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I'm a journalist based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. I regularly produce a 30 minute radio programme for the BBC World Service called CrowdScience ******. I also write long form articles on a wide range of subjects such as ****** and ****** For much of my career I have worked on news desks, presented live news radio programmes, and reported from around the world on political issues.
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Speech against migration in the U.S.
Migration remains a pivotal issue for Arizona voters, a key state in the upcoming U.S. presidential elections. Richard Walker revisits Arizona to explore changes in border security and migration discourse over the past eight years.
Post‐Earthquake Fold Growth Imaged in the Qaidam Basin, China, With Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar
The study investigates the development of folds and their interactions with seismic faults in the North Qaidam thrust system in NE Tibet using 16 years of interferometric synthetic aperture radar data. It reveals long-term spatio-temporal changes in post-earthquake surface displacement rates and patterns, indicating transient uplift and shortening consistent with kinematic models of folding. The findings suggest anelastic fold buckling during the post-earthquake phase and highlight the role of distributed aseismic deformation in topography growth.
EU and Ukraine: 'No definition of what victory looks like'
At the Munich Security Conference, analyst Dmitri Alperovitch discussed with DW's Richard Walker the long-term contest between Russia and the West, focusing on military production and resources. He emphasized that the ultimate determinant in the conflict will be the strength of political will.
Indian government: We're sticking with Russia
India maintains its close relationship with Russia and refuses to condemn the death of Alexei Navalny. BJP National Spokesman Jaiveer Shergill, speaking at the Munich Security Conference, emphasized that India is 'on the side of peace.'
The Kernel of Truth in Trump's Statements
Christoph Heusgen, director of the Munich Security Conference, discusses global issues including the Middle East conflict, Russia's aggression in Ukraine, and NATO's relationship with Trump. Heusgen emphasizes the importance of European NATO members meeting their defense spending commitments and expresses hope for a ceasefire in Gaza. He also highlights the need for Europe to take more responsibility for its security, given the potential shift in US focus towards internal challenges and Asia. Heusgen suggests that any agreement to end the Ukraine conflict must include security guarantees to prevent future violations by Russia.
Hojzgen: 'Trump is Right'
Christoph Heusgen, in an interview with DW, emphasizes the need for a ceasefire in the Middle East, urging Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to comply with international demands. Heusgen supports former President Trump's stance on NATO defense spending, highlighting the importance of European defense. He also discusses the potential for European nuclear defense collaboration and stresses the importance of security guarantees in any peace agreement with Russia, opposing territorial concessions in Ukraine.
Contextualizing remote fall risk: Video data capture and implementing ethical AI
The article explores the use of wearable technology and artificial intelligence (AI) to assess fall risk in individuals, particularly those with neurological conditions like Parkinson's disease. It highlights the limitations of using inertial measurement units (IMUs) alone and proposes the integration of wearable cameras to provide contextual environmental data. Ethical concerns regarding privacy are addressed through the use of AI-based computer vision (CV) to anonymize sensitive information in video data. The study showcases a pilot test conducted at Northumbria University, demonstrating the effectiveness of the proposed model in real-world settings. The article suggests that combining IMU data with video context can significantly enhance personalized fall risk assessments and proposes further research to refine these technologies for broader clinical applications.
Sonification for Personalised Gait Intervention
Mobility challenges, particularly in older adults and individuals with conditions like Parkinson's disease, can significantly impact quality of life. Gait rehabilitation using personalized auditory cues, specifically sonification, shows promise in improving mobility and engagement. Sonification, which uses non-speech audio to convey information, has demonstrated effectiveness in reducing freezing-of-gait and improving gait consistency. Advanced audio processing techniques like time-stretching and pitch shifting can further enhance these interventions. Continued clinical research is needed to optimize these methods and ensure their long-term effectiveness and user engagement.
Britain's shoplifting epidemic makes it feel like Iceland staff are on the frontline of a war - we've lost £20m this year to thefts but we're not allowed to share CCTV of prolific offenders
Britain's retail sector is facing a severe shoplifting crisis, with Iceland Foods reporting £20 million in losses this year. Richard Walker, executive chairman of Iceland Foods, highlights the increasing violence against staff and the inadequacy of current security measures. He criticizes the government's lack of action, the Information Commissioner's Office for privacy regulations that hinder crime prevention, and the Crown Prosecution Service for not prosecuting enough cases. Walker calls for more police resources, stronger legal powers for security personnel, and harsher sentences for offenders to protect retail workers and curb the crime wave.
As a business leader, I can no longer support the Tory party
Richard Walker, executive chairman of Iceland, announces his resignation from the Conservative Party, criticizing its current direction and policies. He highlights the party's failure to support business, the economy, and environmental goals. Walker emphasizes his commitment to social mobility, environmental democracy, and free enterprise, and outlines Iceland's initiatives to support communities and the environment. He expresses disappointment in the government's instability and lack of long-term vision, particularly in green policies. Walker remains undecided on future political support, hoping for a party committed to sustainable green growth.
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