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Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is one of the most cherished and widely celebrated festivals in Hindu culture, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil, the arrival of prosperity, and the dawning of enlightenment. Rooted in the revered Hindu epic, “the Ramayana”, originally written by one of the greatest Hindu...

In today’s digital-first world, businesses face a range of risks that can threaten their long-term success. As we observe Cybersecurity Awareness Month, let’s take a look at the  parallels between cybersecurity and online reputation management - and talk about why prioritizing both will foster continued business growth. Two Sides of...

In quantum physics, there’s a mind-bending concept called quantum entanglement. Picture two particles, separated by light-years, still exchanging signals like they’re in some cosmic group chat. Here’s the kicker: our emotional energy works the same way. You might think you’re keeping your mood in check, but it’s seeping out like...

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), a key financial hub across the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA), has revealed plans for the second edition of the Future Sustainability Forum. Set for December 4-5, 2024, at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai, the event aims to promote sustainable practices and facilitate...

Global public debt is projected to surpass $100 trillion this year, with the debt-to-GDP ratio expected to approach 100% by the end of the decade, surpassing the levels seen during the pandemic. This warning was delivered by Vítor Gaspar, Director of the IMF’s Fiscal Affairs Department, during a briefing in...

With everyone trying stand out from the crowd this Christmas, impressing customers requires more than just cutting prices. Thankfully, the simplest and most cost-effective strategies are often the best. Tradition has it that we all owe the act of giving at Christmas to three magi “from the East” some 2,000...

Volvo Cars is revamping its commercial business structure to streamline operations, enhance collaboration, and accelerate decision-making. The move is aimed at reducing complexity and fostering a more agile work environment. According to a company statement, Annwall, who has been with the automaker for nearly a decade and held his current...

The CEO of the South African National Space Agency (SANSA), Humbulani Mudau, emphasized that geopolitical tensions do not affect his agency's collaborations with other nations on space initiatives. During an interview at the 2024 International Astronautical Congress (IAC) in Milan, Mudau highlighted that SANSA has no difficulties working simultaneously with...

Growing up, I was always driven by a desire to please those around me. I worked hard to meet the expectations of others, often putting my own needs aside. It was a pattern that followed me well into adulthood. Raised by two incredibly strong and resilient parents, I inherited my...

Brian Krzanich, former CEO of Intel, was recently named the Chief Executive Officer of Cerence Inc., a company specializing in automotive AI technology. The announcement quickly ignited a wave of criticism across social media, with Cerence’s LinkedIn page seeing an influx of negative comments. The backlash became so overwhelming that...