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Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Topline Reports of antisemitic incidents in the United States hit record levels in 2022, the Anti-Defamation League said in a report published Thursday, continuing a five-year upswing in antisemitism amid mounting fears the behavior of influential public figures like Donald Trump and Kanye West are normalizing hate. Key Facts The ADL recorded 3,697 antisemitic incidents across the U.S. in 2022, the highest annual total since the organization started tracking incidents in 1979. The figure marks a 36% increase from the year before—itself a record-setting year—and follows a broad uptick in hate towards the American Jewish community over the past five years, three of which recorded record levels of antisemitic incidents. The report said no single factor was responsible for the surge in hate and five states— New York (580), California (518), New Jersey (408), Florida (269) and Texas (211)—collectively accounted … [Read more...] about Antisemitic Attacks Hit All-Time High In 2022, ADL Report Says

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin When you unshackle 1.4 billion consumers who have been penned up at home for three years, it’s reasonable to expect some fireworks. For the residents of Mainland China, life under “zero COVID” policies was a dreary round of rolling travel restrictions and lockdowns – as if the United States was permanently stuck on a skipping record of the Spring of 2020. While most of the population was able to find a way to get back to work eventually, the everyday routines of travel, dining out, and visiting friends and family were severely curtailed. Wallets stayed snapped shut. Since China executed its “COVID pivot” in late December 2022, economists have been scrutinizing the data to see if the country will be able to achieve its goal of 5% growth in 2023. If achieved, China will serve as an engine to help developed economies avoid tipping into recession. This is particularly relevant in the new era of higher interest rates, … [Read more...] about Why China’s COVID Comeback Is Still In The Early Innings, With Upside Ahead

Long-term disability insurance generally costs between 1% and 3% of your income, but it’s well worth the price. About one in four young people will miss a year or more of work before retirement age due to a disability, and only 37% of Americans have at least a month’s worth of income saved. A disabling condition can affect you for years or even for your entire life. We’ll cover the average cost of long-term disability insurance and the factors that influence individual rates, so you can budget for the expense. Average Cost of Long-Term Disability Insurance The following estimated ranges are for benefits that last until retirement with a 90-day elimination period for zip code 73301. All quotes were collected for applicants who are non-smokers in excellent health. Rates are for non-cancelable, own-occupation coverage. … [Read more...] about How Much Is Long-Term Disability?

In this file photo taken on May 12, 2020 Healthcare workers wait for patients to be tested at a walk-in Covid-19 testing site in Arlington, Virginia. AFP WASHINGTON — With US Covid-19 deaths averaging 500 a day, down from a peak of more than 3,000 two years ago, the White House plans to end national and public health emergencies on May 11. A public health emergency in response to the pandemic was declared under former president Donald Trump in January 2020 and has been renewed every 90 days since then. Trump declared a national emergency in March 2020 and it was renewed by President Joe Biden. More than 1.1 million Americans have died of Covid — but life has been gradually returning to normal as the pandemic eases and vaccination levels approach 70 percent of the population. A lifting of the national and public health emergencies will have a number of impacts: Why May 11? The Biden administration announced the May 11 date in response to an attempt by Republicans in … [Read more...] about US to lift COVID-19 emergencies – what happens next?

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Bitcoin BTC and cryptocurrencies have rocketed higher over the last week as the Silicon Valley Bank-led banking crisis sparks worrying hyperinflation fears . Subscribe now to Forbes' CryptoAsset & Blockchain Advisor and successfully navigate the bitcoin and crypto market rollercoaster The bitcoin price has added almost 50% since early March, helping the ethereum price and other cryptocurrencies rally, due to rising expectations the Federal Reserve will pivot from its hawkish stance in the face of slowing inflation and bank collapses . Now, Tesla billionaire Elon Musk has waded into the debate, sending a warning to U.S. president Joe Biden after the Federal Reserve raised interest rates again. It's at the beginning of a bull run you need up-to-date information the most! Sign up now for the free CryptoCodex — A daily newsletter for traders, investors and the crypto-curious that … [Read more...] about ‘Banks Are Melting’—Elon Musk Sends Warning To Joe Biden And The Fed Amid Wild Bitcoin, Ethereum And Crypto Price Swings

Each year, Frank Weishaupt, CEO of the AI-powered video conferencing solution provider Owl Labs, reviews last year’s calendar to see how he spent his time. The exercise can uncover areas that need improvement so you can be proactive with your priorities, he says. “Planning your weeks is incredibly important,” says Weishaupt. “Look at your activities and determine whether those activities match your goals. It’s a constant evaluation and optimization. If you’re not taking the time to do that, you know, you’re probably not using your time wisely.” Going into 2023, he decided to dramatically change how he schedules meetings. His first step was to make sure he was holding the right meetings. For example, some meetings had become routine, but they didn’t make sense anymore. If you’re not sure whether a meeting is worth holding or not, Weishaupt suggests flushing your calendar and starting over. “Then think about everything that’s coming your way,” he says. “I purged the … [Read more...] about It’s time to get intentional about what day of the week you hold meetings

MANILA –PLDT Inc. saw its net income plunge by 60 percent to P10.49 billion last year after incurring a P48-billion budget overrun, which the telecom giant attributed to “over orders” of 5G technology. Total revenues, meanwhile, were up 6 percent to P205.25 billion for the period. Service revenues climbed by 4 percent to all-time high P190.1 billion last year. “We are looking to increase our revenues by mid-single digit and capital expenditure will recalibrate to between P80 billion and 85 billion,” PLDT president and CEO Al Panlilio said. Capital expenditure amounted to P96.8 billion last year. “Despite the adversities, I remain convinced that PLDT will not only survive but thrive; our core business is strong and our people endured, inspired by our singular mission of safeguarding and enhancing shareholder value,” PLDT chair Manuel V. Pangilinan added. In the meantime, the telco maintains that no fraud or bad faith was involved in its P48-billion budget overrun that dragged … [Read more...] about PLDT 2022 net income down 60%

MOVING ON A forensic review of PLDT’s P48-billion budget overrun showed “no evidence of fraud,” says company chair Manuel Pangilinan. —INQUIRER FILE PHOTO MANILA, Philippines  -PLDT Inc. is ready to move on from the P48-billion budget overrun issue that dragged its 2022 net income and resulted in multiple class action suits in US as it wrapped up the investigation into the financial fiasco. The telco giant led by tycoon Manuel Pangilinan stressed that “no evidence of fraud, intentional concealment or bad faith conduct on the part of any employee of the company” has been uncovered from the forensic review conducted by external counsel, mirroring the initial probe done previously. The overspending concern was revealed in December, with the company admitting the amount has accumulated for a few years already. PLDT previously said the budget overrun was due to high capital expenditure (capex) level as it ramped up purchases of 5G technology. PLDT uncovers P48-B ‘budget overrun’, … [Read more...] about Capex fiasco slashed PLDT’s 2022 earnings by 60%

Nurse Na-anya lectures students, photo by Pattaya Mail. In a city known as a sex hub , Pattaya’s health officials sent a message to the city’s teenagers on Valentine’s Day (yesterday). Health officials urged Pattaya teens to practice safe sex on Valentine’s Day . In a lecture to students at a school, the Public Health Department’s Nurse Na-anya Jantrakard urged sexually active teens to use condoms, to avoid sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and unwanted pregnancies. Nurse Na-anya pointed out that although condom use has increased in recent years, many young people trust their partners too much without knowing if they are having sex with multiple partners. She said that even teens in serious relationships should wear condoms. Nurse Na-anya said that many civic groups advocate abstinence, but this approach has proven to be less effective than promoting safe sex, Pattaya Mail reported. Related news Bangkok Airways to launch Koh Samui – Hong Kong route … [Read more...] about Health officials urged Pattaya teens to have safe sex on Valentine’s Day

Bail assistance groups including the Northwest Community Bail Fund, Minnesota Freedom Fund and Bail Project recorded massive funding increases after George Floyd’s death, according to CNN. Multiple individuals bailed from prison with the organizations’ help were subsequently arrested for murder, the outlet reported. “The charitable bail funds, just by the nature of the enterprise, are going to be helping the riskier people,” Columbia University Associate Law Professor Kellen Funk told CNN. Nonprofit organizations dedicated to bailing criminal defendants out of jail received huge funding increases in 2020 following the death of George Floyd, but some of those they helped release allegedly committed murder afterward, according to CNN. Several bail groups got social media endorsements from famous figures like Vice President Kamala Harris, recording artist Justin Timberlake and actor Seth Rogen after Floyd was murdered by a Minneapolis police officer in May 2020 and protests … [Read more...] about Celebrity-Backed Bail Funds Freed People Who Allegedly Went On To Kill: REPORT