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August 10, 2023
Via: Caitlin SimmonsGovernments globally are actively harnessing the transformative power of digital technology to reshape the landscape of policymaking, elevate the quality of public services, and foster deeper engagement with their citizens. The advent of these innovations brings with it the promise […]
July 31, 2023
Via: Natalie DunnUS Secretary of State Antony Blinken has recently returned from an important visit to China, where he discussed key aspects related to US-China relations with President Xi Jinping and other senior officials. The trip was generally regarded as an effort […]
June 15, 2023
Via: Natalie DunnThe rise of Russia-linked cyberattacks is causing concerns among US and French analysts, who have observed a shift in Moscow’s focus from Ukraine to its European allies. According to Al Jazeera, a recent report released by French defense firm Thales […]
May 12, 2023
Via: Lilian CooperIn the last three years, the US government has faced many challenges, such as job loss and shortages, market volatility, and inflation, with two pivotal impacts on the economy—the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russian-Ukraine conflict. The government has established three […]
April 20, 2023
Via: Natalie DunnEnding world hunger is undoubtedly one of the most critical issues impacting the modern world. According to the World Food Programme (WFP), approximately 828 million people worldwide lack proper food, and more than 43 million are at serious risk of […]
March 17, 2023
Via: Lilian CooperUS government shutdowns disrupt the economy and leave thousands of workers unpaid. Additionally, these standstills negatively impact air travel, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), small businesses, and many more government programs. This article will explore what US government shutdowns are, […]
February 15, 2023
Via: Natalie DunnIssues such as the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the COVID-19 pandemic now have the potential to reshape policies in the US and abroad in 2023. While the head of the World Health Organization (WHO) has recently stated that the […]
January 17, 2023
Via: Natalie DunnThe Republicans have won by a slim majority in the House of Representatives. Still, journalists and political analysts worldwide rushed to point out that what was initially thought to be a red wave may have turned out to be only […]
December 16, 2022
Via: Isabella CarterIn new guidance released in December, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) advises firms to disclose their involvement with digital commodity companies. This is the latest sign that regulators are on high alert and fear further negative consequences, following […]
November 4, 2022
Via: Natalie DunnWhile the COVID-19 pandemic is at least to some extent a concern of the past, Americans seem to be heading toward more turmoil this fall. The domino effect of the healthcare crisis made other crises either emerge or grow in […]
October 31, 2022
Via: Isabella CarterThe Biden Administration released a proposed rule, indicating its intention to issue a formal regulation that would redefine how employers classify workers. Under the current Employee or Independent Contractor Classification Under the Fair Labor Standards Act rule, workers that are […]
October 11, 2022
Via: Joseph SaundersSince its inception, the global pandemic has continued to have a long-lasting impact on how we buy, work, and also how our businesses operate. As such, user behaviour has naturally evolved, leading to developments in customer experience (CX) to meet […]
September 30, 2022
Via: Natalie DunnPresident Joe Biden condemned Russia’s nuclear and other military threats before the 77th Session of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly. According to President Biden, Vladimir Putin’s recent announcement that “partial mobilization” will take place in Russia is just one […]
August 31, 2022
Via: Natalie DunnVladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine and the pandemic changed the world’s definition of normal. Not only is this new conflict in Europe destabilizing the entire region, but it is also impacting the global economy and provoking a massive increase in […]
July 29, 2022
Via: Natalie DunnPolicymakers in the US and abroad are struggling to contain the ripple effects of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, while also fighting against what remains of the COVID-19 pandemic and its economic consequences, i.e. inflation and supply chain issues. With environmental […]
June 30, 2022
Via: Natalie DunnAccording to a factsheet recently issued by the White House, green energy is an important part of the arsenal that the United States must build to decrease energy costs for American families and to reduce threats to the power grid. […]
June 23, 2022
Via: Nakisani JacobsIn today’s business world, compliance training is a given. It is the single most important tool for ensuring a safe and productive workplace, and it is required by law. In a rapidly changing and complicated regulatory world, it’s more important […]
May 27, 2022
Via: Natalie DunnGovernance is never an easy job, and it can become increasingly difficult during a geopolitical crisis. This has been true even before WWI when conflicts in the Balkans reshaped the region during the Italo-Turkish War, as well as the First […]
April 29, 2022
Via: Natalie DunnOn 24 February, 2022, Vladimir Putin’s Russia did the unthinkable and invaded Ukraine—thereby starting a war in Europe. Two months have gone by since the start of the conflict, and many people are still left wondering what caused it. According […]
April 25, 2022
Via: Nakisani JacobsAt the same time that the implications of the global pandemic have created difficulties for many, they have also sparked an opportunity for growth and change. One key area that has continued to evolve even as we return to a […]