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The government is considering incorporating the "three zero" theory of Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus into Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Policymakers of the government have said it would be easy for the country to achieve the SDG targets by effectively applying the "three zero" theory at the public and private levels. Yunus has made a compelling call to world leaders to build a "World of Three Zeros" -- zero poverty, zero unemployment, and zero net carbon emissions. The Three Zero theory is an elective and popular model to ensure economic emancipation, create a workforce, and protect the environment in the present world, analysts said. The three-zero theory is a progressive social and economic outlook which engages the endeavour of youth, the use of technology, good governance and social business, they said. The Nobel laureate has been appreciated around the world for his three-zero theory. About the three zero theory, Principal Coordinator on SDG affairs Lamiya Morshed told BSS that the government is trying to integrate the theory with SDG targets. In this connection, a workshop with public and private officials has already been held. "We want to create awareness on the 'three zero' at all levels in the interest of sustainable development," she added. Mentioning that the theory is being considered in all activities of SDG implementation, Lamiya said Yunus did not want to impose the theory on the activities but the government aims to encourage people to apply it. So, she said, the government did not take any mega initiative on the theory except SDG implementation. While addressing the climate summit (COP-29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, the chief adviser stressed the need for creating a new life-style based on zero waste and zero carbon aiming to protect the planet from climate catastrophes. "In order to survive, we need to create another culture. A counter-culture, which is based on a different lifestyle. It is based on zero waste. It will limit consumption to essential needs, leaving no residual waste," Yunus told the summit. Prof Yunus said this lifestyle will also be based on zero carbon -- no fossil fuel but only renewable energy -- and this will be an economy based primarily on zero personal profit, for example on social business. According to Yunus if poverty, unemployment and carbon emissions can be reduced to zero, a new livable and free of worries world will be created.
Mountain America Credit Union Recognized by Utah Business as a Best Company to Work ForDr. Mehmet Oz , Donald Trump ‘s pick to run the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), has yet to be confirmed to the Cabinet position by a Senate he failed to join after a costly 2022 campaign . But his activity on social media over the Thanksgiving holiday suggests that he may continue to serve as pitchman for dubious miracle cures even when he’s in government. “Thanksgiving is a perfect excuse for practicing gratitude — which also happens to be a proven way to reduce stress,” Oz wrote on X, formerly Twitter , on Wednesday. “You can also reduce stress with adaptogens like ashwagandha from a trusted source like @iHerb. Happy Thanksgiving!” The post linked to an Instagram video with the same caption, in which Oz contends that adaptogens — substances derived from plants and mushrooms that have long been used in herbal medicine — may help with anxiety and fatigue. Oz’s own profile on X acknowledges that he is a “global advisor” to iHerb, which bills itself as the “leading online store dedicated to trusted health products.” The account also states that he’s a shareholder in the e-commerce company. A post shared by Dr. Oz (@dr_oz) Trained as a heart surgeon, Oz was a fixture on The Oprah Winfrey Show before hosting his own daytime series, The Dr. Oz Show , from 2009 to 2022. He ended the show to run as a Republican for a Senate seat representing Pennsylvania despite living in neighboring New Jersey for decades, and lost to now Sen. John Fetterman . Throughout his career, Oz has faced harsh criticism from medical experts for endorsing pseudoscience and his promotion of supplements including scam diet pills — which also saw him scolded by Republicans and Democrats alike in a 2014 Senate hearing . He’s earned tens of millions of dollar s as a spokesman for another supplement manufacturer that has been sued by its own investors and accused of functioning as a pyramid scheme. And as the Covid-19 pandemic raged, with his TV appearances guiding Trump’s response to the crisis, he touted hydroxychloroquine as a potentially effective treatment despite a lack of evidence to support the claim. It so happened that he owned shares in a company that supplies the drug. Editor’s picks The 100 Best TV Episodes of All Time The 250 Greatest Guitarists of All Time The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time The 200 Greatest Singers of All Time All of which means Oz fits right into the ensemble of Trump’s picks for top health positions, a veritable who’s who of medical misinformation super-spreaders. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , his selection for head of Health and Human Services, is an anti-vax conspiracy theorist who has suggested that vaccines cause Autism Spectrum Disorders and pushed many other bizarre and baseless health claims . Dr. Dave Weldon, set to take the reins at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, has in the past gone after its vaccine program and linked vaccines to autism. Trump has also tapped Stanford’s Dr. Jay Bhattacharya to be the director of the National Institutes of Health; the physician gained national stature as one author of a 2020 anti-lockdown manifesto that argued for allowing “those who are at minimal risk of death to live their lives normally to build up immunity to [Covid-19] through natural infection.” The proposal drew widespread condemnation from health organizations and medical experts. Dr. Marty Makary, nominated as Food and Drug Administration commissioner, questioned lockdowns and masking at the height of the pandemic and incorrectly predicted in February 2021 that the U.S. population would reach herd immunity by that April. Adaptogens like those Oz advertised to his millions of social media followers on Wednesday are, like all supplements, not regulated by the FDA. The evidence for their efficacy is rather weak , and they have potentially adverse side effects including allergic reactions, nausea, diarrhea, and the onset or worsening of psychiatric disturbances . It’s not clear if or how Oz will seek to disentangle his many and significant financial ties to pharmaceutical and health tech companies to avoid conflicts of interest as the administrator of CMS, which works closely with and regulates such companies . But for the moment, at least, it seems the TV doctor has no qualms about continuing to shill for the alternative medicine industry that made him a millionaire as he prepares to assume one of the most important jobs in public health.
Trailblazing model Dayle Haddon dies from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning NEW HOPE, Pa. The Canadian Press Dec 28, 2024 10:22 AM Dec 28, 2024 10:35 AM Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message NEW HOPE, Pa. (AP) — Dayle Haddon, an actor, activist and trailblazing former “Sports Illustrated” model who pushed back against age discrimination by reentering the industry as a widow, has died in a Pennsylvania home from what authorities believe was carbon monoxide poisoning. Authorities in Bucks County found Haddon, 76, dead in a second-floor bedroom Friday morning after emergency dispatchers were notified about a person unconscious at the Solebury Township home. A 76-year-old man police later identified as Walter J. Blucas of Erie was hospitalized in critical condition. Responders detected a high level of carbon monoxide in the property and township police said Saturday that investigators determined that “a faulty flue and exhaust pipe on a gas heating system caused the carbon monoxide leak.” Two medics were taken to a hospital for carbon monoxide exposure and a police officer was treated at the scene. As a model, Haddon appeared on the covers of Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Elle and Esquire in the 1970s and 1980s, as well as the 1973 Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue. She also appeared in about two dozen films from the 1970s to 1990s, according to IMDb.com, including 1994’s “Bullets Over Broadway,” starring John Cusack. Haddon left modeling after giving birth to her daughter, Ryan, in the mid-1970s, but then had to reenter the workforce after her husband's 1991 death. This time she found the modeling industry far less friendly: “They said to me, ‘At 38, you’re not viable,’” Haddon told The New York Times in 2003. Working a menial job at an advertising agency, Haddon began reaching out to cosmetic companies, telling them there was a growing market to sell beauty products to aging baby boomers. She eventually landed a contract with Clairol, followed by Estée Lauder and then L’Oreal, for which she promoted the company's anti-aging products for more than a decade. She also hosted beauty segments for CBS’s “The Early Show.” "I kept modeling, but in a different way," she told The Times, “I became a spokesperson for my age.” In 2008, Haddon founded WomenOne, an organization aimed at advancing educational opportunities for girls and women in marginalized communities, including Rwanda, Haiti and Jordan.' Haddon was born in Toronto and began modeling as a teenager to pay for ballet classes — she began her career with the Canadian ballet company Les Grands Ballet Canadiens, according to her website . Haddon's daughter, Ryan, said in a social media post that her mother was “everyone’s greatest champion. An inspiration to many.” “A pure heart. A rich inner life. Touching so many lives. A life well lived. Rest in Light, Mom,” she said. The Associated Press See a typo/mistake? Have a story/tip? This has been shared 0 times 0 Shares Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message More The Mix Hundreds gathered in Hong Kong for the city's first pyrotechnics drone show Dec 28, 2024 9:24 AM Olivia Hussey, star of the 1968 film 'Romeo and Juliet,' dies at 73 Dec 28, 2024 7:51 AM Hundreds gathered in Hong Kong for the city's first pyrotechnics drone show Dec 28, 2024 7:47 AM Featured FlyerThe 3 best automatic litter boxes of 2024, tested and reviewed
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By Kim Van Haren A captivating new art installation at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is garnering lots of attention with its four striking xgwélemc (fox) sculptures, inspired by a Secwépemc Stsptekwl: a traditional story or legend. These narratives are a crucial part of the Secwépemc’s oral tradition and play a key role in passing down knowledge and cultural values through generations. TRU commissioned celebrated local artist and proud alum Bill Frymire — who is of Métis, Plains Cree and Scottish settler descent — to create the sculptures. “Storytelling is always a big part of the work that I do, so I was happy to be part of this,” he says. This isn’t Frymire’s first artistic contribution to the campus. In 2016, he created an impressive 16-foot mosaic of local NBA star Kelly Olynyk , followed six years later by a tiled Diversitree that adorns the front of the Early Childhood Education Centre. The foxes join other Indigenous art installations on campus created by different artists, including the coyote sculpture atop the Brown Family House of Learning, the wolves in the roundabout on University Drive, the artwork on the Coyote Den student residence and the territorial marker near the elevator in Old Main. “The new fox sculptures, inspired by a Secwépemc legend, beautifully enhance our campus and highlight our ongoing Indigenization efforts at TRU,” says Tina Matthew, executive director of the Office of Indigenous Education. “They are a testament to our commitment to integrating Indigenous storytelling and perspectives into our community. As one of many Indigenous-inspired sculptures on campus, they play a crucial role in fostering cultural awareness and appreciation for the rich Secwépemc history that shapes our university.” New residents on campus Crafted from aluminum to ensure resilience, each 100-pound fox sculpture depicts various poses – crouching, leaping, jumping and landing – with progressively larger tails adorned with vibrant acrylic inserts. “I use aluminum a lot in my sculptures ... and I wanted something that’s going to last a very long time and look basically the same in 20 years as it does today.” Situated in the middle of the traffic circle near the Trades and Technology Building, the four foxes symbolize the cardinal directions: east, south, west and north. For the Secwépemc, the number four is a significant, powerful number as it is prevalent in Secwépemc Stsptekwll, songs, dances and other cultural practices. A plaque will be installed that relates a Secwépemc story of the foxes. Frymire dedicated a year to this ambitious project, navigating complex challenges that included ensuring precise angles came together properly and preventing the aluminum from warping during welding. Frymire credits his friend and sculptor William McAusland for creating the miniature models based on his drawings, welders James West and Mike Caldwell for providing their expertise, and leveraging his own background in computer graphics for the final design. “In a project of this size, it’s a communal effort. Everyone can be proud of what we’ve accomplished.” He says the installation aims to connect the TRU community with Indigenous stories and shows how public art can enhance our quality of life by encouraging us to learn more about the cultural stories woven into the landscape. “I think this will engage students and visitors to TRU,” he says. “They’ll learn a little bit more about the local Secwépemc people and history. It’s in one of the main roundabouts, so it’s something that you see from afar, and then as you get closer, you can see what’s happening here. Once there’s a plaque in place, visitors will be able to connect it with the Indigenous story. “The sculptures add interest to your daily walk and make it a more interesting place to be. And on subsequent visits, you’ll discover something new.” Learn how to pronounce xgwélemc (fox) with this audio file . Recording is by Ted Gottfriedson, Secwépemc cultural advisor for TRU.Sports Medicine Market Poised for Tremendous Growth from 2024 to 2032
Photo: The Canadian Press Activists participate in a demonstration for climate finance at the COP29 U.N. Climate Summit, Friday, Nov. 22, 2024, in Baku, Azerbaijan. In the wee hours Sunday at the United Nations climate talks, countries from around the world reached an agreement on how rich countries can cough up the funds to support poor countries in the face of climate change. It's a far-from-perfect arrangement, with many parties still deeply unsatisfied but some hopeful that the deal will be a step in the right direction. World Resources Institute president and CEO Ani Dasgupta called it “an important down payment toward a safer, more equitable future,” but added that the poorest and most vulnerable nations are “rightfully disappointed that wealthier countries didn’t put more money on the table when billions of people’s lives are at stake.” The summit was supposed to end on Friday evening but negotiations spiraled on through early Sunday. With countries on opposite ends of a massive chasm, tensions ran high as delegations tried to close the gap in expectations. Here's how they got there: What was the finance deal agreed at climate talks? Rich countries have agreed to pool together at least $300 billion a year by 2035. It’s not near the full amount of $1.3 trillion that developing countries were asking for, and that experts said was needed. But delegations more optimistic about the agreement said this deal is headed in the right direction, with hopes that more money flows in the future. The text included a call for all parties to work together using “all public and private sources” to get closer to the $1.3 trillion per year goal by 2035. That means also pushing for international mega-banks, funded by taxpayer dollars, to help foot the bill. And it means, hopefully, that companies and private investors will follow suit on channeling cash toward climate action. The agreement is also a critical step toward helping countries on the receiving end create more ambitious targets to limit or cut emissions of heat-trapping gases that are due early next year. It’s part of the plan to keep cutting pollution with new targets every five years, which the world agreed to at the U.N. talks in Paris in 2015. The Paris agreement set the system of regular ratcheting up climate fighting ambition as away to keep warming under 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 degrees Fahrenheit) above pre-industrial levels. The world is already at 1.3 degrees Celsius (2.3 degrees Fahrenheit) and carbon emissions keep rising. What will the money be spent on? The deal decided in Baku replaces a previous agreement from 15 years ago that charged rich nations $100 billion a year to help the developing world with climate finance. The new number has similar aims: it will go toward the developing world's long laundry list of to-dos to prepare for a warming world and keep it from getting hotter. That includes paying for the transition to clean energy and away from fossil fuels. Countries need funds to build up the infrastructure needed to deploy technologies like wind and solar power on a large scale. Communities hard-hit by extreme weather also want money to adapt and prepare for events like floods, typhoons and fires. Funds could go toward improving farming practices to make them more resilient to weather extremes, to building houses differently with storms in mind, to helping people move from the hardest-hit areas and to help leaders improve emergency plans and aid in the wake of disasters. The Philippines, for example, has been hammered by six major storms in less than a month , bringing to millions of people howling wind, massive storm surges and catastrophic damage to residences, infrastructure and farmland. “Family farmers need to be financed," said Esther Penunia of the Asian Farmers Association. She described how many have already had to deal with millions of dollars of storm damage, some of which includes trees that won't again bear fruit for months or years, or animals that die, wiping out a main source of income. “If you think of a rice farmer who depends on his or her one hectare farm, rice land, ducks, chickens, vegetables, and it was inundated, there was nothing to harvest,” she said. Why was it so hard to get a deal? Election results around the world that herald a change in climate leadership, a few key players with motive to stall the talks and a disorganized host country all led to a final crunch that left few happy with a flawed compromise. The ending of COP29 is "reflective of the harder geopolitical terrain the world finds itself in,” said Li Shuo of the Asia Society. He cited Trump's recent victory in the US — with his promises to pull the country out of the Paris Agreement — as one reason why the relationship between China and the EU will be more consequential for global climate politics moving forward. Developing nations also faced some difficulties agreeing in the final hours, with one Latin American delegation member saying that their group didn't feel properly consulted when small island states had last-minute meetings to try to break through to a deal. Negotiators from across the developing world took different tacks on the deal until they finally agreed to compromise. Meanwhile, activists ramped up the pressure: many urged negotiators to stay strong and asserted that no deal would be better than a bad deal. But ultimately the desire for a deal won out. Some also pointed to the host country as a reason for the struggle. Mohamed Adow, director of climate and energy think tank Power Shift Africa, said Friday that “this COP presidency is one of the worst in recent memory,” calling it “one of the most poorly led and chaotic COP meetings ever.” The presidency said in a statement, “Every hour of the day, we have pulled people together. Every inch of the way, we have pushed for the highest common denominator. We have faced geopolitical headwinds and made every effort to be an honest broker for all sides.” Shuo retains hope that the opportunities offered by a green economy “make inaction self-defeating” for countries around the world, regardless of their stance on the decision. But it remains to be seen whether the UN talks can deliver more ambition next year. In the meantime, “this COP process needs to recover from Baku,” Shuo said.TRYNGOLZATM (olezarsen) approved in U.S. as first-ever treatment for adults living with familial chylomicronemia syndrome as an adjunct to diet
Data analytics firm Palantir Technologies and defense tech company Anduril Industries have partnered to use defense data for artificial intelligence training, the companies said on Friday. The partnership will leverage Palantir's AI platform to structure, label and prepare defense data for training to deploy those models onto national security systems, while Anduril's systems will aid in the retention and distribution of government defense data. Companies across sectors have increasingly shifted focus toward AI to automate their workflows. However, its application in defense is still nascent, as data needed to train models in the sector is sometimes sensitive. "U.S. companies are developing world-leading models but struggling to deploy them at scale with government partners for defense applications," the companies said. The partnership comes days after Anduril announced a partnership with ChatGPT-maker OpenAI aimed at developing and deploying advanced AI solutions for national security missions. Founded in 2017, Anduril offers autonomous solutions across a wide range of defense operations and also has experience automating robotic systems in tactical areas. Palantir, one of the largest beneficiaries of the GenAI boom, has seen strong spending from governments and rising demand for its software services from businesses looking to adopt the technology.
Imposing pet passports for dogs, cats and ferrets to travel from one part of the UK to another has been branded an “outrage” at Westminster. The condemnation came as the House of Lords debated regulations paving the way for a scheme which would require animal lovers on the British mainland to have documentation in order to visit Northern Ireland. Critics view the move as further evidence of Northern Ireland still having to follow EU rules post-Brexit and being treated differently from the rest of the UK – a major source of contention to the unionist community. The paperwork, which will be free to apply for, includes a declaration that the owner will not travel onwards to Ireland or another EU country with their pet or assistance dog. Animals will have to be microchipped and have their own individual pet travel document, which will be valid for its lifetime. Northern Ireland residents returning after a stay in Great Britain with their pet or assistance dog will not need a travel document. The scheme is being introduced under the Windsor Framework, a revised deal for Northern Ireland’s post-Brexit trading arrangements aimed at tackling issues caused by the protocol. Raising her concerns in Parliament, Baroness Hoey, a Northern Irish Brexit supporter and former Labour MP, said: “These regulations are in effect about a new aspect of the Irish Sea border that has not had expression until this point because of the grace periods.” She added: “The experience of visiting Northern Ireland with your pet dog or cat, or even a ferret, will be made to feel like a visit to a foreign country. Lady Hoey went on: “This could spell the end of holiday trips for pet owners from GB to NI and then on to the Republic, when they want to explore both Northern Ireland and the Republic. “If they have a pet passport, they will have renounced their right to go to the Republic. That makes the border more of an obstruction than having border control posts on it, because at least in that eventuality, you could still cross over it.” Rejecting claims it was a result of the UK leaving the EU, she said: “The reality is that this is happening precisely because Northern Ireland has not got Brexit. “As we say repeatedly, it is still subject to EU rules and the EU could change the rules overnight.” Former DUP deputy leader Lord Dodds of Duncairn said: “Every one of the statutory instruments that come forward under the Windsor Framework must be properly debated, because these laws are being brought forward to implement what a foreign jurisdiction has decided should be the law of the United Kingdom. “In the 21st century, we should not accept colonial rule. We abolished it elsewhere. We believe it should not be tolerated for one second. People should have the democratic right to decide their laws for themselves, in their interests.” He added: “The ridiculous part about this debate is that we are having to debate European laws regulating the movement of pet animals owned by British citizens between one part of the United Kingdom and another. That is an outrage.” Lord Dodds went on: “As I said, there will be hundreds, thousands more of these regulations, in all areas, affecting the daily lives of people in Northern Ireland. They all add up to a grievous assault on Northern Ireland’s constitutional position.” But former leader of the Social Democratic and Labour Party (SDLP) Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick said: “I support the Windsor Framework because it is a necessary legal device to deal with the complexities that were presented to us in Ireland, north and south, on the issue of Brexit. “We need a pragmatic solution rather than choosing to have political contests and duels simply for the sake of them.” Introducing the regulations, environment minister Baroness Hayman of Ulloch said: “This scheme will simplify the requirements associated with moving pet dogs, cats and ferrets from Great Britain to Northern Ireland significantly. “It replaces single-use animal health certificates with a free-of-charge lifelong travel document and removes the need for costly pet health treatments. “Pet owners who travel frequently with their pets, or those who rely on the services of an assistance dog to travel independently, will benefit substantially from this change in approach.” However, she acknowledged the concerns raised by peers and promised to continue engagement with them.ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 24th Nov, 2024) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of COMEX, Amar A. Babood during his recent to , underscored the importance of strengthening the economic and cultural ties between and . In an interview with APP, Babood emphasized the shared history, culture, and potential that bind the two nations and also focussed on expanding trade, interactions, and collaborative initiatives, "This is my first to , and I’ve had the opportunity to both and ," said Babood. "We are close neighbors, with just an hour's distance , and we a deep connection in history, society, and culture. We have been following ’s developments closely, and now, we are looking to deepen our and diplomatic relations." COMEX, one of ’s leading organizations in the ICT sector, has long been eyeing for its untapped potential. The two countries, despite having a robust cultural connection, have seen relatively low trade volumes, which Babood believes is an area ripe for growth. " and have a lot to offer each other," he added. "There is great potential, particularly in sectors like ICT, where has impressive expertise. ’s Vision 2040 underscores the importance of working closely with global partners to unlock these opportunities, and we are eager to explore ways we can collaborate with ." Oman is already working closely with the Embassy in to facilitate business-to-business interactions, with a focus on expanding trade in key areas such as ICT, , and tourism. Babood also highlighted the ongoing GCC-Pakistan Free Trade negotiations, which are expected to create new avenues for bilateral trade and investment. " is committed to fostering an environment of open trade and . With the introduction of policies like 100% foreign ownership in certain sectors, we are positioning ourselves as an attractive destination for global investors," Babood said. "In , we see a unique opportunity to tap into a vast and growing , especially with its strong agricultural and tourism sectors. We are also exploring joint ventures that will benefit both countries." During his trip, Babood attended the IDEAS Expo 2024, where he interacted with ministers for Energy, Science and , as well as various entrepreneurs. The provided valuable insights into new trends, especially in sectors like AgriTech, which Babood sees as a key area for future cooperation. " is making significant strides in AgriTech, and can learn a great deal these innovations," he remarked. "Likewise, ’s tourism sector is evolving rapidly, with a growing emphasis on sustainable tourism and the protection of indigenous culture. There’s potential for collaboration in cultural tourism, which will benefit both our nations." Oman is also increasingly focused on green energy, particularly solar power and green hydrogen, as part of its commitment to renewable energy. Babood mentioned that while is a late developer in the renewable energy sector, it has made substantial in solar energy and is now prioritizing green hydrogen as a critical area of focus. "We believe that green hydrogen will play a major role in the future of energy, and is keen to explore this sector further," he explained. "Our investment tools are designed to make it easier for businesses to enter these emerging sectors, which will contribute to both national and regional sustainability goals." Looking ahead, Babood reaffirmed ’s strategic role in fostering cooperation across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and beyond. He pointed out that ’s diplomatic ties with various nations, including and , allow it to play a vital role in resolving regional conflicts and fostering peace. "As a nation, values its neutrality and diplomatic relations. We are proud to be a bridge between nations, fostering peace, stability, and prosperity in the region," Babood concluded. "We look forward to continued cooperation with , as we work together to realize the untapped potential in trade, , and culture." COMEX is a leading Omani specializing in information and communication (ICT). With a focus on fostering innovation and digital transformation, COMEX is committed to building bridges between businesses and governments to drive economic growth and technological advancement in and beyond.Major League Soccer to pause games during 2026 World Cup
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