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I am a graduate, NCTJ-qualified editor and communications professional with 16+ years of experience. I have an extensive, demonstrable history of creative and conceptual output and am a focused, critical thinker and strategist who is reliable, hard-working and calm under pressure. Disciplines include journalism, copywriting, editing and broadcasting. Specialities include advising executives on communications delivery, PR initiatives, brand image, crisis management, and product launches. My credentials include editing international magazines, conducting global press events, nurturing media relations, international broadcasting, and I am regarded as a reputable writer of executive-level speeches, annual reports, and sector and brand analyses. In terms of journalism, I am a regular contributor to UK-based newspapers The Sun and The Daily Mail, and a host of newspapers, magazines and media outlets in the Middle East and China (including Al Jazeera, QNA (Qatar News Agency), WAM (UAE News Agency), The South China Morning Post and Qatar Happening). I am experienced in developing relationships with top-level governmental figures, businessmen, chairmen, athletes, managers, actors/directors, and other figures of import to conduct interviews and break exclusive stories.
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Protecting your income for an unexpected future
The article discusses the importance of income protection in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing the financial challenges faced by individuals who are unable to work due to illness or injury. It highlights the insufficiency of Statutory Sick Pay and suggests income protection as a viable solution to ensure financial stability. The article also provides statistical data from the Department of Health and Social Care and the Office for National Statistics, and offers financial advice from the Money Advice Service.
The relative importance of intra- and intersexual selection on human male sexually dimorphic traits
The study investigates the relative roles of male-male competition and female mate choice in shaping human male sexually dimorphic traits. It extends previous research by including additional traits such as baseline testosterone and physical strength, and by using a larger sample size from a different population (Germany). The findings suggest that physical dominance, an indicator of male-male competition, more strongly predicts men's mating success than attractiveness, an indicator of female choice. The study also highlights the importance of considering both linear and quadratic effects in sexual selection research.
Event-Driven Securities Litigation in the Age of COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to several private securities class action lawsuits and SEC enforcement actions. Companies affected by the pandemic, whether negatively or positively, need to take proactive measures to mitigate risks.
British Photographic History
The British Photographic History blog, launched in 2009, serves as a forum for news and events within the British photographic community, attracting nearly 4100 members including curators, academics, students, and collectors. It covers lectures, exhibitions, job postings, reviews, and general news, with a focus on Britain but occasionally includes content of wider interest from Europe, the United States, Africa, and Asia. Weekly summaries are emailed to subscribers.
California Superior Courts Enforce Delaware Corporations’ Federal Forum Provision For Securities Act Lawsuits
Two California Superior Courts have upheld federal forum provisions in corporate documents for Delaware corporations, allowing them to preclude state court actions under the Securities Act of 1933. This follows the Supreme Court's Cyan Inc. v. Beaver County Employees Retirement Fund decision, which led to an increase in state court Securities Act claims and contradictory rulings on federal safeguards. The Delaware Supreme Court's Sciabacucchi v. Salzberg decision validated the enforceability of FFPs under Delaware law. The California courts' decisions in Wong v. Restoration Robotics, Inc. and In re Uber Technologies, Inc. Securities Litigation suggest that other courts may enforce FFPs, especially where shareholders have approved them. However, these decisions are not binding precedent outside of California and do not address FFPs for businesses incorporated outside of Delaware.
Visions of a circular future: Every industry needs to embrace circularity
The article advocates for the adoption of circular economy principles across various industries to create a more sustainable and resilient world. It highlights the potential of circularity in sectors such as technology, textiles and fashion, agriculture and food, and construction. The text emphasizes the need for innovation and sustainable practices to reduce waste and promote a more eco-conscious global landscape.
SEC Adopts Highly Anticipated Private Funds Rules
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has adopted new rules and amendments to the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, significantly impacting how investment advisers manage and administer private funds. The rules, categorized into those applicable to SEC-registered advisers, non-registered advisers, and all advisers, include requirements for private fund audits, quarterly statements, adviser-led secondary transactions, and additional record-keeping. The rules also impose restrictions on certain activities unless specific disclosure or investor consent requirements are met. The new regulations aim to enhance transparency and address conflicts of interest in the management of private funds.
Tennessee leads nation in statewide adoption of FirstNet for 9-1-1
Tennessee is leading the nation in upgrading its 9-1-1 network by adopting FirstNet as a backup for all primary public safety answering points (PSAPs). Curtis Sutton, Executive Director of the Tennessee Emergency Communications Board, emphasized the seamless integration and reliability of FirstNet, which has already proven effective in real-world scenarios. The state has focused on redundancy and cybersecurity in its new system, learning from past events like the 2020 Christmas Day bombing in Nashville. Future plans include ensuring interconnectivity with neighboring states and maintaining robust cybersecurity measures.
SEC Adopts Amendments to the Investment Company Names Rule (Rule 35d-1)
On September 20, 2023, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted amendments to Rule 35d-1 under the Investment Company Act of 1940. These changes, known as the Adopted Rules, expand the scope of the 80-Percent Policy requirement to include funds with names suggesting an investment focus in specific industries, characteristics, or ESG factors. The amendments also maintain prohibitions on names implying government guarantees or tax exemptions. The new rules require funds to review their portfolios quarterly for compliance and provide flexibility in defining terms used in fund names. The compliance date for these amendments is set for 24 months for larger entities and 30 months for smaller entities.
Platinum Jubilee: Queen will not attend Epsom Derby
Queen Elizabeth II will not attend the Epsom Derby, part of her Platinum Jubilee celebrations, due to mobility issues and will watch the event on TV at Windsor Castle. The Princess Royal will represent her at the Derby. The Queen's love for horse racing was highlighted during a thanksgiving service at St Paul's Cathedral. The Jubilee celebrations include a special concert at Buckingham Palace featuring performances by various artists. The Queen's absence from the Derby marks only the third time she has missed the event during her reign.
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