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Lifestyle by Nicholas McIntyre issued April 24, 2024, 12:43 AM ET A new report says more and more people are looking for an escape from the digital chaos of everyday life as the search for the perfect summer vacation grows. Forget checking out hot, crowded, trendy cities on your next summer trip and think about peace and quiet relaxation instead. “Wellness travel will be mainstream in 2024. As the hustle and bustle of everyday life takes its toll on daily life, travelers are seeking digital detox and solace in serene landscapes and rejuvenating experiences.” says Pinterest’s Summer 2024 Travel Report.…
Australia’s top spy on Wednesday called on big tech companies to break a long-standing taboo in the industry by providing access to encrypted messages, pleading for more cooperation.Mike Burgess, director of intelligence, said encrypting messages undermines the company’s ability to root out threats and said tech companies have an obligation to break the encryption if asked to do so. “Without their cooperation in very limited and tightly controlled circumstances, encryption is not accountable,” said Mr Burgess of the Australian Security and Intelligence Agency. Many technology platforms pride themselves on being able to guarantee privacy through encrypted messaging channels, and providing…
According to Bain & Company, EVs account for about 5% of India’s auto sector.The Indian government’s goal of achieving 30% of EV sales by 2030 “seems far-fetched at this point,” Chava said. However, he added that anywhere between 20% and 30% could be possible if government policies to attract foreign automakers are further strengthened.“As India as a market gains traction, more and more players and investments will come in. [Tesla] It will definitely help the ecosystem develop and some consumers will ask for them,” Chava said. Tesla CEO Elon Musk has postponed his planned visit to India this week to…
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Southwestern’s Declan Kennedy shows his winning form in the 400-meter hurdles on Tuesday during a CCAA track & field meet against Chautauqua Lake/Westfield/Brocton. P-J photo by Christian StormsDeclan Kennedy won three events and Connor Young won a pair to lead Southwestern to a dominating 107-34 Chautauqua-Cattaraugus Athletic Association boys track & field victory over Chautauqua Lake/Westfield/Brocton on Tuesday at the Fran Sirianni Athletic Complex.Kennedy captured the 110-meter hurdles (16.0), 400-meter hurdles (58.8) and 200 meters (24.3), while Young claimed the long jump (19-11) and triple jump (38-10) for the Trojans (3-0, 2-0). Nick Jacobson took the 100 meters (11.6) and…
PepsiCo.Reporting double-digit revenue growth in Pakistan, China and other countries PepsiCo. reported better-than-expected revenue in the first quarter due to strong international demand for its snacks and beverages. New York-based The Purchase Company said its sales for the January-April period rose 2% to $18.3 billion. That was higher than Wall Street’s $18 billion estimate, according to analysts surveyed by FactSet. Pepsi reaffirmed its 2024 financial guidance, which includes 4% organic revenue growth. The company said it expects a return to more normal growth this year after years of inflation-driven price increases. This may have disappointed investors who have grown accustomed…
TikTok’s beauty community is digging the Asoka makeup trend, inspired by Kareena Kapoor Khan’s ‘Asoka.’Accept Indian brides… Read more TikTok’s beauty community is digging the Asoka makeup trend, inspired by Kareena Kapoor Khan’s ‘Asoka.’ Incorporating Indian bridal make-up and vibrant colors, the artists dance to ‘Sansanana’, showcasing expressive eyes and bold lip shades for a unique transformation.Read more TikTok’s beauty community is always embracing creative and visually appealing trends, and the latest sensation to sweep across the platform is the “Ahsoka Makeup Trend.”Inspired by the iconic Indian film ‘Asoka’ (2001) starring Kareena Kapoor (Khan), the trend sees makeup artists and…
Climate change may still be an existential threat to humanity, but as Earth Day 2024 approaches on Monday, some of those most concerned about the planet are not selling doom but optimism. They are spreading the word.They say there are many good things. There are significant advances made in the fight against climate change, decades of work that have led to the aversion of other environmental disasters, and the reality that hope can help spur the actions needed to tackle the climate crisis.”People think we haven’t made any progress in the 50 years since the first Earth Day. We’re in…
“American Democracy Is in Crisis.” James Davison Hunter’s New Book Begins Democracy and Solidarity: On the Cultural Roots of America’s Political Crisis. Few readers will disagree with his argument. In the midst of the crisis, American Christians rediscovered political theology. From Catholic integralism to postliberalism to Christian nationalism, we are inundated with proposals for new political futures. But first Mr. Hunter wants us to reassess our current issues. Our main challenge, he says, is cultural, not political. In contrast to voices on both the left and right who argue that troubled democracies can be repaired through “political will and wise…
Financial industry leaders say increased manual processes are holding back economic recovery, but are reluctant to automate foster city california, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — tipalti, the world’s leading financial automation company, today announced that the majority of finance leaders (82%) admit that excessive manual finance processes are hindering their organization’s growth plans for the year ahead. I made it clear. Two-thirds (66%) say that AP (Accounts Payable) is the most time-consuming manual process in finance. This research Insight Avenuereveals the challenges that financial leaders in the US, UK, and Europe currently face with inefficient AP processes and highlights how…