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Woman Who Served With ISIS in Syria Loses Appeal Against UK Citizenship Revocation
On Friday, a British-born woman who joined the Islamic State while still a schoolgirl in Syria was unsuccessful in her most recent attempt to have her British citizenship revoked. In 2019, not long after Shamima Begum was discovered in a Syrian detention camp, the British government revoked her citizenship on the grounds of national security. Begum, who is now 24 years old, claimed the ruling was illegal, citing, among other things, British officials' improper consideration of the possibility that she was a victim of human trafficking. However, a lower court dismissed this claim in February 2023.After receiving an appeal in October, the Court of Appeal in London denied her request on Friday.
Published 23 Feb 2024 06:03 PM
UK Police Search Hotel After Knife-wielding Man Is Seen
At an English hotel, a man was seen wandering around brandishing a big "knife" close to the elevators, which sparked panic. After multiple complaints from witnesses, armed police officers arrived at the location in Enderby, Leicestershire, shortly afterward. But when police realized that the weapon was simply a wand that belonged to a Harry Potter fan, they were astounded, according to the BBC. Following the entertaining incident, Leicestershire Police joked on Facebook that "there was no sign of Voldemort." They did not, however, specify which hotel the incident took place at. A Blaby police representative wrote: "This morning, a male individual inside a large hotel in Enderby was reported to have 'a large knife', so I went there with several firearms officers. We swiftly ascertained that it was a wand-wielding Harry Potter fan after making inquiries. Fortunately, nobody was hurt, and "Voldemort" showed no signs of appearing. Online users were amused and laughed at the Facebook post, and some took advantage of the situation to make puns and jokes about Harry Potter. A user made a joke, asking, "Are you being serious?" "So many missed opportunities for Harry Potter puns," another person said."You know, I wish there were more of these reports," remarked the third. However, these are dangerous times when it comes to knives; you can never be too cautious! I'm relieved that nobody is in danger and that instead of making people smile or laugh. Another four said, ''Expecto Patrol-man." Another said, ''I should use greater caution the next time I go out with my wands.''
Published 13 Feb 2024 01:48 AM
ICE Gaming event London 2024
ICE Gaming event London 2024 is happening from 6 to 8 Feb, 2024 at DEVON DALBOCK, DOLAN BEUTHIN, LONDON. The gaming industry meets at ICE to conduct business. The premier international gaming and gambling event catering to the whole sector. ICE London, which takes place from February 6–8, 2024, over three days at the ExCeL London, is the ultimate platform for generating income through cutting-edge solutions, technology, insightful analysis, and unparalleled networking possibilities. It's reasonable to claim that ICE offers something for everyone, as it brings together solution providers and gaming professionals from all major verticals. The major industries represented on the ICE show floor in 2024 are listed below! It is best fit for people from Betting, Casino, Bingo, Lottery, Mobile, Online, Payment Solutions, Social, Esports etc. More details are available on their official website here- https://www.icegaming.com/ice-london-2024 ICE London caters to all gaming types, all degrees of seniority, and all aspirations. ICE London caters specifically to the gaming sector and features everything from technology to hospitality. Engrossed in the community that we have established over the course of the last two decades, it's reasonable to claim that the program has something to offer everyone. When it comes to facilitating excellent connections before, during, and after the event, ICE London is your go-to partner. The full list of Exhibitors is available here - https://www.icegaming.com/exhibitor-list
Published 13 Jan 2024 01:03 PM
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The Mango Pear Smoothie Bowl Recipe by Shilpa Shetty Is Ideal for a Pre-Yoga Breakfast
"Yoga For Climate Action" is the United Nations-approved theme for the 2019 International aDay of Yoga. The UN recognized the universal and widespread appeal of yoga among fitness enthusiasts worldwide, and this year marks the fifth annual celebration of International Day for Yoga. The celebration was launched in June 2015. The goal of this age-old, Indian-origin practice is to more effectively align the mind and spirit with the physical body through a series of mindful breathing and stretching exercises, as well as meditation. Many Indian celebrities expressed their admiration for this age-old custom that has spread to remote parts of the globe in their posts today.On the occasion of International Yoga Day 2019, Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty Kundra, a yogini (a female practitioner of yoga) and influencer, led a yoga session at Gateway of India in Mumbai. For a while now, Shetty has urged her admirers and followers to begin doing yoga. Via her social media accounts, she has consistently promoted a healthy diet and way of life. In addition to writing cookbooks with nutritious recipes, the former model and actor also maintains a YouTube channel where she frequently shares recipes for both sweet and savory dishes that use healthier substitutions for sugar and oil.
Published 11 Jan 2024 02:12 AM
Premium haircare brand K18 will be acquired by Unilever
Unilever keeps refining the brands in its portfolio. The FMCG giant has agreed to buy "biotech" hair care brand K18, following the news that Elida Beauty would be sold to private equity firm Yellow Wood Partners.K18, a rapidly expanding company that combines science and cosmetics, was founded in 2020 by Suveen Sahib and Britta Cox. K18's six-product line is a favorite among experts and customers alike since it helps to pinpoint and treat the root causes of hair damage. The company was at the forefront of utilizing social media to inform and involve customers about hair science. K18 is mostly supplied in North America, the UK, and Australia through professional salons, retail, and eCommerce. This acquisition enhances our rapidly expanding collection of high-end, culturally significant consumer brands. Vasiliki Petrou, CEO of Unilever Prestige, said, "What Suveen, Britta, and the team have created is a testament to the importance of brands built on unparalleled science, product efficacy, and community love."
Published 11 Jan 2024 02:01 AM
Yellow Wood Partners will purchase Unilever's Elida Beauty division.
The Elida Beauty division of the Unilever group, which includes the brands Q-tips, Impulse, Caress, Tigi, Timotei, Monsavon, Brut, Moussel, Alberto Balsam, and VO5, has reached a deal to be sold to the Boston-based private equity firm Yellow Wood Partners. In 2022, the company's revenue was approximately EUR 0.8 billion.Due to the fact that these companies are essential to their everyday life, consumers all across the world adore them. "Our previous collaboration with the Unilever team aided us in comprehending Elida Beauty's potential," stated Tad Yanagi, a partner at Yellow Wood Partners.
Published 17 Jan 2024 06:35 PM
Keeping food allergies at bay throughout the holiday season
"The holiday season is approaching, and Dr. Helen Evans-Howells, GP and Allergy Specialist, has put together a list of food safety advice to remember when enjoying time with loved ones. Her goal is to protect people who suffer from food hypersensitivity from the dangers of celebratory foods and beverages. Festive foods and beverages may pose ""the biggest threat"" to individuals with severe allergies, according to ready2reactuk. Young adults are actually the group most at risk from severe and fatal allergic reactions to meals, according to the report.A recent survey by ready2reactuk found that 25% of respondents who live with severe allergies don't always carry an adrenaline pen on them and less than half would feel very confident using one in an emergency. In the UK, one in four people suffer from food allergies at some point in their lives."
Published 11 Jan 2024 12:48 AM
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Published 28 Feb 2024 10:19 AM
To dismiss the England star, Kuldeep Yadav disregarded Rohit Sharmas advice about field placement.
Published 26 Feb 2024 10:20 AM
Liverpools League Cup triumph is regarded by Jurgen Klopp as his "most special" trophy.
Published 26 Feb 2024 10:13 AM
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BRICS Summit 2024 LIVE PM Modi said India is prepared to offer all assistance in resolving the issue in Ukraine.
On the fringes of the BRICS, PM Modi is scheduled to meet bilaterally with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin.Today, October 22, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi left for Kazan, Russia, where he would attend the 16th BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) summit. The trip will last two days. The conference, which Russia is hosting, is perceived as an effort by non-Western nations to demonstrate their influence in the midst of the Ukrainian war. The grouping was extended during its summit in Johannesburg last year, and this will be its maiden summit. Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates were among the new members.In his discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that India is prepared to offer all assistance in the pursuit of a peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine dispute. The prime minister told the Russian leader in his televised opening statement that New Delhi "fully supports" the early restoration of regional peace and stability.Additionally, Modi said that his second trip to Russia in as many months demonstrated "close" cooperation and a strong sense of confidence between the two nations."We stay in close communication on the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. We think that issues should be settled amicably, as I already stated," the prime minister stated. "We are totally in favor of peace and stability returning as soon as possible. Humanity comes first in whatever we do. In the future, India is prepared to offer any assistance feasible," he declared.
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Why Are They Hurrying To Purchase This Chic New SmartWatch? The Incredible Health Benefits
The smartwatch industry was dominated for a long time by a small number of powerful companies that were able to set their own prices and continue to defraud consumers. However, a new tech startup is upending the $45 billion smartwatch market. Even the biggest tech geeks agree that CrossFit Watch has figured out a way to offer a far superior product at a fraction of the cost.With the CrossFit Watch, you can get the advantages of a hands-free headset, digital watch, fitness band, and health monitor all in one. It is pleasant to wear around the wrist. Superior to a few of the high-end smartwatches I own from other major tech brands. strenuous exercise and outdoor activities? No worries, even if you try to scratch or break the tempered touchscreen glass or the hardened aluminum shell, it won't break. The CrossFit Watch, in my opinion, is the smartwatch of the future.
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BRICS Summit 2024 LIVE PM Modi said India is prepared to offer all assistance in resolving the issue in Ukraine.
On the fringes of the BRICS, PM Modi is scheduled to meet bilaterally with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin.Today, October 22, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi left for Kazan, Russia, where he would attend the 16th BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) summit. The trip will last two days. The conference, which Russia is hosting, is perceived as an effort by non-Western nations to demonstrate their influence in the midst of the Ukrainian war. The grouping was extended during its summit in Johannesburg last year, and this will be its maiden summit. Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates were among the new members.In his discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that India is prepared to offer all assistance in the pursuit of a peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine dispute. The prime minister told the Russian leader in his televised opening statement that New Delhi "fully supports" the early restoration of regional peace and stability.Additionally, Modi said that his second trip to Russia in as many months demonstrated "close" cooperation and a strong sense of confidence between the two nations."We stay in close communication on the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. We think that issues should be settled amicably, as I already stated," the prime minister stated. "We are totally in favor of peace and stability returning as soon as possible. Humanity comes first in whatever we do. In the future, India is prepared to offer any assistance feasible," he declared.
Published 22 Oct 2024 06:07 PM
Britain's First Female Finance Chief, Rachel Reeves
The UK now has its first female finance minister, Rachel Reeves. The economist, who is 45 years old, has promised to expand the country's economy. After the Keir Starmer-led Labour Party secured a majority in Thursday's general election, Rachel was named chancellor on June 5. Currently, she is in charge of the UK budget.Concerning Rachel Reeves Reeves was born on February 13, 1979, into a family of educators in Lewisham, London Borough. She has always been passionate about learning and committed to comprehensive education. She graduated from New College, Oxford, with a Bachelor of Arts degree before attending the esteemed London School of Economics to earn a Master of Science in Economics. Following her education, Reeves spent almost ten years working as an economist. She began her career at the Bank of England before moving on to the private sector. Before taking on the role of Leader of the Opposition in 2021, Reeves worked as Starmer's Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer. Regarding her accomplishment In addition, the 45-year-old used to be a champion chess player who took home multiple championship championships in his early years. Her father's influence on her during her early years contributed to her constant inclination toward democratic politics. Reeves was chosen as the Labour MP for Leeds West in northern England in 2010, the year the Conservatives and Liberal Democrats formed a coalition and took power. She was chosen by Starmer to serve as Labour's finance spokesman eleven years later. Ellie Reeves, her sister, is a Labour MP as well.Goals for Rachel Reeves As the first female Chancellor of the Exchequer in the history of the UK, she currently oversees an economy marked by slow growth, massive debt, and the biggest tax load in seven decades. Reeves has ruled out raising corporation and income taxes in order to restore economic stability. Her dedication to sound fiscal policies is a reflection of her ambition to be successful in the governance and finance industries.
Published 09 Jul 2024 05:30 PM
This Week's Releases on Netflix: June 24–30, 2024
It's time to take a look at every new release that Netflix has lined up for the last week of June 2024. With so many new releases coming out this week, including large Netflix Originals, licensed TV shows, and upcoming films, it's going to be an exciting one.As the new month draws near, you should become acquainted with every publication from July 2024. Stay tuned for further updates as we recently discovered a ton more. when usual, there will be a ton of films scheduled to end when we move into a new month. The complete list of July departures can be found here, and we've selected 17 that you should be aware of.As the new month draws near, you should become acquainted with every publication from July 2024. Stay tuned for further updates as we recently discovered a ton more. when usual, there will be a ton of films scheduled to end when we move into a new month. The complete list of July departures can be found here, and we've selected 17 that you should be aware of. Netflix will release A Family Affair (2024) on Friday. This movie has been anticipated for a very long time. A mother and her boss discover an unexpected romance that soon develops into a web of lies and misunderstandings in this romantic comedy starring Joey King, Nicole Kidman, and Zac Efron.2023's The Flash Tuesday will be available on Netflix. To be honest, the backstory of this film is every bit as fascinating as the film itself. James Gunn assumes the director's chair in one of the films that serves as a bookend to the DC film universe. In the film, which stars the troubled Ezra Miller, the Flash goes back in time to alter previous occurrences. Regretfully, since all of the DC movies left Netflix in the first few months of this year, you won't be able to watch them all at once.Supacell: A Netflix Original Series Arriving on Netflix on Thursday Our last choice, which is still about superheroes, is Supacell, the newest new series to come out of the UK. The Rapman series, which has been in development for years, centers on a gang of Black Londoners who all acquire superpowers. There's no denying that this show is currently underappreciated, which may indicate that Netflix isn't particularly confident in it. However, they didn't really believe in Baby Reindeer, and see how it worked out. The cast of the new six-episode series includes Michael Salami, Eddie Marsan, Adelayo Adedayo, Destiny Viva, and Travis Jay.The new six-episode series stars Travis Jay, Destiny Viva, Eddie Marsan, Adelayo Adedayo, and Michael Salami.
Published 25 Jun 2024 03:09 PM
Indian player sent to London for treatment; uncertain for Englands fifth test
Star batsman for the Indian cricket team, KL Rahul, has been sidelined by injury for the last three Test matches in the current series against England. Cricbuzz reports that he may miss the final match in Dharamsala. According to the report, Rahul's quadriceps injury from the first Test is still bothering him, so the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) sent him to London to get an expert opinion. Although Rahul was supposedly "90%" cleared to play in the third Test match, the National Cricket Academy (NCA) and team management made the decision to reevaluate the matter. Rahul was included in the India team for the series' final three games, but his availability will depend on how well he recovers. The five-match series is already 3-1 in favour of India, so the selectors might decide to give him more time to heal in anticipation of the T20 World Cup.On Monday, former captain Nasser Hussain stated that India's team, led by Rohit Sharma, deserved to win the Test series because of their superior skill set and mental toughness, and that England should not feel guilty about their defeat. After India defeated England by five wickets in the fourth and penultimate Test in Ranchi to take an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series, England suffered their first Test series defeat of the 'Bazball' era. "India deserve credit for the way they've played throughout the series, they have been without some star names...Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah in this one, Mohammed Shami, KL Rahul for most of the series and Rishabh Pant," Hussain said on Sky Sports."India has a long list of missing persons, but they continue to produce impressive performances. You have to give India credit for their mental toughness in winning another home series in addition to their skill."Their performance at home is simply outstanding.
Published 28 Feb 2024 10:19 AM
To dismiss the England star, Kuldeep Yadav disregarded Rohit Sharmas advice about field placement.
On the third day of the ongoing fourth Test in Ranchi, Team India has turned the tide on England despite giving up a 46-run lead in the first innings. Ravichandran Ashwin and Kuldeep Yadav caused havoc, upending England's batting order. After taking out Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, and Joe Root, Ashwin set the pace, and Kuldeep ignited an England batting collapse. The left-arm spinner dismissed a well-set Zak Crawley on the very next ball, defying India captain Rohit Sharma's advice. During a lengthy conversation between Kuldeep and Rohit in the 29th over of England's second innings, the latter suggested that it might be best if he brought the fielder in. Nevertheless, Kuldeep succeeded in persuading Rohit to keep the fielder on the boundary fence. The very next ball, he castled Crawley, so his ploy had paid off handsomely. Batting on sixty, Crawley was left perplexed when the ball turned back in and rattled his off-stump. Rohit gave Kuldeep a hug while grinning cheekily, acknowledging the player's intelligence.Day 3's final session saw India set a target of 192 runs after England was bowled out for 145 in their second innings thanks to the joint efforts of Ashwin (5/51) and Kuldeep (4/22). After tea, England resumed at 120/5, but they were unable to stop Kuldeep, who was taking wickets at a steady rate and harassing the batsmen of the visiting team. Following his crucial dismissals of Ben Stokes (4) and Zak Crawley (60) in the second session, Kuldeep removed Tom Hartley (7) and Ollie Robinson (0) in the third. Ashwin quickly claimed three wickets to aid India's recovery after the hosts gave up a 46-run lead in the first innings.Ashwin, the team's oldest bowler, came back into the attack to finish off his 35th five-for in Test cricket. He also surpassed former captain Anil Kumble in terms of most wickets taken for India at home in the format.
Published 26 Feb 2024 10:20 AM
Liverpools League Cup triumph is regarded by Jurgen Klopp as his "most special" trophy.
After Liverpool defeated Chelsea in the League Cup final, Jurgen Klopp praised the win as the "most special" trophy of his career, proving he can still succeed with young players. A dramatic header by Virgil van Dijk two minutes from the end of extra time at Wembley on Sunday sealed Liverpool's 1-0 victory. Because Liverpool's win came during a time when injuries plagued the team and he was forced to start a remarkably inexperienced lineup, Klopp's victory was particularly sweet. Conor Bradley and Harvey Elliott, both 20 years old, were the Reds manager's starting lineup. From the bench, he added Bobby Clark (19), James McConnell (19), Jayden Danns (18), and Jarell Quansah (21). Along with Ryan Gravenberch being carried off on a stretcher in the first half, injuries had cost Klopp the services of Darwin Nunez, Alisson Becker, Joel Matip, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Mohamed Salah, and Diogo Jota. The seventh major trophy of Klopp's nine-year reign at Liverpool was, under the circumstances, the most memorable of his career.It's without a doubt the most meaningful trophy I've won in over 20 years. It is truly remarkable," he declared. "People ask me sometimes if I'm proud of things, and it's really difficult for me to say no. I wish I could feel pride more often, but right now it feels overwhelming. "I was pleased with all those who contributed to this. I had a lot of pride in a lot of things, including our academy and my coaches. It was entirely too much." "You can't win anything with kids," as former Liverpool defender Alan Hansen famously criticized Alex Ferguson's decision to blood a number of Manchester United youngsters, including David Beckham, Paul Scholes, and Gary Neville.
Published 26 Feb 2024 10:13 AM
Woman Who Served With ISIS in Syria Loses Appeal Against UK Citizenship Revocation
On Friday, a British-born woman who joined the Islamic State while still a schoolgirl in Syria was unsuccessful in her most recent attempt to have her British citizenship revoked. In 2019, not long after Shamima Begum was discovered in a Syrian detention camp, the British government revoked her citizenship on the grounds of national security. Begum, who is now 24 years old, claimed the ruling was illegal, citing, among other things, British officials' improper consideration of the possibility that she was a victim of human trafficking. However, a lower court dismissed this claim in February 2023.After receiving an appeal in October, the Court of Appeal in London denied her request on Friday.
Published 23 Feb 2024 06:03 PM
UK Police Search Hotel After Knife-wielding Man Is Seen
At an English hotel, a man was seen wandering around brandishing a big "knife" close to the elevators, which sparked panic. After multiple complaints from witnesses, armed police officers arrived at the location in Enderby, Leicestershire, shortly afterward. But when police realized that the weapon was simply a wand that belonged to a Harry Potter fan, they were astounded, according to the BBC. Following the entertaining incident, Leicestershire Police joked on Facebook that "there was no sign of Voldemort." They did not, however, specify which hotel the incident took place at. A Blaby police representative wrote: "This morning, a male individual inside a large hotel in Enderby was reported to have 'a large knife', so I went there with several firearms officers. We swiftly ascertained that it was a wand-wielding Harry Potter fan after making inquiries. Fortunately, nobody was hurt, and "Voldemort" showed no signs of appearing. Online users were amused and laughed at the Facebook post, and some took advantage of the situation to make puns and jokes about Harry Potter. A user made a joke, asking, "Are you being serious?" "So many missed opportunities for Harry Potter puns," another person said."You know, I wish there were more of these reports," remarked the third. However, these are dangerous times when it comes to knives; you can never be too cautious! I'm relieved that nobody is in danger and that instead of making people smile or laugh. Another four said, ''Expecto Patrol-man." Another said, ''I should use greater caution the next time I go out with my wands.''
Published 13 Feb 2024 01:48 AM
Tourism Ireland announces a global marketing effort for 2024.
At a meeting today with Tourism Minister Catherine Martin and some 550 leaders from the country's tourism industry, Tourism Ireland announced its marketing strategy and plans for promoting Ireland abroad in 2024.By 2030, Tourism Ireland hopes to have considerably increased the economic contribution of foreign travel to Ireland, with an annual revenue growth rate of +5.6% during the next six years. Furthermore, the group is committed to supporting the island's local economy by raising revenue during off-peak seasons in different regions by +6.5% on average per year until 2030.With a €70 million marketing budget, Tourism Ireland plans to introduce a broad and targeted campaign in 2024.Ireland's highly regarded tourism products, a committed industry, and solid international travel trade relationships are expected to make 2024 a critical year for luring foreign visitors. Using available capacity presents an obvious potential to increase revenue, especially during the off-peak season. In addition, Ireland is well-positioned to enthrall prospective tourists with its rich storytelling, which includes the 2,000-year history of Halloween on the island.In 2024, Tourism Ireland is determined to take advantage of these prospects by implementing data-driven marketing tactics. Through the dynamic delivery of tailored communications to specific audiences at the most advantageous moments, the organization hopes to draw in high-value foreign visitors by matching supply with demand. The focus will be on drawing travelers who, in addition to having the means to do so, are also on the lookout for meaningful experiences and have a propensity to visit various locations all year round."The Government remains fully committed to this vitally important industry and to strengthening tourism as a fundamental part of our economy for the long term," said Tourism Minister Catherine Martin during her remarks at the event. The budget for 2024 has allocated an extra €10 million to promote Ireland as a top vacation destination abroad. "Tourism Ireland's work abroad complements and is complemented by other sectors falling under my Department's purview. For instance, how culture and sport are portrayed in Tourism Ireland's marketing materials for international audiences can have a significant impact on prospective travelers' ability to envision and recognize some of the special features of vacationing on the island of Ireland and identify it as a premier venue for sporting events.The creation of a new national framework for tourism policies that will integrate sustainability—economic, social, and environmental—across the board for the industry is being advanced by my department. The framework will influence future developments in our tourism sector. In this sense, I want to see the industry expand, but I also want it to grow in a way that keeps up with our larger sustainability goals and makes Ireland a leader in sustainable tourism.
Published 11 Feb 2024 06:48 PM
The largest cruise ship in the world sets sail, raising concerns about methane emissions
New York: The largest cruise ship in the world is scheduled to set sail for the first time on Saturday, but environmental organizations fear that the ship, which will be powered by liquefied natural gas, as well as future enormous cruise ships, will leak toxic methane into the atmosphere.Taking advantage of the rising popularity of cruises, Royal Caribbean International's Icon of the Seas, with a capacity of 8,000 passengers across 20 decks, sets sail from Miami. Although LNG burns more cleanly than conventional marine fuel and carries a higher risk of methane emissions, the ship is designed to run on LNG. Because of its short-term negative effects, environmental groups claim that methane leakage from ship engines poses an intolerable risk to the climate. "It's a step in the wrong direction," declared Bryan Comer, the head of the Marine Program at the environmental policy think tank, International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT)."We would estimate that using LNG as a marine fuel emits over 120% more life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions than marine gas oil," he stated. Methane has warming effects that are 80 times worse over 20 years than those of carbon dioxide, so reducing emissions is essential to slowing the rise in global temperatures. Industry experts claim that low-pressure, dual-fuel engines found in cruise ships such as Icon of the Seas cause "methane slip," or the release of methane into the atmosphere during combustion. Although they are too tall to fit in a cruise ship, two additional engines that are used on bulk carriers or container ships produce less methane. According to Royal Caribbean, the new ship is 24% more carbon-efficient than what the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the global regulator of shipping, requires. The majority of the world's shipping fleet runs on very low sulfur fuel oil (VLSFO), which produces more greenhouse emissions than LNG, according to Steve Esau, chief operating officer of Sea-LNG, an industry advocacy group. It is "important to make sure that all the natural gas is converted to energy," according to Juha Kytola, director of R&D and Engineering at Wartsila, the company that created the engines on cruise ships. Cruise engines use natural gas to generate power in a cylinder. He added that Wartsila's natural gas engine technology emits 90% less methane than it did twenty to thirty years ago. What is not converted can escape during the combustion process and into the atmosphere, he said. According to research conducted in 2024 and supported by the ICCT and other partners, the average methane slip in cruise ship engines is estimated to be 6.4%. Methane slip is assumed by the IMO to be 3.5%. "Methane is coming under more scrutiny," stated Anna Barford, a nonprofit organization's Canada shipping campaigner, pointing out that the IMO stated last summer that addressing methane emissions is part of its efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Sixty-three percent of the 54 ships scheduled for delivery between January 2024 and December 2028 are anticipated to run on LNG, as reported by the Cruise Line International Association. Approximately six percent of the 300 cruise ships in operation today run on LNG. Modern cruise ships are being built to run on LNG, conventional marine gas oil, or bio-LNG, which is an alternative that makes up very little of the fuel used in the United States. According to Nick Rose, vice president of environmental, social, and governance at Royal Caribbean, the company will switch up its fuel mix as the market changes.
Published 27 Jan 2024 05:47 PM
New Worker Classification Rule Could Disrupt the US Gig Economy
Uber drivers and other gig economy workers could be legally classified as employees under a new Department of Labor rule that goes into effect in March. The new rule already faces at least one lawsuit, filed by freelance writers who want to remain "independent contractors" rather than employees. Employees are entitled to overtime pay, minimum wage, and other benefits not available to contractors.While people who work as contractors value the flexibility, employment law experts say there's no reason employers couldn't offer flexible hours alongside employee status and the benefits that go along with it. App-based ride-sharing services such as Uber (UBER) and Lyft (LYFT) earned the title of “disruptors” for the way they drove traditional cab companies out of business. Now, they’re trying to fend off the disruption that could be coming for them, in the form of a new federal labor rule. A new regulation on worker classification released this month is already facing at least one legal challenge, and will likely see more pushback from gig economy companies whose business model it threatens. The new law could turn the gig economy upside down, and affect many of the estimated 22.1 million Americans who work as independent contractors, employment experts say. Earlier this month, the Department of Labor released details on a rule setting standards on when a worker counts as an employee as opposed to an independent contractor, entitling them to overtime pay, unemployment insurance, and a slew of other benefits under the law. The new rule, first proposed in 2022, is set to go into effect in March.This week, a group of freelancers, including three New Jersey-based writers, sued the Department of Labor to overturn the new rule. At least one major business lobbying group is also considering legal action. Should the government give “employee” status to workers currently classified as contractors, it would threaten the business models of companies such as Uber, Lyft, and Doordash (DASH), whose contract workers cost their employers much less than traditional employees would.Uber and the Flex Association—a trade group representing gig economy companies—both released statements last week saying that the rule would have no immediate impact on their businesses. “This rule does not materially change the law under which we operate, and will not impact the classification of the over one million Americans who turn to Uber to earn money flexibly,” Uber’s statement reads.
Published 24 Jan 2024 08:47 PM
Concern over the US-UK attack on the Houthis in the lead-up to the LS polls has heightened.
WASHINGTON (AP) – Following weeks of warnings to the group to stop their drone and missile strikes against commercial vessels in the Red Sea or face dire consequences, U.S. and U.K. warships and planes unleashed rounds of missiles against Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen early on Friday in Sanaa.Prior to this, the United States had refrained from retaliating, a reflection of greater American worries about upending the precarious truce in Yemen and starting a wider fight in the area. However, the Houthis conducted their most powerful assault to date on a number of foreign warships and commercial ships in the Red Sea on Tuesday, employing eighteen one-way attack drones, anti-ship cruise missiles, and an anti-ship ballistic missile. Even though Tuesday's attack was repelled by American and allied military vessels and aircraft defending the waterways, the magnitude and impact of the launch prompted international condemnation and left little choice but to heed warnings that any additional attacks would result in a significant response.
Published 18 Jan 2024 10:17 AM
