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CNN — A Bolivian general has been arrested and accused of staging a coup against the government after attempting to storm the presidential palace on Wednesday. Military forces led by General Juan Jose Zuniga, who was fired the previous day as commander of the Bolivian armed forces, occupied the central square of the capital, La Paz, armored vehicles stormed the palace doors and soldiers tried to enter the government building. Hours later, President Luis Arce, who had called on people to “organize and rally” to defend democracy, was seen confronting General Zúñiga in a crowded palace corridor and ordering his…
Get your free copy of Editor’s DigestFT editor Roula Khalaf picks her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.UBS has revamped its asset-management business in preparation for the appointment of Iqbal Khan and Rob Karofsky as the division’s new co-heads next week.The reorganization, announced to employees on Thursday morning, is aimed at aligning the firm’s core wealth management business more closely with its investment banking and asset management divisions.The move comes as Switzerland’s largest bank seeks to sell more of its banking services to ultra-high net worth individuals and convert investment banking clients into wealth management account holders.”Our number one priority…
The first president, George Washington, suggested that America should not have political parties. Washington was a very wise man. His leadership solidified the beginning of the foundation of our democracy. He is one of the greatest presidents we have ever had. If he were here today and saw the terrible, terrible partisan divisions in this country, he would be amazed at how salient his warning about political parties was 250 years ago. The partisan divisions in this country are vast, deep, and deep-rooted. Essentially, America is divided into two camps. The states are divided into red Republican camps and blue…
A candidate in Iran’s presidential election withdrew from the election late on Wednesday, becoming the first to do so as hardline factions rally behind a unified candidate in the election to replace the late President Ibrahim Raisi. Iran’s presidential candidate withdrew from the election late on Wednesday amid growing voter discontent following Raisi’s death (Reuters) {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} The state-run Iranian News Agency (IRNA) reported that Amirhossein Ghazizadeh Hashemi, 53, had withdrawn his candidacy and urged other candidates to do the same “so that the revolutionary front can be strengthened.” Get ready to watch the final stage of the…
Supported by a forward-thinking government and vibrant startup culture, Estonia is recognized globally for its advancements in technology and digital governance. The country’s commitment to digital transformation is evident in initiatives such as e-Residency, which allows entrepreneurs from all over the world to set up and manage their EU-based businesses online. The capital, Tallinn, serves as a vibrant hub for tech start-ups, offering a supportive environment with access to skilled talent, favorable regulations and robust infrastructure. From fintech to cybersecurity and more, Estonia continues to foster a dynamic ecosystem where creativity thrives, making it a pioneering hub for tech innovation…
Amazon will integrate its Amazon Clinic-branded telehealth business into One Medical’s physician-led medical services. … [+] The company is expanding its clinic and virtual care operations to simplify the delivery of primary care to customers and patients. Pictured here is an Amazon-owned One Medical Preston Place location. (Photo by LaTanya Simmons)LaTanya Simmons Amazon is merging its Amazon Clinic-branded telehealth business into its physician-staffed One Medical Clinic and virtual care businesses to simplify the delivery of primary care to customers and patients. A year and a half ago, Amazon launched Amazon Clinic as a “pay-per-visit” telehealth service available on Amazon.com and…
Delaware’s tech ecosystem has Rodell to thank for making possible the creation of the Delaware Technology Council, which was housed within the foundation when it launched three years ago. Now that the incubation period is coming to an end, the Tech Council will stand on its own as an independent non-profit organization. The move is part of a new strategy developed with the help of Detroit-based outside consulting firm Berthwell Group, which was unveiled this week at the council’s second Tech Ecosystem Conference in Wilmington. The study was based on focus group sessions, interviews and an online survey shared with…
China’s government celebrated the success of the world’s first mission to retrieve samples from the far side of the moon, saying US efforts to deter China would not stop it from taking a “big step” in space.China this week became the first country to retrieve rocks and other materials from the little-known hemisphere of the moon, as its lunar probe Chang’e-6 returned to Earth on Tuesday after a 53-day mission that experts say could revolutionize humanity’s understanding of the formation of the moon.China’s planned, years-long push to expand its reach from Earth orbit to the moon and even Mars has…
The Hooters chain told USA Today that at least 44 “underperforming” locations across 14 states across the country have been permanently closed due to “pressures from the current market environment.”Hooters will continue to open stores both domestically and internationally, as well as launch Hooters frozen meals in grocery stores.”During these rare circumstances, ensuring the health and wellbeing of our associates is our number one priority,” the statement released on Monday said. “Our 41-year-old brand remains incredibly resilient and relevant, and we look forward to continuing to serve our customers at home, on the go and in our restaurants across the…
The object visible on Google Maps appears to be the US military’s new underwater drone called Manta Ray, based at Naval Base Port Hueneme in California.The unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV), shaped like its namesake sea creature, is part of a new program by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, part of the U.S. Department of Defense. The prototype is one in a series of UUVs the agency is designing for a variety of Navy purposes.Aerospace and defense technology company Northrop Grumman has designed a drone capable of gliding underwater without a human on board. In a news release last month,…