Created by President Jimmy Carter as a sop to the teachers‘ unions, the Department of Education has presided over huge declines in student academic performances and has played a vital role in politicizing formal learning at all levels. It is ...
The Bank of England has warned that escalating trade wars, geopolitical instability, and mounting global debt levels are amplifying risks to the UK’s financial system. Officials noted the country’s vulnerability due to its “open economy with a large financial sector,” ...
A government-supported group is being established to represent the UK’s mid-sized businesses, often overlooked despite their significant contribution to the economy. According to a NatWest report, these “unsung” firms could add an additional £115 billion to the UK economy by ...
Concerns are growing over Asda’s financial stability as the UK supermarket giant faces a £900 million repayment to its former owner, Walmart, by 2028. The repayment, which includes £500 million for Walmart’s remaining stake and £400 million in interest, has ...
Carlos Tavares, chief executive of automotive giant Stellantis, has stepped down with immediate effect following a reported fallout with the group’s chairman, John Elkann. The announcement comes just days after Tavares ordered the closure of Stellantis’ Vauxhall van factory in ...
BAE Systems, the UK’s largest defence company, is set to recruit a record 2,400 apprentices, undergraduates, and graduates next year, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing investment in workforce development. This intake will bring the total number of trainees ...
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has come under fire for its stringent regulation of the crowdfunding industry, which critics claim is stifling investment and cutting off vital funding streams for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The UK Crowdfunding Association (UKCFA) ...
Dr. Gary Schlarbaum, one of our generous supporters, has again offered to match donations received through December 9. For the last ten years, Gary has kickstarted our year-end campaign with his matching gift. He’s ready to match your gift today! ...
In a significant move to bridge the gap between elite sports and entrepreneurship, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has partnered with Alibaba.com to launch the fourth edition of the Athlete365 Business Accelerator programme. The initiative aims to equip current and ...
While it is tempting to think of state power as being maintained by sheer force, it still needs a “theological” justification, be it secular or religious. The US state is no exception. ...