Giovanni Albanese is a journalist based in Turin, Italy.

Szczesny chooses irony: 'Red card for Milik is fair. Just like for Berardi and Malinovskyi...'

28 Jan 2024  |  www.gazzetta.it  |  Italian  |  Refereeing Decisions

Wojciech Szczesny, with his characteristic irony, commented on Arkadiusz Milik's red card in the Juve-Empoli match, comparing it to similar incidents involving Domenico Berardi and Ruslan Malinovskyi. Szczesny highlighted the inconsistency in refereeing decisions, referencing past matches against Sassuolo and Genoa. Despite acknowledging Milik's mistake, Szczesny emphasized the unity of the team and their efforts to win even with ten players. The article also touches on Massimiliano Allegri's frustration with subjective VAR decisions.

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Marco Babic is a journalist based in Pfäffikon, Switzerland specializing in economics, central banks and statistics. Also translating from German into English.

An Unforeseen Development in the GAM CEO Search

05 Oct 2023  |  www.finews.com  |  English  |  Asset Management

The Swiss asset manager GAM is undergoing a leadership change as Elmar Zumbuehl, a veteran of the company, is nominated to become CEO following the withdrawal of Randel Freeman due to family circumstances. The investor group NewGAMe and Bruellan, which controls 9.6 percent of GAM's share capital, is committed to providing financial stability, with Rock Investment SAS offering up to 100 million Swiss francs in funding. Regulatory approvals are being sought to allow NewGAMe to hold up to 30 percent of GAM's share capital, with initial approval already received from the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority.

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Busani Bafana is a journalist based in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.

Discrimination, a Killer of Dreams for People Affected by Leprosy

01 Feb 2024  |  www.primanews.org  |  English  |  Social Issues

People affected by leprosy, such as Sode in Ethiopia and Kofi Nyarko in Ghana, face severe discrimination that hinders their access to education, employment, and social inclusion. The Global Appeal 2024 aims to end stigma and discrimination against those with leprosy, with support from the WHO and the Nippon Foundation. WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and Nippon Foundation chair Yohei Sasakawa emphasized the need for political commitment and public awareness to eliminate the disease. Despite being curable, leprosy continues to cause hardship and isolation due to discrimination. The Sasakawa Leprosy (Hansen’s Disease) Initiative's 'Don't Forget Leprosy' campaign, along with various organizations and individuals, are working towards a world free of leprosy-related discrimination.

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Tom Barclay is a sports journalist based in London, United Kingdom. He covers Premier League football for The Sun, Britain's biggest newspaper.

From Luton to Lecce, young midfielder Ed McJannet has joined the Irish invasion hoping to take Italy by storm

01 Oct 2023  |  The Sun  |  English  |  Sports Transfers

Ed McJannet, a 19-year-old midfielder, has transitioned from Luton in the Championship to Italian side Lecce, embracing the challenges of a new culture and language. He joins a growing number of Irish players in Italy, encouraged by friends who have had positive experiences. McJannet is adapting to the tactical focus and intense training schedule in Lecce, while also learning Italian and adjusting to the local cuisine and climate. His goal is to integrate fully and earn a spot in the first team.

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Christian Borys is a Canadian journalist who splits his time between Canada, Ukraine, and Poland.

Hybrid Land Vehicles Are the Future of Special Forces Operations

01 Oct 2023  |  www.vice.com  |  English  |  Special Forces Operations

The article discusses the future of special forces operations with a focus on hybrid land vehicles, particularly stealth bikes, being developed by DARPA and Logos Technologies. These vehicles are designed to enhance the mobility and stealth of special forces units like Task Force Black, a joint British and American unit. The article highlights the effectiveness of these technologies in covert operations against ISIS in Iraq and Syria, emphasizing the importance of innovation in military technology for future conflicts.

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British SAS DARPA US Defense Department American Special Forces Task Force Black Task Force 145 Navy SEAL Team 6 Delta Force MI6 CIA's Special Activities Division

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I am a hard working and result-oriented multilingual journalist with six years of experience in European news coverage. Enthusiastic about telling human stories behind politics. Covering the activities of the EU institutions and beyond with a marked focus on migration, climate change, women’s ...

Epidemiology and Risk Factors for Nosocomial Infections in Left Ventricular Assist Device Recipients

17 Feb 2024  |  www.mdpi.com  |  English  |  Cardiology

The study describes the epidemiology and risk factors for nosocomial infections in adult patients who underwent continuous-flow LVAD implantation between January 2010 and December 2017 in Turin, Italy. It found that 50% of patients experienced at least one infection, with a higher prevalence of Gram-negative bacilli, including multidrug-resistant strains. Length of ICU stay was a significant risk factor for infection. The study suggests that nosocomial infection rates in LVAD patients are associated with the length of ICU admission, and the infections are mainly due to Gram-negative bacilli, with a high rate of multidrug-resistant strains.

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AOU Sassari University of Turin Tufts University School of Medicine Città della Salute e della Scienza University Hospital

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I am a photographer and multi-platform visual journalist primarily covering South and Southeast Asia.
At the moment, I'm based In Ireland.
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Aljazeera English, CNN.com, The Bangkok Post, Dumbo Feather, ESPN the Magazine, The Hollywood Reporter, The Independent (UK), ...

How US gun culture stacks up with the world

26 Oct 2023  |  localnews8.com  |  English  |  Gun Laws

The United States has a unique gun culture with the highest number of civilian guns per capita, according to the Small Arms Survey. Despite high rates of gun-related deaths, including suicides and mass shootings, and evidence suggesting stricter gun laws could reduce these incidents, political reform remains stalled. Other countries like Australia, New Zealand, and the UK have successfully implemented stricter gun laws following mass shootings, leading to a decrease in gun deaths. The article discusses the impact of US gun laws on violence, the political divide on gun control, and the influence of the gun lobby.

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Small Arms Survey (SAS) US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) National Shooting Sports Federation Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Center for American Progress

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Avi Gopani is an Erasmus Mundus Journalism masters student. She is currently working as an independent journalist, interested in travel, cultural and political journalism.

The rise of surveillance start-ups in India

01 Oct 2023  |  analyticsindiamag.com  |  English  |  Privacy Concerns

India's burgeoning IT industry is seeing a rise in surveillance start-ups, driven by advancements in AI and computer vision technologies. Companies like Staqu, with their Jarvis solution, are making significant strides in surveillance capabilities, including violence detection and facial recognition. Despite the benefits, these technologies raise significant privacy concerns, especially in the absence of robust legal frameworks like the PDP bill. Other notable start-ups include iVIS, Videonetics, Innefu Labs, and FaceTagr, which are also contributing to the surveillance landscape. Government initiatives like the Hackathon DRISHTI aim to leverage these technologies for border security, highlighting the dual-edged nature of surveillance tech in India.

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Sashastra Seema Bal NASSCOM Telangana government UP government IIT-B NCETIS SrivisifAI Technologies Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology

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James Jackson is a multimedia journalist based in Berlin, Germany. 

James is a self-starting media professional who is comfortable writing news, specialist reports dispatches, op-eds and features. A native English speaker, he is fluent in German and Spanish and covers Central Europe for outlets ...

SAS Rogue Heroes series 2 review — these men make the Dirty Dozen look like wimps

31 Dec 2024  |  www.thetimes.com  |  English  |  Military History

SAS Rogue Heroes series 2 is a provocative exploration of heroism and psychopathy during wartime, focusing on the character of Irish firebrand Mayne, played by Jack O’Connell. The series delves into moral complexities, such as leaving British soldiers to die during a mission, and contrasts Mayne's impulsive nature with his superior, Bill Stirling's, more thoughtful approach. The show is praised for its celebration of tough masculinity and compelling character portrayals, despite some superfluous elements.

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Andrew Jehring is a journalist based in London, United Kingdom.

Return our 'looted' treasures, Chinese TikTok warriors tell Prince William and Kate Middleton's Norfolk neighbours after claiming 106-room stately mansion is full of Qing Dynasty antique valuables

30 Oct 2023  |  This is Money  |  English  |  Historical Artifacts

Houghton Hall, a 106-room mansion in Norfolk, is under scrutiny from Chinese internet sleuths who claim it contains Qing Dynasty antiques looted by the Sassoon family. The estate, owned by David Cholmondeley, denies these allegations, stating that the items were legally acquired by the Walpole family in the 18th century. The controversy has sparked a debate on social media, with users highlighting the historical context of the Sassoon family's wealth and their role in the opium trade. The estate maintains that the items were made for export to Europe and not looted.

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I have worked as a senior editor on, and contributor to, several specialist B2B publications focusing on global energy dynamics as well as geopolitics for more than a decade.

I received my BA (Hons) in Journalism from Edinburgh Napier University in 2006 and, shortly thereafter, entered the ...

Bound By Emojis: Accepting A Contract In The Digital Age

17 Jul 2023  |  www.mondaq.com  |  English  |  Digital Communication

The Saskatchewan Court of King's Bench ruled that a 'thumbs up' emoji can meet the requirements for an electronic signature and form a valid contract, as demonstrated in South West Terminal Ltd. v Achter Land. This decision aligns with the Electronic Information and Documents Act, 2000, and reflects the court's acceptance of evolving digital communication methods. The British Columbia Supreme Court similarly recognized email signatures as electronic signatures under the Electronic Transactions Act. These cases highlight the legal recognition of non-traditional forms of agreement in the digital age and suggest that Canadian courts are adapting to technological changes.

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Christopher Lee is a journalist based in London, United Kingdom. Former BBC Defence Correspondent, Arms Control, Moscow Correspondent and Royal Correspondent. Fellow in Contemporary History Emmanuel College Cambridge. Defence Adviser to British Forces Broadcasting Service. Defence & Foreign Affairs ...

Royals league win streak hits 15

31 Jul 2023  |  www.sasktoday.ca  |  English  |  Sports

The Marysburg Royals extended their league winning streak to 15 games with victories over the Saskatoon Stallions and the Saskatoon Smokin' Guns. Key players like Brody Frerichs, Nick Anderson, and Brent Puetz were instrumental in these wins. The team is now preparing for the Senior AA Tier 1 provincial championships in Regina.

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Periodista Multimedia de Noticiero Hechos, Canal 12, El Salvador.
Corresponsal de la Voz de América.

Roma remonta y avanza en Copa de Italia, habrá clásico ante Lazio

04 Oct 2023  |  www.excelsior.com.mx  |  Spanish  |  Copa de Italia

Roma secured a 2-1 victory over Cremonese to advance to the quarterfinals of the Copa de Italia, where they will face Lazio in a derby. Frank Tsadjout initially put Cremonese ahead, but goals from Romelu Lukaku and Paulo Dybala turned the game around. Atalanta also advanced by defeating Sassuolo and will face AC Milan in the next round. Inter de Milán and Nápoles were eliminated in earlier rounds. The final quarterfinal spot will be decided in the match between Juventus and Salernitana.

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Sarah MacDonald is a journalist based in Saskatoon, Canada.

Sixties’ Scoop survivor receives Honorary Doctorate of Laws

13 Jun 2023  |  www.sasktoday.ca  |  English  |  Health

Sharon Jinkerson-Brass, a Sixties’ Scoop survivor and Elder from The Key First Nation, received an Honorary Doctor of Laws from the University of Saskatchewan for her work in Indigenous wellness, health research, and community organization. Despite facing racism and trauma, she turned her healing into positive action, bringing traditional teachings and ceremony to Indigenous people, particularly those with HIV and hepatitis C. Her work has had profound impacts on research and community building, and she has served as an Elder and board member for various organizations. Jinkerson-Brass, also a filmmaker and artist, plans to retire in The Key First Nation, where her son is a band council member.

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Farai Shawn Matiashe is an award-winning journalist based in Mutare, Zimbabwe who writes for various international media outlets including Aljazeera (Qatar), CNN International (UK) the Thomson Reuters Foundation (UK), Vice World News (UK), The Africa Report (France), Euronews (UK) and Quartz Africa ...

Jailed Buyanga in critical condition

17 Feb 2025  |  The Southern Eye  |  English  |  Health Concerns

Frank Buyanga Sadiqi, a businessman detained in South Africa, is reportedly in critical health condition due to alleged unlawful detention and procedural irregularities. His lawyers argue that his detention violates legal mandates and accuse the South African authorities, including the Hawks and SAPS, of abuse of power. Despite offering bail, Buyanga remains in custody, with his legal team calling for his immediate release and a review of his case. The situation has drawn attention to potential miscarriages of justice and has prompted appeals to human rights organizations for support.

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I am a veteran freelancer journalist. I started journalism in 1990. I initially wrote on leisure and sports then I diversified to also include business reporting and science. I nearly specialized in maritime but other topics I am capable of handling including climate change among other ...

Chitosan Biocomposites with Variable Cross-Linking and Copper-Doping for Enhanced Phosphate Removal

16 Jan 2024  |  MDPI  |  English  |  Chitosan Biocomposites

The study presents the development and characterization of chitosan biocomposite beads with variable copper ion doping and cross-linking using glutaraldehyde for enhanced phosphate removal from water. Three distinct methods were used to fabricate the beads, which were then characterized using various techniques such as FTIR, NMR, XPS, SEM, and TGA. The results showed that non-cross-linked Cu-imbibed beads exhibited the highest affinity for phosphate removal. The study highlights the potential of these biocomposites as sustainable and cost-effective adsorbents for water remediation, particularly in mitigating eutrophication.

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University of Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture Canadian Agriculture Partnership Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada

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Vanja Popovic is a journalist based in Beograd, Serbia.

Tallinn receives bid to privatise Nordica

14 Oct 2024  |  www.ch-aviation.com  |  English  |  Financial Performance

Nordic Aviation Group, operating as Nordica, is moving towards privatization with an investor submitting a bid. Despite financial challenges, including a significant loss in 2023, the company has shown improved performance in 2024, reducing flight cancellations and increasing profitability. The termination of a major contract with SAS Scandinavian Airlines has prompted Nordica to seek new partnerships and markets. The company is optimistic about securing 75% of its capacity for the Winter 2024/2025 season and continues to implement cost reduction and efficiency measures. A business plan has been approved by an investor group, indicating potential for future growth and stability.

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Manish Raj is a journalist based in New Delhi, India.

Jawan killed, four injured in Maoist attack in Jharkhand’s Dumka

08 Oct 2023  |  Hindustan Times  |  English  |  Security Forces

A central police force personnel was killed and four others injured in a suspected Maoist attack at Kathalia village in Jharkhand’s Dumka district. The attack targeted a joint team of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) and state police. SSB commandant Sanjay Gupta identified the deceased as Niraj Chetri from Assam, while Constable Rajesh Rai was seriously injured and airlifted to Ranchi. Three other soldiers are receiving treatment at a government hospital in Dumka.

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Mina Rzouki is a European Football journalist based in London, United Kingdom.

Inter Milan beat Lazio to Champions League berth AC Milan to Europa League Crotone relegated

01 Oct 2023  |  ESPN.com  |  English  |  Serie A

Inter Milan secured the final Champions League spot with a 3-2 victory over Lazio, who only needed a draw. Lazio led 2-1 at halftime, but a penalty by Mauro Icardi and a late header by Matias Vecino sealed the win for Inter. Lazio's rivals Roma won 1-0 against Sassuolo. SPAL and Cagliari avoided relegation, sending Crotone to Serie B after their 2-1 loss to Napoli. AC Milan thrashed Fiorentina 5-1 to secure a Europa League group stage place. Other results included wins for Udinese and Chievo.

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Godfrey Sigwela is a well experienced freelance journalist with an experience of about 20years. He has covered a diverse range of stories, from sports analysis, sports stories, politics, municipal news, socio-economic stories, educational content to including feature stories and entertainment.

Locals warned against using homemade concoctions to treat snake bites

01 Oct 2023  |  www.sapeople.com  |  English  |  Medical Advice

South Africa faces a critical shortage of snake anti-venom, prompting warnings against using homemade treatments for snakebites. Professor Timothy Hardcastle from the National Snakebite Advisory Group advises against traditional methods like sucking or burning the wound, emphasizing the importance of seeking immediate medical care. Despite the scarcity of antivenom, some supplies are still available, and medical assessment remains crucial. An open letter to the Minister of Health calls for urgent intervention to address the antivenom shortage.

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Jerome is The Times Africa Correspondent, based in Nairobi. Before that he lived in Afghanistan and worked for various newspapers and broadcasters.

Rogue drone pilots could face life in prison amid crackdown to protect spy bases

23 Dec 2024  |  The Sun  |  English  |  National Security

The UK government has enacted emergency powers to protect US military bases from rogue drone pilots, who could face life imprisonment if found guilty of sabotage for a foreign power. This move follows unexplained drone sightings at several US Air Force bases in the UK, raising concerns of potential Russian-backed sabotage. The Transport Secretary, Louise Haigh, has imposed exclusion zones over 11 military sites, allowing the Ministry of Defence to use national security powers for investigation and prosecution. The Civil Aviation Authority has introduced flying restrictions for drones near these bases, emphasizing national security concerns.

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Tatira Zwinoira is a journalist based in Harare, Harare Province, Zimbabwe.

Government forgets everything and learns nothing from history

12 Oct 2024  |  The Zimbabwe Independent  |  English  |  International Relations

The article criticizes the Zimbabwean government's involvement in international projects linked to corruption and fraud, highlighting cases involving Errol Gregor and CQC Impact Investors LLC. It underscores the need for transparency and accountability, referencing past investigative reports like Al Jazeera's 'Gold Mafia'. The piece also discusses Zimbabwe's efforts to improve its international image through public relations firms, despite ongoing human rights concerns. The narrative suggests a pattern of governmental oversight failures and calls for internal reform.

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GSA & Co SAS The Sentry United States Department of Justice CQC Impact Investors LLC Al Jazeera Kepler Karst BTP Advisers Mercury International Limited Ballard Partners Avenue Strategies

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