The FCA has finalized its new consumer duty regime for UK firms, set to start in July 2023 with transitional provisions. The first implementation milestone for relevant firms is October 31, 2022. The bulletin offers a snapshot of the regime, detailing its requirements and timing.

The American premiere of the German opera 'Jonny spielt auf' is analyzed as a Jim Crow translation, where the original modern staging featuring a Black jazz musician named Jonny was altered by the Metropolitan Opera in New York. The production under Giulio Gatti-Casazza introduced blackface, reflecting American racial anxieties and a history of minstrelsy. Despite Ernst Krenek's intention to highlight Black modernity, the American production's promotion and proposed revisions demonstrated the power of racialist regimes over cultural production and reinforced the colour line.

Singlefile Wines' single-vineyard pinots showcase the diverse sub-regions of Western Australia's Great Southern region, an area still undervalued for its viticulture. Patrick Corbett, the proprietor, emphasizes the importance of sub-regionality in appreciating these wines, noting that only 22sqkm of the vast 40,000sqkm region, comparable in size to Switzerland, is planted with vineyards.

The Wangolina 2023 Sauvignon Blanc from Limestone Coast, South Australia, is praised for its expressive, fragrant, and refreshing qualities. With notes of lemon verbena, passionfruit pulp, and grapefruit, it offers a light and bright taste with plenty of fruit, fresh cut hay, and a crisp, dry finish. It is considered a crowd-pleaser and a well-made sauvignon blanc, receiving a score of 90/100.

Paul Edwards from DC World interviews director Matt Reeves about his upcoming film 'The Batman'. Reeves discusses his vision for Batman as the world's greatest detective and his unique partnership with Jim Gordon, likening it to Woodward and Bernstein's investigative work. He emphasizes the detective aspect of the story, drawing inspiration from classic detective tales and aiming to present a fresh take on Batman and Gordon's relationship. The film, featuring Robert Pattinson as Batman, is set to release in cinemas on March 4th.

The Green Bay Packers secured a dramatic victory over the San Francisco 49ers in a Sunday night game described as one for the ages. Despite injuries and a less experienced offensive line, the Packers, led by Aaron Rodgers, overcame a one-point deficit with 37 seconds left to win with a 51-yard field goal by Mason Crosby. The game featured a mix of fantastic plays, blunders, and controversial calls. Davante Adams made crucial catches after a heavy hit, and the Packers' defense, including Rashan Gary and rookie Eric Stokes, applied consistent pressure on 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo. The Packers now lead the North with a 2-1 record.

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the deep social and economic inequities faced by indigenous peoples globally, with a disproportionate impact on these communities despite their geographical isolation. Indigenous populations, who make up significant percentages of the population in countries like the US, Canada, Australia, and South America, are more vulnerable due to factors such as high poverty rates, lower life expectancy, and pre-existing health disparities. The pandemic's spread within these communities is facilitated by factors such as poor access to healthcare, inadequate living conditions, and cultural practices. Effective pandemic control measures for indigenous communities include preventing disease introduction, effective surveillance, containment, mitigation measures, and culturally informed public health messaging.

Elgton Jenkins, selected with the 44th pick in the 2019 NFL draft by the Green Bay Packers, has proven to be a valuable player despite initial skepticism from fans. His versatility across the offensive line positions, especially after taking over for an injured Corey Linsley against the Colts, has been a key factor in the Packers' offensive success. Jenkins' performance has sparked discussions about him being the best Packer draft pick in the last decade, a period that includes notable players like David Bakhtiari, Kenny Clark, and Davante Adams.