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Why Becoming a Data-Driven Organization Is So Hard

Being data-driven has been a priority for companies for decades — but many have seen mixed results. Why? According to a new survey of executives, company culture is a harder hurdle to clear than any technical problem. On top of that, the continuing explosion of the amount of data and growing concerns over privacy and data ownership keep making the task harder. The author offers three principles to help companies achieve their goals.

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Disney braces for further walkouts as employees express discontent with CEO Bob Chapek
Disney braces for further walkouts as employees express discontent with CEO Bob Chapek
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Analysis: The Ukraine war is now a 'bloody stalemate'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is issuing his most fervent appeal yet for ceasefire talks with Vladimir Putin, but the so-far immovable Russian President is delivering a ruthless response by escalating atrocities against civilians.


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Texas firefighters have battled 175 fires in the past week that have burned nearly 95,000 acres, officials say
Texas firefighters have battled 175 fires in the past week that have burned nearly 95,000 acres, officials say
Firefighters in Texas are working to protect people and homes as 175 wildfires have burned nearly 95,000 acres across the state in the past week, the state's forest service said Sunday.


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The Nasdaq is down more than 10% this year. Here are Wall Street's top picks to buy the dip
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Germany agrees gas deal with Qatar to help end dependency on Russia
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Video: Retired Gen. Petraeus explains how Ukrainians are taking out Russian generals
Video: Retired Gen. Petraeus explains how Ukrainians are taking out Russian generals
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Zelenskyy compares Russia's invasion to Holocaust in a plea to Israel for support
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with Israeli lawmakers about his impatience with Israel as it mediates negotiations between Russia and Ukraine.


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This founder creates playbooks for women who want to advance their careersheres her best advice
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Big food automation is making its way to Main Street's menu
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Kyiv says no question of surrender in Mariupol after Russia sets 5am deadline
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Wales introduces ban on smacking and slapping children
Wales introduces ban on smacking and slapping children
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Oligarch Roman Abramovich's $50 million Colorado mansion could become a sanctions target
Oligarch Roman Abramovich's $50 million Colorado mansion could become a sanctions target
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Russia is risking the creation of a splinternetand it could be irreversible
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Overcome the 'Urgency Addiction' to Become the Leader Your Team Needs
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A General Fights to Destigmatize Mental Health Issues: Theres a Shame if You Show Weakness
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Trucker Protest Moved by More Than Opposition to Covid Mandates
Trucker Protest Moved by More Than Opposition to Covid Mandates
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Chinese official calls sanctions on Russia increasingly 'outrageous'
Chinese official calls sanctions on Russia increasingly 'outrageous'
A senior Chinese government official said on Saturday that sanctions imposed by Western nations on Russia over Ukraine are increasingly "outrageous".


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Where Jazz Lives Now
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Brazil Lifts Its Ban on Telegram After Two Days
Brazil Lifts Its Ban on Telegram After Two Days
Brazils Supreme Court blocked Telegram on Friday. The messaging app then responded with measures to fight misinformation, and the court quickly lifted its ban.


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The Battle for Kyiv Looms as a Long and Bloody Conflict
Ukraines capital is the biggest prize of all for the Russian military. If Russia tries to take control, it could lead to one of the biggest urban conflicts since World War II.


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Los Angeles schools will stop requiring masks in an agreement with the teachers' union.
Los Angeles schools will stop requiring masks in an agreement with the teachers' union.
The nations second-largest public school district, which had held out even after the state dropped its mandate, will continue to strongly recommend masks in classrooms.


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'Reassuring' data suggests the J&J vaccine may still have a role to play against Covid-19
The US public and even some health experts may have underestimated the Covid-19 vaccine made by Janssen, a division of Johnson & Johnson, new data shows. And there's emerging evidence that it could still play an important role ahead.


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Labrador retriever tops American Kennel Club's annual list of most popular dog breeds
Labrador retriever tops American Kennel Club's annual list of most popular dog breeds
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War Brings Out Solidarity and Defiance in Ukrainians Who Remain
War Brings Out Solidarity and Defiance in Ukrainians Who Remain
About two million people have stayed in Kyiv, a population galvanized by a newfound unity and its refusal to be cowed by Russian invaders.


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In Iraq's Mosul, art springs up from ruins almost 5 years after the ouster of ISIS
In Iraq's Mosul, art springs up from ruins almost 5 years after the ouster of ISIS
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'Maury' ends a 30-year-run, marking the closure of an era
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More than 900 civilians have died in Ukraine. The true number is likely much higher
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Australia bans the export of aluminum ores to Russia
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She wanted to spend time with a friend. She became 1 of 2 people killed in a shooting
She wanted to spend time with a friend. She became 1 of 2 people killed in a shooting
Journalist Sierra Jenkins was at a restaurant and bar in Norfolk, Va., when shots rang out. She was caught in the crossfire. Three others were injured in the shooting.


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Launch of .au domains will allow Australians to drop .com from web addresses
Launch of .au domains will allow Australians to drop .com from web addresses
People who can demonstrate they or their business have a connection to Australia will be able to purchase new domain from Thursday


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Russia-Ukraine war: what we know on day 25 of the invasion
Putins forces have bombed art school sheltering 400 civilians in Mariupol, according to citys council


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US likely to see Covid cases rise from Omicron subvariant, Fauci says
Bidens chief medical adviser also says the US is clearly going in the right direction on the pandemic


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New Toshiba chief says predecessors didn't understand digital
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Why Ethereum is switching to proof of stake and how it will work
Why Ethereum is switching to proof of stake and how it will work
One of the worlds biggest blockchains is testing a new way to approve transactions. The move has been many years in the making but doesnt come without risks.


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Kanye West Reportedly Pulled From Performing At Grammys Over Concerning Online Behavior
Kanye West Reportedly Pulled From Performing At Grammys Over Concerning Online Behavior
The 44-year-old rapper and designer was temporarily banned from Instagram earlier in the week for directing a racial slur at comedian Trevor Noah.


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5 Keys to Writing Engaging Email Content that People Will Actually Read
Every day, many of us receive promotional emails from businesses that we have interacted with or purchased from. The vast majority of these emails go unread, and lists become unsubscribed. This article will look at the benefits of email marketing, and how startups can write engaging email content that drives sales rather than sitting in []


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The Best Leaders Arent Afraid to Ask for Help
Acknowledging your weaknesses can be a show of strength.


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South Korea's ruling party seeks redemption with female voters
South Korea's ruling party seeks redemption with female voters
After election loss, Democrats tap young activist to help rebuild, boost appeal


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7 Best Apps That Can Help You Practice Mindfulness
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What is the Strategic Petroleum Reserve?
What is the Strategic Petroleum Reserve?
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How to Decide Whether to Relocate for a Job
How to Decide Whether to Relocate for a Job
Its a big decision, both professionally and personally.


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The Cheating Scandal That Ripped the Poker World Apart
The Cheating Scandal That Ripped the Poker World Apart
Mike Postle was on an epic winning streak at a California casino. Veronica Brill thought he had to be playing dirty. Let the chips fall where they may.


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China Faces Its Worst COVID-19 Outbreak Since Wuhan
China Faces Its Worst COVID-19 Outbreak Since Wuhan
Soaring numbers pose a severe test for the country's zero-COVID strategy, but authorities are doubling down


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Opinion | Whos Unhappy With Schools? The Answer Surprised Me.
Opinion | Whos Unhappy With Schools? The Answer Surprised Me.
Most parents say theyre satisfied with their childrens education.


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Not smart but clever? The return of 'dumbphones'
Not smart but clever? The return of 'dumbphones'
Why sales of very basic mobile phones, without apps and internet connection, are increasing.


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Cost of living: One in five expect to go into debt this year, survey says
Cost of living: One in five expect to go into debt this year, survey says
Nearly half of people surveyed expect to use up savings to cover rising living costs, a debt charity finds.


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Saudi Aramco ramps up investment to boost production
Saudi Aramco ramps up investment to boost production
The state energy firm Saudi Aramco said it would increase investment after profits more than doubled in 2021.


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Looking to reduce your carbon footprint and make money? This ETF focuses on going green in more ways than one
Looking to reduce your carbon footprint and make money? This ETF focuses on going green in more ways than one
Run by DWS Group, the Emerging Markets Carbon Reduction and Climate Improvers ETF (EMCR) invests in public companies that are reducing their carbon footprints.


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'Extremely awkward': Bob Chapek and Bob Iger had a falling out, they rarely talk and the rift looms over Disney's future
'Extremely awkward': Bob Chapek and Bob Iger had a falling out, they rarely talk  and the rift looms over Disney's future
Former Disney CEO Bob Iger chose Bob Chapek to succeed him, but their relationship soured quickly, and the pressure is on Chapek to show he's right for Disney.


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Zelensky: 'I'm ready for negotiations' with Putin, but if they fail, it could mean 'a third World War'
Zelensky: 'I'm ready for negotiations' with Putin, but if they fail, it could mean 'a third World War'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday that he's "ready for negotiations" with Russian President Vladimir Putin but warned that if they fail "that would mean that this is a third World War."


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The conditions are ripe for peace. Biden should seize the moment
The conditions are ripe for peace. Biden should seize the moment
Russia and Ukraine have been talking, but negotiations would benefit from a leader such as President Joe Biden facilitating the process, Nick Dowling writes. Strong US leadership is essential to the cause of peace, he says.


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Mallorca Travel Industry Targets Wealthy Scandinavian Tourists
Mallorca Travel Industry Targets Wealthy Scandinavian Tourists
A delegation from Mallorca visited Scandinavia earlier this month in the hope to lure tourists back from the wealthy region with a focus on sustainable tourism.


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Justice Clarence Thomas hospitalized 'after experiencing flu-like symptoms'
Justice Clarence Thomas hospitalized 'after experiencing flu-like symptoms'
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas was admitted to Sibley Memorial Hospital in Washington, DC, on Friday evening "after experiencing flu-like symptoms," the court's public information office said Sunday evening, but he does not have Covid-19.


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The World Trade In Wine 2020: Imports Falling
The World Trade In Wine 2020: Imports Falling
Which are the world's biggest wine importers? The USA is, of course, high in the rankings both for volume and value. But wine imports declined in 2020.


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Body of woman found in Lake Michigan identified as missing transgender rights advocate
Body of woman found in Lake Michigan identified as missing transgender rights advocate
The body of a woman found in Lake Michigan on Thursday has been identified as missing transgender rights advocate Elise Malary, officials in Illinois say.


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3 people were injured in Ocean Drive shooting during crowded Spring Break weekend
3 people were injured in Ocean Drive shooting during crowded Spring Break weekend
A shooting in Miami Beach left three people injured amid a packed Spring Break weekend.


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Trevor Noah had nothing to do with Kanye West's Grammys performance being canceled, says source
Trevor Noah had nothing to do with Kanye West's Grammys performance being canceled, says source
Kanye West has been pulled from performing at this year's Grammys due to "concerning online behavior," three sources close to the artist confirmed to CNN.


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All-Black women's World War II unit to be awarded Congressional Gold Medal
All-Black women's World War II unit to be awarded Congressional Gold Medal
An all-Black Women's Army Corps unit that sorted millions of pieces of mail in unheated warehouses during World War II will finally be awarded a Congressional Gold Medal decades after the fact.


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Analysis: Inside Russia, a campaign gathers steam against fifth columnists and life under the 'Z'
Analysis: Inside Russia, a campaign gathers steam against fifth columnists and life under the 'Z'
Look at Moscow through the lens of Russian state television, and everything seems to be going swimmingly for President Vladimir Putin.


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Biden will visit Poland following NATO summit on Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Biden will visit Poland following NATO summit on Russia's invasion of Ukraine
President Joe Biden will travel to Poland on Friday, where he will meet with President Andrzej Duda, White House press secretary Jen Psaki said in a statement Sunday evening.


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Inside the Kyiv junkyard that recycles Russian weapons for Ukrainian forces
Inside the Kyiv junkyard that recycles Russian weapons for Ukrainian forces
The sound of rockets launching in the distance breaks the silence of an otherwise quiet morning in Kyiv. In this particular instance, the rockets the Ukrainian military is using to target Moscow's invading troops are actually Russian.


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Russian Soldiers Took Their City, Then Their Homes
Russian Soldiers Took Their City, Then Their Homes
As Russian forces pushed toward Kyiv, they stormed an apartment complex in a nearby suburb and held residents hostage. Some of it was caught on camera.


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Can Eric Adams Cheerlead New Yorkers Past the Pandemic?
Can Eric Adams Cheerlead New Yorkers Past the Pandemic?
The mayor is singularly focused on bringing back New York Citys economy, now that coronavirus cases have dropped.


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Rare snake found in Alabama for just the second time in 60 years
Rare snake found in Alabama for just the second time in 60 years
For only the second time in more than 60 years, the elusive Eastern indigo snake has slithered into Alabama.


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'Basic Instinct' at 30: A Time Capsule That Can Still Offend
'Basic Instinct' at 30: A Time Capsule That Can Still Offend
The erotic thriller starring Michael Douglas and Sharon Stone was a big hit that set off protests in its day, and its easy to see why even now.


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Opinion | It's Now Putin's Plan B in Ukraine vs. Biden's and Zelensky's Plan A
Opinion | It's Now Putin's Plan B in Ukraine vs. Biden's and Zelensky's Plan A
Russias strategic choices could become increasingly frightening to the West.


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Hong Kong will lift its bans on flights from nine countries.
Hong Kong will lift its bans on flights from nine countries.
Carrie Lam, the chief executive, announced the measures on Monday. She also reduced the time for quarantine to seven days from 14.


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Religion-Fueled Mobs on the Rise Again in Pakistan
Religion-Fueled Mobs on the Rise Again in Pakistan
The recent lynching of a man accused of burning pages from a Quran underscored Pakistans leading status as a site of religious violence.


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Journalist Marina Ovsyannikova On TV Protest: 'It's Putin's War, Not Russian People's War'
Journalist Marina Ovsyannikova On TV Protest: 'It's Putin's War, Not Russian People's War'
The editor, who rushed onto a live state-run broadcast to protest propaganda, said she was partly trying to show that many Russians are against the war.


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Mitch McConnell Slaps Down Pro-Putin GOP Lawmakers As 'Lonely' Fringe
Mitch McConnell Slaps Down Pro-Putin GOP Lawmakers As 'Lonely' Fringe
"I wouldn't pay much attention to them," the Senate minority leader said when asked about Reps. Madison Cawthorn and Marjorie Taylor Greene.


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Trevor Noah Defends Kanye West After Grammys Ban
Trevor Noah Defends Kanye West After Grammys Ban
The rapper was barred from performing at the awards show following disturbing online behavior toward Noah, Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson.


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Zelenskyy Calls Mila Kunis, Ashton Kutcher With Thanks For Raising Millions For Ukrainians
Zelenskyy Calls Mila Kunis, Ashton Kutcher With Thanks For Raising Millions For Ukrainians
They are a star couple who sincerely believe in us, in our victory, in our future," Zelenskyy said during a statement to his nation with updates about the invasion.


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'The Batman,' Still No. 1, Crosses $300 Million
'The Batman,' Still No. 1, Crosses $300 Million
The Batman is still going strong three weeks into its theatrical run, with a tight grip on the top spot at the box office.


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Gutsy Lone Biker Holds Up 'Mighty' Truck Convoy In Hilarious Video
Gutsy Lone Biker Holds Up 'Mighty' Truck Convoy In Hilarious Video
"Im sorry, I cant hear you its too loud," bicyclist mocks when motorist asks why he's not getting out of the way.


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Car Runs Into Carnival Revelers In Belgium, Killing 6 People
Car Runs Into Carnival Revelers In Belgium, Killing 6 People
Ten additional people sustained life-threatening injuries after a car driving at high speed slammed into revelers in the town of Strepy-Bracquenies, authorities said.


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The best way to lead in uncertain times may be to throw out the playbook
The best way to lead in uncertain times may be to throw out the playbook
Rather than follow a rigid blueprint, executives must help organizations focus on sensing and responding to unpredictable market conditions.


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China has fully militarized three islands in South China Sea, US admiral says
China has fully militarized three islands in South China Sea, US admiral says
John C Aquilino says Beijing is flexing its military muscle by arming isles with fighter jets, anti-ship systems and other military facilities


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Health experts predict uptick in U.S. Covid cases due to new BA.2 variant
Health experts predict uptick in U.S. Covid cases due to new BA.2 variant
Officials say the new BA.2 Covid variant is about 50% to 60% more transmissible than omicron, but it does not appear to be more severe.


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For spring break season, here are the top 10 beaches in the U.S. and in the world
For spring break season, here are the top 10 beaches in the U.S.  and in the world
Your next trip could be to the best beach in the world. Check out the top 10 beaches across the globe and in the U.S., according to a 2022 Tripadvisor ranking.


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Biden administration rules Myanmar army committed genocide against Rohingya
Biden administration rules Myanmar army committed genocide against Rohingya
Secretary of State Antony Blinken will announce the decision on Monday at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C.


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Shocked: Geelong ensemble of disabled actors wins one of the worlds richest theatre prizes
Shocked: Geelong ensemble of disabled actors wins one of the worlds richest theatre prizes
Back to Back wins DK2.5m Ibsen prize for their exciting, unsettling and thought-provoking work


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David Beckham hands Instagram account to Ukrainian doctor in Kharkiv
David Beckham hands Instagram account to Ukrainian doctor in Kharkiv
Unicef ambassadors 71.5m followers shown tenacious perinatal work with pregnant women and newborns in besieged city


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US not optimistic about Ukraine talks as Zelenskiy ups pressure on Biden
US not optimistic about Ukraine talks as Zelenskiy ups pressure on Biden
Ukraine president raises specter of third world war as Biden is pressed to increase military aid ahead of Nato visit


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Soaring Nickel Will Drive Tesla, EV Players to Do This With Batteries
Soaring Nickel Will Drive Tesla, EV Players to Do This With Batteries
Inflation is hitting the electric vehicle supply chain as the prices for metals that go into batteries soar. It isn't all bad news, though. Inflationary pressure will drive EV makers to innovate faster.


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British-Iranian Morad Tahbaz moved from prison in Iran to hotel room
British-Iranian Morad Tahbaz moved from prison in Iran to hotel room
Conservationist detained since 2018 left behind when Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe and Anoosheh Ashoori released


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Average house price in Great Britain exceeds 350,000 for first time
Average house price in Great Britain exceeds 350,000 for first time
Asking prices up 1.7% in March, biggest monthly rise for this time of year in 18 years, according to Rightmove


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Would you want ex-WeWork CEO Adam Neumann on your board of directors?
Would you want ex-WeWork CEO Adam Neumann on your board of directors?
The question is whether he's learned from his investors' mistakes.


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Raise benefits and pensions to help lower earners, thinktank tells Rishi Sunak
Raise benefits and pensions to help lower earners, thinktank tells Rishi Sunak
Resolution Foundation says pegging benefits to inflation will target help to needy better than scrapping NI rise


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Chinese article urging country to cut ties with Putin gets 1m views
Chinese article urging country to cut ties with Putin gets 1m views
Essay on US site republished in China before being censored, reflecting balancing act between Russia and west


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China requires Microsoft's Bing to suspend auto-suggest feature
China requires Microsoft's Bing to suspend auto-suggest feature
China requires Microsoft's Bing to suspend auto-suggest feature


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Liz Cheney does not regret vote against Trump Ukraine impeachment
Liz Cheney does not regret vote against Trump Ukraine impeachment
January 6 committee member splits from fellow Republican Adam Kinzinger but says first impeachment informs panels workUkraine live coverage


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Sorry, Investors, You Cant Buy the Dip Anymore
Sorry, Investors, You Cant Buy the Dip Anymore
There are reasons you might be tempted to buy the dip, but investors cant count on the Federal Reserve to help them out.


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Flow of Ukrainian refugees testing limits of central Europe's capacity
Flow of Ukrainian refugees testing limits of central Europe's capacity
Flow of Ukrainian refugees testing limits of central Europe's capacity


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ECB will react to second-round inflation effects
ECB will react to second-round inflation effects
ECB will react to second-round inflation effects - Handelsblatt


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U.S. to Declare That Myanmar's Military Committed Genocide
U.S. to Declare That Myanmar's Military Committed Genocide
The Biden administration had been weighing the legal designation for the bloody campaign against members of the Rohingya, a minority ethnic group.


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At Harvard, Ketanji Brown Jackson Fought Injustices but Kept a Steely Academic Focus
At Harvard, Ketanji Brown Jackson Fought Injustices but Kept a Steely Academic Focus
A look at Judge Ketanji Brown Jacksons career as a Harvard student shows her early passion for justice, and her strong sense of identity.


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The 9/11 Trial: Why Are Plea Bargain Talks Underway?
The 9/11 Trial: Why Are Plea Bargain Talks Underway?
New leadership, an ever receding trial date and pressure to disclose more information about the C.I.A. torture of the accused plotters all contribute.


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Can Ashish Jha, 'a Comforting Voice,' Tamp Down Covid's Political Divide?
Can Ashish Jha, 'a Comforting Voice,' Tamp Down Covid's Political Divide?
Dr. Jha, the new White House coronavirus response coordinator, has built a reputation as a gifted communicator, but there is much more to the job.


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Some U.S. states are reducing daily reporting of coronavirus data, raising fears of blind spots.
Some U.S. states are reducing daily reporting of coronavirus data, raising fears of blind spots.
Some scientists and health experts see the possibility that the first signs of a new surge could be missed, but others say metrics like hospitalizations and wastewater monitoring have become more relevant than daily reports.


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Godrej Properties sells homes worth Rs 1,002 crore so far this fiscal in Pune township | The Financial Express
Godrej Properties sells homes worth Rs 1,002 crore so far this fiscal in Pune township | The Financial Express
The company has sold over 1,550 homes, comprising over 1.5 million square feet area, in the current financial year in this township project.


India
Disney closes Shanghai park as virus rises, Shenzhen reopens | The Financial Express
Disney closes Shanghai park as virus rises, Shenzhen reopens | The Financial Express
China's case numbers in its latest infection wave are low compared with other major countries, but authorities are enforcing a zero tolerance strategy that has suspended access to some major cities.


India
Indian economist Jayati Ghosh named by UN to high-level advisory board on multilateralism | The Financial Express
Indian economist Jayati Ghosh named by UN to high-level advisory board on multilateralism | The Financial Express
UN chief Guterres on Friday announced the establishment of the Advisory Board on Effective Multilateralism to be co-chaired by former Liberian president and Nobel laureate Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and former Swedish prime minister Stefan Lofven.


India
Stocks to watch: RIL, HDFC, HPCL, Bharat Electronics, TVS Motor, Future group on 21 Mar 2022 | The Financial Express
Stocks to watch: RIL, HDFC, HPCL, Bharat Electronics, TVS Motor, Future group on 21 Mar 2022 | The Financial Express
BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 were eyeing a positive opening on the first day of the week, as suggested by trends on SGX Nifty in early trade.


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Nifty 50 Sensex today global cues positive SGX Nifty soars | FIIs turn net buyers technical outlook | The Financial Express
Nifty 50 Sensex today global cues positive SGX Nifty soars | FIIs turn net buyers technical outlook | The Financial Express
Ahead of this weeks trade, SGX Nifty was up 100 points signalling a continuation of last weeks positive momentum.


India
Fall-out of Ukraine war on costlier food: India should seize the opportunity to export more to developing world | The Financial Express
Fall-out of Ukraine war on costlier food: India should seize the opportunity to export more to developing world | The Financial Express
The current global crisis threatens food security in countries like Lebanon, 90% of whose grain-requirement comes from Ukraine.


India
Dodla Dairy to acquire Sri Krishna Milks for Rs 50 crore; stock surges 19%
Dodla Dairy to acquire Sri Krishna Milks for Rs 50 crore; stock surges 19%
he acquisition will be completed around two months from the date of agreement


India
No tax on accumulated EPF interest on FY21 closing balance | The Financial Express
No tax on accumulated EPF interest on FY21 closing balance | The Financial Express
A section of the taxpayers had alleged that there was lack of clarity on whether the interest on the closing balance of the account as of March 31, 2021 would attract tax under the new provision. It won't, the official clarified.


India
86% farmer groups supported 3 repealed laws: SC-appointed panel found
86% farmer groups supported 3 repealed laws: SC-appointed panel found
Committee advised states be given freed in implementing the reforms but recommendations matter little as acts were dropped.


India
How battery swapping is propelling India's shift to e-scooters
How battery swapping is propelling India's shift to e-scooters
The pivot to battery swapping was a centerpiece of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's budget speech last month


India
Trading 'queen' and mystery guru: Strange tale engulfs NSE in scandal
Trading 'queen' and mystery guru: Strange tale engulfs NSE in scandal
Allegations of misconduct may not just delay exchange's much-awaited IPO, but also hurt its growing clout in the global equity market.


India
Govt working to classify cryptocurrency under GST law, 'remove doubt'
Govt working to classify cryptocurrency under GST law, 'remove doubt'
The government is working on classification of cryptocurrency as goods or services under the GST law, so that tax can be levied on the entire value of transactions


India
States panel may propose a single 15% GST levy by merging 12% and 18% slabs
States panel may propose a single 15% GST levy by merging 12% and 18% slabs
The group of ministers (GoM) is likely to meet this week to take a final call on rates and firm up its recommendations, people familiar with deliberations said. The GST Council is expected to meet early next month to consider the recommendations and the revenue status of the states.


India
Covid-19 vaccine: Gap between first and second Covishield dose to be cut by four weeks | The Financial Express
Covid-19 vaccine: Gap between first and second Covishield dose to be cut by four weeks | The Financial Express
Under the national Covid-19 vaccination programme, the second dose of the Covishield is currently being administered 12-16 weeks after the first dose.


India
Driving demand: Swiggy, Zomato betting big on SaaS play | The Financial Express
Driving demand: Swiggy, Zomato betting big on SaaS play | The Financial Express
The expansion into grocery delivery was always seen as a way of re-optimising the food delivery fleet in non-peak hours, but the entry into the restaurant SaaS segment could likely turn into a market share battle amongst Swiggy and Zomato, experts told FE.


India
Apple's big bite: Exports from India at Rs 10,000 crore | The Financial Express
Apple's big bite: Exports from India at Rs 10,000 crore | The Financial Express
Analysts said that Apple by its first year performance has achieved the objective set out by the government under the PLI scheme like shifting of global production base to India, making India the export hub for phones, and also catering to the domestic demand.


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India
Sri Lanka: As economic crisis worsens, 2 men die waiting in queue for fuel
Sri Lanka: As economic crisis worsens, 2 men die waiting in queue for fuel
The men, in their seventies, died while they were waiting for petrol and kerosene oil in two different parts of the country, said police spokesman Nalin Thalduwa in commercial capital Colombo.


India
Food giant Cargill to buy $290 million stake in Chile salmon farmer
Food giant Cargill to buy $290 million stake in Chile salmon farmer
Under the deal, Salmones Multiexport will also have a 1.13% stake sold to a local unit of Japan's Mitsui & Co, whose stake in the firm will also reach..


India
Indian Markets Face Troubling Headwinds Despite Political Certainty, Says Chris Wood
Indian Markets Face Troubling Headwinds Despite Political Certainty, Says Chris Wood
Indian markets would have corrected more but for domestic fund flows, according to Chris Wood in his latest GREED & fear report.


India
Japan announces investment target of Rs 3.2 trn in India in next five years
Japan announces investment target of Rs 3.2 trn in India in next five years
The two sides inked six agreements providing for the expansion of bilateral cooperation in a range of areas, besides firming a separate clean energy partnership


India
Reliance Retail acquires majority stake in D2C brand Clovia for $125 million
Reliance Retail acquires majority stake in D2C brand Clovia for $125 million
Mukesh Ambani-controlled Reliance Retail said on Sunday evening it is acquiring a majority stake of 89% in direct-to-consumer brand Clovia for $125 million as the largest Indian retail chain looks to expand its footprints in the apparel and innerwear categories. Eight-year-old Clovia, which operate


India
India tax department probe into Infra.Market finds bogus purchases, undisclosed income
India tax department probe into Infra.Market finds bogus purchases, undisclosed income
The Indian Income Tax Department says it has found and seized a large number of incriminating evidences that reveals that aPune and Thane-based unicorn startup, referring to Infra.Market, booked bogus purchases and disclosed an additional income of more than $29.4 milli


India
Nifty could be headed to 17,800 levels: Analysts
Nifty could be headed to 17,800 levels: Analysts
Stocks staged a smart rally over the last two weeks. Nifty too has recovered nearly 10% from its March lows. We believe this upmove has more legs and the potential to stretch till 17,700 levels in the short term. On technical charts, not only has India VIX cooled off from the highs of 34 to 23, even the market breadth has improved, which is a big positive.


India
Beaten-down blue chips could be first to rebound
Beaten-down blue chips could be first to rebound
Stocks such as HDFC Life, Lupin, Dalmia Bharat, Godrej Industries, ICICI Securities, Tata Communications, Godrej Consumer, Gujarat Gas and Jubilant Foodworks, among others, are still down over 20% so far this year. Dr. Reddy's, Ambuja Cement, Info Edge, Havells, Tech Mahindra, Wipro, Godrej Properties and UltraTech Cement are down over 15%.


India
HDFC Bank to give a digital push to small business loans
HDFC Bank to give a digital push to small business loans
Already in its pilot phase, the SmartHub Vyapar programme for merchants will be launched soon. It is an app that bundles all payment platforms - cards, UPI, QR code, tap pay and SMS-based payments.


India
RBI's retail direct a hit with investors as GSecs trump FDs
RBI's retail direct a hit with investors as GSecs trump FDs
Sovereign bonds now yield higher than traditional bank deposits - and can be sold easily. A 10-year government bond yields around 6.80% semi-annually, compared with 5.40-6.30% offered by the State Bank of India across categories for similar-maturity fixed deposits.


India
Inflation transitory, supply-chain issues to blame: Bruce Flatt, Brookfield CEO
Inflation transitory, supply-chain issues to blame: Bruce Flatt, Brookfield CEO
Brookfield CEO Bruce Flatt says it is getting easier by the day to do business in India, which he describes as "an incredibly attractive place to invest".


India
Reliance Industries gets CoC's approval to acquire Sintex | The Financial Express
Reliance Industries gets CoC's approval to acquire Sintex | The Financial Express
Sintex was founded in the 1930s as a textile mill, Bharat Vijay Mills, in Kalol, Gujarat, and was later rebranded as Sintex Industries, a cotton yarn and fabric maker.


India
Charging Ahead: AI will spread its wings soon | The Financial Express
Charging Ahead: AI will spread its wings soon | The Financial Express
Democratisation of AI will not only help enterprises, but address larger societal needs such as healthcare, climate action, and disaster forecasting


India
Pandemic spurs transition: Max Life Insurance's digital efforts are paying rich dividends | The Financial Express
Pandemic spurs transition: Max Life Insurance's digital efforts are paying rich dividends | The Financial Express
The life insurance majors digital and e-commerce strategy has made it one of the largest private online protection providers in the country


India
Hackerearth: Finding right person for the job | The Financial Express
Hackerearth: Finding right person for the job | The Financial Express
Hackerearth aims to help companies assess tech skills while providing a self-assessment and practice platform for the resource base


India
CODVO.AI: Firm that bridges talent deficit | The Financial Express
CODVO.AI: Firm that bridges talent deficit | The Financial Express
With its remote-first work culture, the company is tapping tech talent in metros and small towns, aiming to create mini Virtual Silicon Valleys


India
Reform path: IBC doesn't need too many legislative fixes | The Financial Express
Reform path: IBC doesn't need too many legislative fixes | The Financial Express
Corporate insolvency resolution process (CIRP) envisages resolution either by reviving the firm through a resolution plan or liquidation.


India
Discounted LNG from Russia to cut costs of importers, users | The Financial Express
Discounted LNG from Russia to cut costs of importers, users | The Financial Express
The low Russian gas prices will allow Indian companies to ramp up inventories and cut losses caused by high spot prices over the last ten months or so.


India
Electronics firms hit: Lockdown in China disrupts India Inc's input supplies | The Financial Express
Electronics firms hit: Lockdown in China disrupts India Inc's input supplies | The Financial Express
Alternative sources of supplies cant fill in the gap easily in the short term, and they are more expensive as well.


India
Yet another turnaround bid: Govt revives plan to merge BSNL, MTNL and BBNL | The Financial Express
Yet another turnaround bid: Govt revives plan to merge BSNL, MTNL and BBNL | The Financial Express
The government is considering to convert the AGR dues into equity for both BSNL and MTNL.


India
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In either of the cases, a deduction up to an amount of Rs 3 lakh from royalty income under Section 80QQB is allowed, subject to the condition that Form 10CCD is furnished and duly verified by the person responsible for making such payment along with the return of income.


India
Credit Uptake: Personal loans top the list for women borrowers | The Financial Express
Credit Uptake: Personal loans top the list for women borrowers | The Financial Express
A study by CIBIL shows 53% of women borrowers had a score of prime (731-770) and above compared to 47% for male borrowers last year.


India
Tech Bytes: LTTS sets up Digital Twin practice; Tech Mahindra pact with Cisco for optical networking | The Financial Express
Tech Bytes: LTTS sets up Digital Twin practice; Tech Mahindra pact with Cisco for optical networking | The Financial Express
LTTS has collaborated with Microsoft and Bentley Systems to establish a centre of excellence (CoE) in Chennai that will address and accelerate the Digital Twin and Digital Thread requirements of new-age manufacturing companies.


India
Improving crop yields: New policy to boost edible oil output, cut imports | The Financial Express
Improving crop yields: New policy to boost edible oil output, cut imports | The Financial Express
Officials said that in the current rabi season (2021-22), the mustard sowing has increased by 24% to 9.1 million hectares (mh) compared to close to 7.3 mh reported a year ago. The target would be to expand the area of cultivation to more than 12.2 mh in the next couple of years.


India
DU to consider proposal for setting up centre to offer job-oriented courses | The Financial Express
DU to consider proposal for setting up centre to offer job-oriented courses | The Financial Express
The journalism course will be carried out in collaboration with Delhi University's Hansraj College while for the other courses, experts have been identified.


India
Pakistan PM Imran Khan faces toughest test as no-confidence move looms | The Financial Express
Pakistan PM Imran Khan faces toughest test as no-confidence move looms | The Financial Express
Under the constitution, the speaker of the lower house of parliament is required to convene the session within 14 days of receiving the motion, which would fall on Monday.


India
PM SVANidhi: Beneficiary count under microcredit scheme crosses 30 lakh; over Rs 3k crore loans disbursed | The Financial Express
PM SVANidhi: Beneficiary count under microcredit scheme crosses 30 lakh; over Rs 3k crore loans disbursed | The Financial Express
Credit and Finance for MSMEs: On timely repayment of the first loan of up to Rs 10,000, the scheme has a provision of providing credit up to Rs 20,000 in the second tranche and up to Rs 50,000 in the third tranche.


India
Toyota Mirai: A car that runs on hydrogen | The Financial Express
Toyota Mirai: A car that runs on hydrogen | The Financial Express
The dawn of a true hydrogen society doesnt seem to be a distant mirai (future).


India
Live news: Andaman Islands braces for Cyclone Asani, evacuates people
Live news: Andaman Islands braces for Cyclone Asani, evacuates people
Live news updates: The Russian military had offered the Ukrainian troops defending the strategic port of Mariupol to lay down arms and exit the city


India
Wockhardt, Serum Institute of India tie up to make vaccines in UK
Wockhardt, Serum Institute of India tie up to make vaccines in UK
SII has supplied the AstraZeneca-Oxford vaccine to the UK already, and having a fill-and-finish facility in the UK would help the firm to have closer access to the UK and EU markets.


India
All England Badminton: Lakshya Sen loses to Viktor Axelsen in final
All England Badminton: Lakshya Sen loses to Viktor Axelsen in final
World Championships bronze medallist Lakshya Sen finished as the runner-up at 2022 All England Open Badminton Championships after losing to world number one Viktor Axelsen in the men's singles final


India
Algo Rhythm: AI-as-a-Service can lead to wider adoption of AI
Algo Rhythm: AI-as-a-Service can lead to wider adoption of AI
IT service players have a role in collaborating with deep-tech startups


India
Which metric is more significant in UP: Total debt or debt-to-GSDP ratio?
Which metric is more significant in UP: Total debt or debt-to-GSDP ratio?
From 2005 to 2014, the absolute value of UP's debt was increasing at an average rate of Rs 14,441 crore


India
BSNL sees service revenue at Rs 1,700 bn in FY22; says it can defend turf
BSNL sees service revenue at Rs 1,700 bn in FY22; says it can defend turf
BSNL expects over Rs 17,000 cr revenue from services in FY22, a tad lower than previous fiscal, due to removal of call connect charges that used to bring in additional inflows, says Chairman PK Purwar


India
Diesel price for bulk users hiked Rs 25/litre; pvt retailers fear closure
Diesel price for bulk users hiked Rs 25/litre; pvt retailers fear closure
The price of diesel sold to bulk users has been hiked by about Rs 25 per litre in line with a near 40% rise in international oil prices, but retail rates at petrol pumps remain unchanged, sources said


India
Pakistan: Imran Khan lauds India's 'independent foreign policy'
Pakistan: Imran Khan lauds India's 'independent foreign policy'
Khan, a fierce critic of the ruling NDA government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, spoke highly of the Indian foreign policy.


India
Code of ethics has brought discipline to OTT sector, says I&B Ministry joint secy
Code of ethics has brought discipline to OTT sector, says I&B Ministry joint secy
Last year, the Indian government said a code of ethics and three-tier grievance redressal mechanism would be applicable for news publishers, OTT platforms and digital media.


India
Hopeful of concluding early harvest trade deal with India by March-end: Australia
Hopeful of concluding early harvest trade deal with India by March-end: Australia
"We are hopeful of signing the Phase one (early harvest) trade deal by end of this month," Australian High Commissioner to India Barry O'Farrell told reporters.


India
IMF asks Pakistan to show how it would fund $1.5 bn subsidy package
IMF asks Pakistan to show how it would fund $1.5 bn subsidy package
The IMF has begun the seventh review of the $6 billion rescue package agreed with Pakistan in 2019.




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