Climate Change Puts Over 70% of Global Workforce at Health Risk, ILO Study Shows

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Climate Change Puts Over 70% of Global Workforce at Health Risk, ILO Study Shows

A recent report by the International Labour Organization (ILO) reveals that more than 70% of the world’s workforce faces significant health threats due to climate change, with existing workplace safety measures struggling to keep pace. Titled Ensuring Safety and Health at Work in a Changing Climate, the report underscores the profound impact of climate change…

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Forced Labour Profits Surge

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Forced Labour Profits Surge

Profits and Poverty: The Economics of Forced Labour Forced labor, a blight on humanity’s conscience and a grave violation of fundamental rights, continues to plague our world, with a recent ILO report revealing a disturbing surge in profits garnered from this nefarious practice. The latest report from the International Labour Organization (ILO) exposes the stark…

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WorldFirst unveils global sourcing payment solution WorldTrade to facilitate secure, fast B2B trade for SME buyers  

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WorldFirst unveils global sourcing payment solution WorldTrade to facilitate secure, fast B2B trade for SME buyers  

During the ongoing Canton Fair, WorldFirst, a one-stop digital payment and financial services platform for global businesses, has has launched WorldTrade, a new payment solution for global sourcing to bolster the security and speed of cross-border payment for international Small and Medium-sized Enterprises(SMEs) that procure goods from suppliers based in China, while ensuring the prompt delivery of products for the SME buyers.

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WorldFirst launches New Solution to Support Growth of UK SME’s Global Trade 

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WorldFirst launches New Solution to Support Growth of UK SME’s Global Trade 

WorldFirst, a one-stop digital payment and financial services platform for global businesses, especially SMEs in international trade, has launched an e-commerce growth solution to help UK SMEs trade globally. Through the solution accessible via the World Account, SMEs need just one account which has a simple set-up process to start cross-border e-commerce trade.

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Transforming Public Libraries into Creative-Knowledge Enterprise Hubs

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Transforming Public Libraries into Creative-Knowledge Enterprise Hubs

Public libraries, vital in today’s digital era, evolve beyond traditional roles into dynamic hubs for collaboration and innovation. They foster lifelong learning and cultural exchange. They have to evolve as shared workspaces for creators and entrepreneurs, leveraging existing infrastructure to boost economic growth. With India’s extensive network of over 54,000 public libraries, converting them into coworking spaces addresses the challenges of workspace and technology access. By strategically allocating resources and establishing membership models for “shared workspace users”, libraries become catalysts for knowledge-driven entrepreneurship. This transformation empowers enterprising youth and fosters economic prosperity, aligning with global trends in the knowledge and creative economy.

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Women Power: Exploring Leadership, Innovation and Challenges

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Women Power: Exploring Leadership, Innovation and Challenges

Survey on Women in Business, Technology & Management: Entrepreneurship, Gender, Diversity, and Innovation Explore the dynamic landscape of women entrepreneurship through the lens of a comprehensive study by IERD-Enterprise Institute. Uncover the challenges faced by women entrepreneurs globally, from balancing work and family responsibilities to securing access to capital. The report features insights from successful…

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Women Entrepreneurs Thrive Despite Challenges: Balancing Growth with Inclusion

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Women Entrepreneurs Thrive Despite Challenges: Balancing Growth with Inclusion

A report based on a recent survey conducted by TDW Media & Enterprise Institute highlights that work-life balance, access to capital, and inadequate supporting infrastructure and networks are among the challenges faced by women entrepreneurs, warranting special attention.

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UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Urges Acceleration of Climate Action in COP28 Opening Address

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UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Urges Acceleration of Climate Action in COP28 Opening Address

The 28th annual meeting of the Conference of Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) commenced in Dubai, marking the latest round of UN-facilitated climate talks. The urgency of the planetary crisis was underscored by UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell, who cautioned that the world is taking “baby steps” in addressing the daunting challenges posed by climate change.

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Emissions Gap Report 2023: Drastic Emissions Cuts Needed to Avert Catastrophe

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Emissions Gap Report 2023: Drastic Emissions Cuts Needed to Avert Catastrophe

greenhouse gas emissions hit new highs, temperature records tumble and climate impacts intensify, the Emissions Gap Report 2023: Broken Record – Temperatures hit new highs, yet world fails to cut emissions (again) finds that the world is heading for a temperature rise far above the Paris Agreement goals unless countries deliver more than they have promised. The report is the 14th edition in a series that brings together many of the world’s top climate scientists to look at future trends in greenhouse gas emissions and provide potential solutions to the challenge of global warming.

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