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Does AI actually boost productivity? The evidence is murky
There’s been much talk recently – especially among politicians – about productivity. And for good reason: Australia’s labour productivity growth sits at a 60-year low. To address this, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has convened a productivity...
Nigel Green’s mid-year market outlook
The first half of 2025 has delivered record highs in global equity markets—but that headline masks a far more nuanced and fragmented reality. The MSCI All Country World Index has climbed nearly 10% year-to-date, reaching a record on July 4. Yet...

Wall Street is higher and airlines surge on a stronger outlook from Delta
Delta surged 13.2%, bringing other airlines along with it, after beating Wall Street’s revenue and profit targets. The Atlanta airline also gave a more optimistic view for the remaining summer travel season than it had just a couple months ago....

News from the world of Education: July 11, 2025
Handloom Hackathon 2025 The Development Commissioner (Handlooms), Ministry of Textiles is hosting a Handloom Hackathon in collaboration with IIT-Delhi and National Design Centre. The aim is to Dates: August 2 and 3 Venue: Research and Innovation...

Ferrero seals the deal: Iconic candy giant to acquire Kellogg in bold breakfast move
Acquisition supports Ferrero’s portfolio expansion and growth in North America by adding WK Kellogg Co.’s highly complementary, iconic cereal brands, serving consumers across more occasions throughout the day LUXEMBOURG and BATTLE CREEK, Mich.,...

Morgan State’s ‘Goalkeepers’ spotlights African Diaspora on the soccer field during World Cup
By Brian Simpkins AFRO Intern Morgan State University’s School of Global Journalism and Communication (SGJC) has a new show, “Goalkeepers,” an international-focused soccer podcast and video cast series with weekly episodes broadcast on Fridays....
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Oprah's Italian Airport Look Is the Ultimate Summer Travel Uniform
Oprah Winfrey was spotted in Venice wearing an airport-ready travel look. The star wore a matching set, a style also worn by Martha Stewart. Monochrome sets are a must-have for your summer loungewear collection. It’s officially hit-the-road...

Italian band bring music of The Cranberries back home
Dolans Warehouse will welcome The Lizberries this Saturday, 5 July, for a special performance celebrating the music of The Cranberries. Formed in Milan, The Lizberries began as an original band before finding their true voice in 2012 as a tribute...

Coin Avoids Final Liquidation After Green Light for Capital Increase
Coin is entering a new phase. The Italian department store company has received approval from the Court of Venice that will allow it to carry out a capital increase of more than €30 million, Milano Finanza reported. Despite the fact that the new...

Gayle King sparks confusion at Sun Valley's 'billionaire summer camp' after string of controversial appearances
On Tuesday, CBS News anchor Gayle King arrived at what has been dubbed as 'billionaire summer camp,' also known as Allen & Co.'s annual leadership retreat in Sun Valley, Idaho - but many appear confused about why she is attending. The event...

Inside Viktor Orbán’s Failure to Achieve His Demographic Goal
Prime minister Viktor Orbán has long said that he would like to grow the population of Hungary without bringing in immigrants. In recent years, however, not only has the number of births fallen, but the number of people leaving the country has...

Ex-public works officials says in lawsuit he was falsely accused of being in the mob
A former Maplewood Township official who was charged with bid-rigging and terminated from his position in 2023 has filed a lawsuit after the charges were dismissed. Cesare Riccardi, 50, of Hawthorne, who served as superintendent of public works,...

Sarina Bolden reveals ACL injury, vows to return stronger
Philippine women’s football team star Sarina Bolden bared on Thursday that an ACL injury sustained a few months earlier caused her to miss the recent AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers. In a lengthy social media post, Bolden said she’s been going...

Brussels Risks Prioritising Symbolism Over Substance in Cloud Procurement
In its push for digital sovereignty, the European Commission is reportedly planning to replace Microsoft Azure with the French cloud provider OVHcloud or another European alternative. But this move, while politically symbolic, would be costly. Far...

U.S. Hits U.N. Hamas Apologist With Sanctions
Secretary of State Marco Rubio came out with sanctions against the United Nations Human Rights Council Special Rapporteur to Palestine, Francesca Albanese, this week. Rubio, in a post on X, stated that the sanctions are a result of her...

NFL correspondent Sal Paolantonio makes final decision over ESPN retirement after 30 years on network
EXPERIENCED NFL reporter Sal Paolantonio has put off retirement and signed a two-year extension with ESPN. Paolantonio is about to reach 30 years with the network, with the extension set to carry him through to May 2027. 2 Paolantonio's stellar...

Queen Camilla 'thanked Novak Djokovic for Montenegro villa stay' during Wimbledon visit
10 July 2025 Queen Camilla thanked Novak Djokovic for allowing her to stay at his property in Montenegro. Queen Camilla paid a visit to Wimbledon earlier this week The 77-year-old royal visited Wimbledon on Wednesday (09.07.25) and chatted with...
Forza Campioni, a bocce league for special needs athletes, kicks off season at South Beach (photos)
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.— On a warm Wednesday evening at South Beach, roughly 15 bocce teams gathered not just to kick off their 16 week-season, but to celebrate community, inclusion and the spirit of teamwork. Forza Campioni — meaning “Strength of...

UK And Ukraine To Sign Historic Agreement
More than 5,000 missiles for air defense systems are planned to be delivered under the contract. The UK and Ukraine will sign a historic agreement to supply thousands of air defense (air defense) missiles from Thales. The signing will take place...

The U.S. Joined The "Coalition Of The Resolute" Meeting For The First Time
1 It's about General Kellogg and two senators. The meeting of the "Coalition of the resolute", designed to guarantee a long-term ceasefire in Ukraine, on Thursday was attended for the first time by representatives of the United States. This...