The White House press pool became a way to control journalists – Trump is taking this to new levels: The recently appointed White House press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, has begun her tenure combatively, aggressively defending the Trump administration’s policies and, at times, mimicking Donald Trump’s methods of dealing with the mainstream news media. Faced recently …
How to get control of your time: GoodStudio/Shutterstock You wake up at 7:00 and reflexively reach for your phone. Between the stream of emails, WhatsApps and breaking news alerts, you see a worrying reminder: you averaged 11 hours of daily screen time last week. You swipe the notification away and open TikTok, where a woman …
South Africa’s climate battle: mining district exposes gaps in emissions control: In South Africa, the new 2024 Climate Change Act requires local governments to plan responses to global warming. These local authorities should find ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions where possible, such as from their bus services, and reduce their use of electricity that …
Autocrats and cities: how capitals have become a battleground for protest and control: Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, the world’s longest reigning female political leader, fled Bangladesh on 5 August 2024 for the safety of India. Meanwhile, hundreds of thousands of protesters descended on Bangladesh’s capital city, Dhaka. The crowds ransacked her official residence, occupied the …
Rwandan-backed M23 rebel group seeks local power in DRC, not just control over mining operations: The violence wrought by the Rwandan-backed rebel group M23 Movement is often narrowly framed as intended to control eastern Democratic Republic of Congo’s resource-rich mining sites. The rebel group launched its most recent offensive in 2021 and currently controls vast …
UK ‘taking back control’ of its borders risks rolling back human rights protections: The High Court in Belfast has ruled that key elements of the UK’s Illegal Migration Act are incompatible with the Windsor framework and should not be applied in Northern Ireland. Once again, Northern Ireland appears to be a block on the Brexit …
African countries lost control to foreign mining companies – the 3 steps that allowed this to happen: Within a few years of independence, African governments asserted sovereignty over their metal and mineral resources. Prior to this, the resources were exploited by European mining corporations. Since the 1990s, transnational corporations have once again become the dominant …
Gadgets Guardian Angels: Control 4’s Festive Home Security Essentials: It’s that time of the year when families come together, and Christmas festivities begin. Often around the same time, personal safety and security becomes top-of-mind because of the increase in crime rates. Ensuring effective security measures during the festive season is crucial. With Control4, you can …
Israeli hostages may need to fight to regain a sense of control in their everyday lives – expert explains: What the Israeli hostages have had to go through is unimaginable. The trauma of that unexpected, barbaric attack by Hamas, the murder of loved ones, then being violently abducted and dragged down into tunnels deep underground …
Clever Control: The Rise of Smart Switches and Intelligent Lighting Solutions: In the age of smart homes and IoT (Internet of Things), the way we interact with our living spaces has transformed dramatically. Gone are the days when switches were just mundane devices used to turn lights on and off. Today, with the advent of …
The power of pink: how Barbie’s popularity is pushing back against Kremlin control of information: Underground screenings of the summer’s Hollywood blockbuster Barbie are now being shown around Russia, despite the film being frowned on by government officials. The fantasy comedy film, starring Ryan Gosling and Margot Robbie, is being shown at some Russian cinemas …
Even before deepfakes, tech was a tool of abuse and control: William Perugini/Shutterstock Of the many “profound risks to society and humanity” that have tech experts worried about artificial intelligence (AI), the spread of fake images is one that everyday internet users will be familiar with. Deepfakes – videos or photographs where someone’s face or …
Transform Your Home Experience with the Right Smart Home and Control System: Smart home technology is redefining how we live, turning our residences into intelligent spaces that make daily life easier and more enjoyable. From managing lighting to automating your entertainment systems, smart home technologies offer endless possibilities. However, choosing the right brand for your …
Comfort at Your Fingertips: Embracing Smart Climate Control: The essence of a home lies in its ability to offer comfort and solace. In today’s technologically advanced age, this comfort has been elevated to new heights with the introduction of Smart Climate Control. No longer are homeowners at the mercy of the unpredictable whims of Mother …
How disappearance became a global weapon of psychological control, 50 years on from Chile’s US-backed coup: For the few remaining women of Calama in Chile’s Atacama desert, September 11 holds a terrifying meaning. They understand the pain of watching forensic investigators meticulously scour through particles of dust, seeking to retrieve the tiniest fragments of lives …
Air traffic control chaos: how human error can lead a tiny glitch to spiral out of control: Several thousand passengers were stranded at airports, hotels and connection depots following the recent system-wide glitch of the UK air traffic control systems. Some passengers were told of flight cancellations in advance, so they could make alternative travel …
Five ways to take control of your menstrual cycle and improve your sports performance: Taking a proactive approach to your menstrual cycle can help promote your sports performance every day. Ground Picture/Shutterstock Menstruation is often seen as a negative experience, with symptoms that can be disruptive to daily life. Participation in sport and physical activity …
How tracking menopause symptoms can give women more control over their health: You can track your menopause symptoms by using an app, a dedicated website or a diary. Krotnakro/Shutterstock Menopause can cause more symptoms than hot flushes alone. And some of your symptoms and reactions might be due to the menopause, even if you are …