Video game voice actors and motion capture performers have voted to authorize a strike if negotiations on a new labor contract fail, setting the stage for another possible work stoppage in Hollywood https://t.co/0WiGgM58TD pic.twitter.com/zORTDwVZMG— Reuters (@Reuters) September 26, 2023 The strike authorization does not mean that a strike is inevitable. … [Read more...] about Video game voice actors voted for a strike
Russia lost about 10% of male population in the age range 18-30 to war and emigration
In the year 2023, the Russian population has seen a notable demographic shift, with approximately 15.2% of its populace falling within the age range of 18 to 30, as per data from the World Bank. This equates to roughly 12.2 million individuals, a group predominantly composed of young men. Over the past decade, Russia has experienced a concerning decline in the proportion of men … [Read more...] about Russia lost about 10% of male population in the age range 18-30 to war and emigration
Italy to Exit Belt and Road Initiative
Italy is planning to exit the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) for a number of reasons. Disappointment with the lack of economic benefits. When Italy joined the BRI in 2019, it was hoping to attract Chinese investment and boost its economy. However, so far, there has been little concrete economic benefit for Italy. In fact, some experts have argued that the BRI has actually … [Read more...] about Italy to Exit Belt and Road Initiative
The BRICS Alliance: A Flawed Endeavor Built on Common Problems
In the realm of geopolitics, alliances have often been formed based on shared values, common interests, and mutual benefits. However, the formation of the BRICS alliance, comprised of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, raises serious concerns about the viability and wisdom of uniting nations primarily due to their shared problems. While it may seem tempting to find … [Read more...] about The BRICS Alliance: A Flawed Endeavor Built on Common Problems
Israel has been used as a bogeyman, erroneously blamed for all Arab ills
Allow me today, as a proud Arab, to argue why immediate and unconditional Arab peace with Israel is in the best interests of all the Arabs:1- The perpetual conflict with #Israeli has sucked up unlimited Arab resources with no end in sight, has allowed populist dictators and…— Hussain Abdul-Hussain (@hahussain) May 29, 2023 … [Read more...] about Israel has been used as a bogeyman, erroneously blamed for all Arab ills