story. Today, the company is re-examining that legacy through openness and innovation — addressing questions about its past and leading ethical…
Louvre Jewel Heist: Two Suspects Arrested as One Tried to Flee France
Louvre Jewel Heist: Arrests Made as Suspect Nabbed at Airport French authorities have arrested two suspects believed to be connected to the audacious jewel heist at the Louvre Museum in Paris. The arrests came just as one of the men…
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: A Global Voice for Inner Peace and Humanitarian Action
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is widely regarded as one of the most influential spiritual and humanitarian leaders of the modern era. He is best known as the founder of The Art of Living Foundation, through which he has promoted inner…
Internet Suspended in Assam’s Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong Amid Unrest
The Assam government has suspended mobile internet and data services in Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong following a serious law and order situation, citing concerns over the spread of rumours and inflammatory content.
H-1B Visa Rule Changes: Why Infosys, TCS and Other IT Stocks Are Under Pressure
Indian IT stocks such as Infosys and TCS are under pressure as markets react to concerns over changes in US H-1B visa rules and their potential impact on costs and staffing.
Deadly Saudi Bus Crash Claims 42 Indian Pilgrims: Understanding the Umrah Ritual
Deadly Mecca–Madinah Highway Crash Claims Lives of 42 Indian Umrah Pilgrims A major tragedy unfolded on the Mecca–Madinah highway early Monday, where at least 42 Indian Umrah pilgrims were killed after their bus collided with a diesel tanker. The impact…
Trump Rejects Israeli West Bank Annexation Efforts Amid U.S. Peace Strategy
Introduction U.S. President Donald Trump has firmly dismissed recent efforts by some Israeli lawmakers to annex the West Bank, stating unequivocally that Israel is “not going to do anything” with the territory. This declaration comes after Israel’s Knesset approved a…
President Trump Reacts to Deadly Israeli Hospital Strike in Gaza
On Monday, Israeli airstrikes hit the Nasser hospital in Khan Younis, killing at least 20 people, including five journalists and several medical workers. The incident has drawn international condemnation and a direct response from former U.S. President Donald Trump. The…
The Economic Power of North Korea’s Nuclear Arsenal: Pyongyang’s Calculus on Sanctions and Denuclearization
Since the devastating famine and economic collapse of the 1990s, North Korea has struggled to rebuild its economy while sustaining one of the world’s largest conventional militaries. The collapse of the Soviet bloc and the rise of U.S. military interventionism…
Women Entrepreneurs Driving Growth in Small Businesses
The landscape of small business ownership is evolving rapidly, and women are at the forefront of this transformation. Between 1997 and 2014, the number of women-owned businesses in the U.S. surged by 68%, nearly double the growth rate of male-owned…
How Russian Arms Proliferation Inhibits Western Military Intervention Worldwide – From Myanmar to Syria to Venezuela
In recent years, Russia has ramped up its arms sales to various countries, from Myanmar to Venezuela, complicating the West’s ability to assert military dominance in regions of strategic importance. A key facet of this is the growing proliferation of…
Navigating the ACA: How Companies Are Adjusting Post-Target’s Health Care Shift
Target’s recent move to discontinue health coverage for its part-time workers and encourage them to sign up for coverage through the Obamacare exchanges is the latest in a series of high-profile corporate decisions that have sparked headlines and political debate….
Feds Embrace Tech Startups to Slash Costs and Spur Innovation
The federal government is turning to tech startups to transform its procurement process, reducing costs and streamlining operations. A pilot program called RFP-EZ, designed to simplify bidding for federal contracts, has demonstrated significant savings and attracted hundreds of new bidders,…
Twitter’s IPO: What Investors Need to Know
Twitter Inc.’s much-anticipated initial public offering (IPO) has created a wave of interest among investors and competitors alike, with the company’s recent 800-page filing offering new insights into its growth trajectory and efforts to monetize its short messaging platform. As…
Bipartisan Push to Boost Startups Through Crowdfunding
In an unusual display of bipartisanship, Republicans and Democrats are rallying behind an initiative to stimulate job growth using crowdfunding—a concept originally popularized by unsigned rock bands raising money for tours and recording sessions through online donations. Now, Senator Scott…
In Business, Quitters Never Win
America’s foundation was laid by entrepreneurs who failed often, learned much, and pressed forward despite overwhelming odds. As we navigate the road to economic recovery amid intensifying global competition, both American citizens and government leaders must embrace this resilient spirit….
Bill Miller Joins Business Roundtable as Senior Vice President
William C. Miller Jr., a seasoned lobbyist and prominent political strategist, has been appointed Senior Vice President of the Business Roundtable (BRT), a collective representing CEOs of America’s leading corporations. The announcement, set for Friday, marks a strategic move for…
Breaking Down Barriers for Small Businesses: The Small Business Common Application Act
Bennett Aerospace, located in my home state, is a prime example of the struggles faced by the more than 27 million small businesses in the U.S. This veteran-owned company specializes in cutting-edge technologies for medical diagnostics, nano-scale materials applications, and…
Can GOP Underdogs Shake Up Iowa?
With the Iowa caucuses only weeks away, the state’s sprawling 99 counties have become a proving ground for Republican candidates vying to capture voters’ attention, as the outright favorites focus their efforts selectively and underdogs double down on old-fashioned, town-by-town…
Microsoft Voices Concerns Over Debt Ceiling Negotiations
As the deadline for the debt ceiling negotiations approaches, a growing sense of unease is spreading throughout the business community. Microsoft, one of America’s largest and most influential companies, is among those urging for a resolution. General Counsel Brad Smith…