Keeping fit and healthy can seem like a chore, especially when you have to squeeze into a busy work week. Eating well, for example, is usually one of the first victims of a hectic schedule – spending time cooking is easily replaced by a drive-thru takeout. When it comes to […]
Working from home has almost become the norm in some industries, and with that comes the issue of cyber security. While some remote employees use dedicated Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), others rely solely on their browsers to protect information. In addition, there are many more people who use the Internet […]
Richer countries failed to keep a $100 billion-a-year pledge to developing nations to help them achieve their climate goals, according to an analysis by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, or OECD. $83.3 billion in climate financing was given to poorer countries in 2020, a 4% increase from the […]
It’s no secret that cryptocurrency is on the rise. A hundred years ago the concept of digital money would have been dismissed as lunatic eccentricity, but in this year it’s looking more and more like crypto will overtake traditional currency in the not-so-distant future. In a speech earlier this year, […]
The dramatic increase in remote working has raised many questions among both employers and employees. While some enjoy working from home, others struggle with the lack of structure. From a company’s point of view, however, the real demands of managing employees without a dedicated office space have been eye-opening. Many […]
A decade or two ago, going to the movies to see a blockbuster film was the highlight of the week. Now, watching releases on the big screen has largely been replaced by snuggling up on the couch with a laptop, your favorite series, and some (homemade) popcorn. Choosing the best […]
The probate process can be tough for everyone involved. In most cases, you are grieving a loved one, and dealing with legal documents and court dates can be especially difficult. It may seem overwhelming to deal with an estate, no matter how large or small it is. Debts must be […]
Entrepreneurs who are just starting out, or those who have already started running a small business, may question if they need different professionals such as a business lawyer, or a tax accountant, or if they can just handle things on their own. There are, in fact, many legal tasks business […]
Arab foreign ministers on Wednesday reappointed a veteran Egyptian diplomat as the secretary general of the Cairo-based Arab League, Egypt’s state-run news agency reported. Ahmed Aboul Gheit, a former ambassador to the United Nations and Egypt’s last foreign minister under ousted president Hosni Mubarak, won the backing of the Arab […]
Transitioning from an office-based culture to one where the majority of the team works remotely is difficult in several ways. There may be tremendous new concerns to handle, and it’s critical to check in with employees who are having difficulties working from home. However, the shift to all-remote teams may […]
