A U.S. ban on the world’s most popular social media app would affect far more American businesses and people than just the 150 million using the platform here. C asey Evertsen drove down a suburban Utah street lined with trash bins, speaking into his phone’s camera as he gave a tour of the brightly-colored truck he uses for his garbage can-cleaning business. “If you like seeing dirty stuff get cleaned and watching how cool stuff works, follow along,” he said in the video shared on TikTok. “Let’s clean some bins!” Evertsen’s service, Bin Blasters , had for a whole year struggled to get traction through Facebook and Instagram. So taking a cue from his teenage daughter, he decided to try promoting it on TikTok instead. On his eighth video, just one month in, Evertsen “blew up.” "I went out and just started cleaning bins that day, started on our route, and I look at my phone like an hour later, and there's 17,000 views,” he recalled. “Then it just got in the millions.” … [Read more...] about How A TikTok Ban Would Deal A Blow To Creators, Businesses And The American Economy
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Kira Balinger denies third party accusations against her: I don’t run after men, they come to me
Image: Instagram/@kira_balinger Kira Balinger dismissed the allegations that she was the reason behind Kelvin Miranda’s split with his ex-girlfriend, social media personality Roselle Vytiaco, with the actress stressing that she does not steal or run after men, and that they just come to her. Earlier this year, Vytiaco exposed Miranda’s alleged infidelity with Balinger by showing a screenshot of the actors’ conversation. A part of the conversation showed Balinger’s supposed suggestive request to “take something off,” as well as Miranda’s alleged confession of his feelings for the actress. Balinger broke her silence on the issue in an interview with Philippine Entertainment Portal during the press conference of her upcoming film “Maple Leaf Dreams” last Tuesday, March 21. “Hindi po ako third wheel. Kung ano po ‘yung naging usapan nilang dalawa ng ex nila, wala po akong alam du’n, out na po ako du’n (I was not a third wheel. Whatever the two exes talked about, I know nothing … [Read more...] about Kira Balinger denies third party accusations against her: I don’t run after men, they come to me
Get high on life with The Joint – Bangkok’s hottest cannabis destination
PHOTO: The Joint Bangkok Have you heard about the latest buzz in Bangkok’s cannabis scene? Say hello to The Joint – the ultimate cannabis brand that’s been taking Bangkok by storm and capturing the hearts of even the most die-hard weed enthusiast. Let’s take a closer look at how this premium brand has quickly gained a massive following and quickly becoming the go-to destination for cannabis connoisseurs in the city. Meet the adorable pug greeter and the expert budtenders of The Joint Walking into The Joint on Soi Ruamrudee Bangkok is like entering a new world. First, the cutest pug in town awaits to give you a tail-wagging welcome and irresistible paw-shakes, ready to make you feel right at home and comfortable before you get lost in the haze. But the adorable furry greeter is just the start of the fun experience you’ll have at this premium cannabis and lifestyle brand. As you walk a little further inside the store, you’ll meet expert budtenders who know their … [Read more...] about Get high on life with The Joint – Bangkok’s hottest cannabis destination
Fraud Section Report Helps Companies’ Counsel Navigating DOJ’s Seas
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin DOJ’s 2022 Year In Review Report released last month not only recounts its Fraud Section’s activity and “accomplishments” for the preceding year, but also allows practitioners and in-house counsel responsible for helping companies and their executives navigate the shoals of corporate compliance anticipate the government’s likely future focus. This year’s Report first suggests that in the upcoming years DOJ will continue to focus on individual accountability for corporate malfeasance particularly in the area of financial fraud and market manipulation. In fact, the Report was released at the same time that DOJ leadership was commending the Department’s convictions of individuals such as Elizabeth Holmes and Sunny Bulwani . Second, the Report also foreshadows an increase in independent compliance monitorships in corporate resolutions, a practice previously avoided under a Trump-era policy . Again, public comments, including … [Read more...] about Fraud Section Report Helps Companies’ Counsel Navigating DOJ’s Seas
Swiss National Bank raises rates, says bank crisis stopped
Chairman Thomas Jordan of the Swiss National Bank (SNB) attends a news conference in Zurich, Switzerland, March 23, 2023. REUTERS/Denis Balibouse ZURICH -The Swiss National Bank raised its benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points on Thursday and declared that measures to support Credit Suisse had “put a halt to the crisis”. The central bank said that additional rate rises could not be ruled out and that it was willing to be active in the foreign exchange market if necessary. “The measures announced at the weekend … have put a halt to the crisis,” it said in a statement. “The SNB is providing large amounts of liquidity assistance in Swiss francs and foreign currencies.” The rates increase was the SNB’s fourth hike in succession as the central bank maintained its fight against Swiss inflation, which remains stubbornly outside the SNB’s target band of 0 -2 percent. “The growth outlook for the global economy in the coming quarters remains subdued,” said the SNB in a … [Read more...] about Swiss National Bank raises rates, says bank crisis stopped
Antisemitic Attacks Hit All-Time High In 2022, ADL Report Says
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
Forget about goal setting. Try these 5 strategies instead
Goal setting is one of those things that seems like it would be fundamental to success. If you’ve read any books or articles about getting ahead in your career or life, you’ve probably come across tips on setting goals (like SMART goal setting) so that you can successfully meet them. But setting goals may not be as relevant anymore, and there may be better alternatives to managing your career–and your life. Part of the reason goal setting may be becoming irrelevant is because of the speed of change and the volatility of the world. When everything is moving so fast and changing, the goals you set for yourself can become redundant. That said, it’s very powerful to imagine yourself succeeding in the future and focus on your preferred version of tomorrow. The key is to seek to be directionally accurate , knowing that things are constantly changing in a way you can’t always predict. Here are five effective ways to take charge of your career when you’re operating in … [Read more...] about Forget about goal setting. Try these 5 strategies instead
5 ways to cut down on meetings and make them more productive
There’s a common complaint in the workplace today: Employees’ schedules are often so packed with meetings that they have no time to do their actual jobs. Back in 2017, 71% of senior managers said that meetings were unproductive and inefficient; 65% reported that they got in the way of completing tasks. Since 2020, the problem has gotten worse. Research shows that with the rise of remote work, employees are spending more time in meetings and the workday has been extended by more than 45 minutes. This is unnecessary, and the good news is, it doesn’t have to be your team’s reality. I know this from experience. Running a $4-billion company with employees all around the world has forced me to rethink my approach to communication, and I encourage our leaders to do the same. By ensuring that every team has a deliberate, pared-down approach to meetings, we’ve increased productivity and boosted morale. Here are five strategies to help your team make the most of their … [Read more...] about 5 ways to cut down on meetings and make them more productive
Inflation shock puts Bank of England on course to raise rates again
Bailey, Governor of the Bank of England, attends the Bank of England Monetary Policy Report Press Conference, at the Bank of England, London, Britain, Feb 2, 2023. Yui Mok/Pool via REUTERS/File photo LONDON -The Bank of England is expected to raise interest rates for the 11th time in a row on Thursday after a surprise jump in inflation dashed speculation that it might have been about to take a pause. The BoE is trying to reconcile Britain’s weak economic outlook and recent worries about global banks with stubbornly high price growth, and is due to announce its latest decision on rates at 1200 GMT. Most economists had believed inflation was on course to fall steadily, after hitting a 41-year high above 11 percent in October. But Wednesday’s data showed inflation rose to 10.4 percent in February rather than continuing its descent and immediately turned Thursday’s announcement into an almost one-way bet on a quarter percentage-point increase in Bank Rate. UK inflation … [Read more...] about Inflation shock puts Bank of England on course to raise rates again
Mood-Enhancing Wellness Products You’ll Wish You Discovered Sooner
Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin While there’s no shortage of wellness products out there, the same old bath bombs and candles can get boring—not to mention they’re not always all that effective in encouraging deep relaxation. When you’re looking to add something new to your self-care routine, you want to find something that enhances your overall sense of wellbeing, but so many ads for wellness items pop up in our feeds without any guarantee of actually working. Thankfully, many innovative new products really can make an impact on our health and enhance our overall mood. The following unique wellness products deliver when it comes to achieving a sense of relaxation, greater health, and happiness. MindLax Sleeping & Meditation Mat, $399 Increasing alpha brain waves helps access states of relaxation—which is exactly what this MindLax Sleeping & Meditation Mat has been proven to accomplish. Using sound wave massage, the mat plays relaxing sounds … [Read more...] about Mood-Enhancing Wellness Products You’ll Wish You Discovered Sooner