Samsung looks to find a good fit as it enters the smart ring market
Samsung is entering the smart ring market with a product of its own: the Galaxy Ring. It is competing with established players such as Oura but hopes the offer of…
Venezuela’s Electoral Process Marred by Repression and Lack of Transparency man in blue t-shirt and blue denim jeans holding woman in black t-shirt
The Office of the Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS) has received a report from the Department of Electoral Cooperation and Observation regarding the presidential electoral process…
Japan’s Nikkei slumps more than 10 percent in worst losses since 1987
Japanese stocks have recorded their biggest losses since October 1987, extending last week’s sell-off spurred by concerns the United States’ economy may be weaker than previously thought. The Nikkei share…
‘In our Olympic world, we all belong’: Record number of openly LGBTQ+ athletes competing in Paris
While Parisian officials kept up their push for inclusion during the opening of the Olympic Pride House, LGBTQ+ advocates and athletes say there is a long way to go as…
Greek PM nominates Tzitzikostas for EU Commissioner role
Greece’s Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has selected a former Brussels bubble heavyweight as the country’s candidate for EU commissioner, aiming for a relevant portfolio related to economics or defence. Greek…
Weight-loss jabs could help people stop smoking but more research is needed
A new study looked at the influence of popular weight-loss drugs on medical care related to tobacco use. Blockbuster diabetes and weight-loss medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy may help…
The clock is ticking on Digital Product Passports across the EU
The EU’s regulation on the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products (ESPR) comes into force today, but the required implementation of Digital Product Passports across sectors by 2030 entails a massive restructuring…
BoE cuts interest rates in first drop in four years as inflation falls
The Bank of England cut interest rates by 0.25% to 5% with a narrow 5-4 vote, as inflation met the 2% target. This decision caused the British pound to weaken…
OAS Report Shakes Venezuelan Election Results: Trust in Democracy Eroded
According to a report released by the Organization of American States (OAS) the Department of Electoral Cooperation and Observation (DECO) stated that the outcome of the Venezuelan presidential elections conducted…
EIOPA’s Risk Dashboard: A Stable Yet Cautionary Outlook for Occupational Pension Funds
The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority ( EIOPA) released its latest Risk Dashboard, providing insights into the health of Europe’s occupational pension funds, officially known as Institutions for Occupational…