Lee Anderson’s Islamophobia 101: how the Conservatives dodge responsibility for the prejudice that is rife in their ranks: Despite the furore, the recent attack on London mayor Sadiq Khan by the now-suspended Conservative MP Lee Anderson should come as no surprise. In much the same way, neither should we be surprised at prime minister Rishi …
Childcare reform: education is the responsibility of the state – care of young children should be too: Robert Kneschke/Shutterstock Parents face eye-watering costs for childcare in the UK. A part-time nursery place for a child under two sets parents in Britain back, on average, £7,134 a year. The government has put plans in place for …
Vinícius Júnior: La Liga and the Spanish media must both accept responsibility for the racism that shames football: During a recent La Liga football match between Real Madrid and Valencia, Vinícius Júnior threatened to leave the pitch after being racially abused by Valencia fans. This was the tenth incident of racist abuse levelled at the …
How changing banks’ corporate social responsibility reporting could prevent future financial failures: A company's internal structure can provide protection from external events. Andrey_Popov/Shutterstock The recent collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) – the failure of the biggest US lender since the 2008 global financial crisis – has created waves across the global banking system. The …
Vanuatu: why a chain of tiny Pacific islands wants an international court opinion on responsibility for the climate crisis: Mark and Anna Photography / shutterstock Small island states are losing their patience with big polluting nations as they suffer the devastating impacts of climate change. Without significant movement at the forthcoming COP27 climate talks in …
Russia’s denial of responsibility for atrocities in Bucha recalls 50 years of lies over the Katyn massacre: Ukrainian troops entering the city of Bucha, 25km north-west of the capital Kyiv, have reportedly found evidence of what appear to be horrific war crimes committed during the month-long occupation by Russian forces. Having forced the Russian troops …
Corporate sanctions against Russia indicate a new level of social responsibility: The war in Ukraine has resulted in many of the world’s biggest companies deciding to stop doing business with Russia. McDonald’s, IKEA, Apple are just some of the well known corporations making a stand. But why have they done this? After all, a famous …
Ukraine: the UN’s ‘responsibility to protect’ doctrine is a hollow promise for civilians under fire: Images of gaunt, exhausted faces of people fleeing bombardment and death once again dominate global news. From Mariupol to Irpin, Russian artillery attacks on Ukrainian civilians have kept them trapped in hell. Every day, the Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelensky pleads …
Afghanistan: what responsibility do other nations have towards people fleeing the Taliban?: With the Taliban back in Kabul, thousands of Afghan nationals who serviced the ousted government, the US and its allies are desperately attempting to seek asylum. Many attempted to board US jets at an airport in Kabul, some even clinging to the outside …
Why big pharma had a responsibility to profit from the pandemic: Shutterstock/Yalcin Sonat The pharmaceutical company Pfizer expects to earn up to US$ 26 billion (£18 billion) this year from the sale of its COVID-19 vaccine. Profits for the first quarter of 2021 are apparently 44% higher than they were a year ago. Similarly, Moderna …
South Africa in the news: Boucher takes ‘massive responsibility’ for SA’s series loss against Pak: South Africa head coach Mark Boucher has taken full responsibility for his side’s loss in the ODI and T20I series against Pakistan. Under Boucher’s tenure, the Proteas have lost eight of their 11 …: “South Africa” – BingNews SA variant …
South Africa in the news: I take full responsibility: Boucher on SA’s ODI, T20I series loss to Pak: South Africa cricket team head coach Mark Boucher has taken full responsibility for his side’s loss in the ODI and T20I series against Pakistan. “I am extremely hurt at the moment,” said the head …: “South Africa” …
South Africa in the news: You can’t always blame the coach, Bafana players must also take responsibility for Afcon failure, says Neil Tovey: JOHANNESBURG – Former Safa technical director Neil Tovey says Bafana Bafana’s players should also take blame for their shortcomings after they failed to qualify for the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations in …
South Africa in the news: You can’t always blame the coach, Bafana players must also take responsibility for Afcon failure, says Neil Tovey: JOHANNESBURG – Former Safa technical director Neil Tovey says Bafana Bafana’s players should also take blame for their shortcomings after they failed to qualify for the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations in …
How Nigerian banks empower women through corporate social responsibility: Bank buildings rise above the business district of Lagos. Banks must effectively communicate the impact of their engagement with women. Tim Graham/Getty Images Businesses are part of societies and successful businesses can create an environment that benefits their customers, employees, communities and shareholders. They do this …
Donald Trump: social media ban shows corporate responsibility can win out over profit: Following the January riot at the US Capitol in Washington, tech giants moved rapidly to “de-platform” Donald Trump, in a move that could well have hurt more than any impeachment could have. Social media was a key tool for the former US …
South Africa in the news: Queen had secret plan for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to live in Africa: Her Majesty wanted to offer both honour and responsibility to the couple… in the hope they would …: The suggestion, which was thought of in 2019, would have seen Harry and Meghan spend time in South …
South Africa in the news: Chinese FM stresses BRICS countries’ responsibility for international peace, global development: Wang made the remarks when attending the meeting of foreign ministers of BRICS on Friday via video link. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov presided over the meeting. Indian External Affairs …: “South Africa” – BingNews E-payments for the unbanked …