DISA Global Solutions, a Texas-based company specializing in background screening, drug testing, and compliance, has disclosed a major data breach that impacts 3.3 million individuals. The breach, which occurred in 2024, involves personal information of individuals who used DISA’s services, either through their current or former employers. The breach was discovered on April 22, 2024, […]
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UNAIDS said that at least one status report on the impact of cuts has been received from 55 different countries up to the start of this week. That includes 42 projects that are supported by the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and 13 that receive some US support. Two days after President […]
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming India’s judiciary and law enforcement systems, aiming to enhance efficiency, accessibility, and decision-making. With significant investments, the government is integrating AI technologies into judicial processes, case management, and law enforcement to streamline operations and reduce delays. A key initiative is the e-Courts Phase III project, which has a total allocation […]
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In a significant protest against government efficiency efforts led by Elon Musk, 21 civil service employees resigned from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) on Tuesday. The group, which included engineers, data scientists, and product managers, expressed concerns over what they described as a systematic effort to “dismantle critical public services.” In a joint resignation […]
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On the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for global adherence to international law and the UN Charter, criticizing “warmongers” who prolong conflicts. Speaking at the 58th session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, Guterres emphasized the devastating toll of the war, with thousands of civilians […]
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Dong Yifu, the son of Chinese journalist Dong Yuyu, has called for his father’s release after the journalist was sentenced to seven years in prison on espionage charges. Speaking at a National Press Club event, Dong Yifu denounced the conviction, which he views as part of China’s broader crackdown on press freedom. He emphasized that […]
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In a military operation backed by local forces, the Somali government reported that over 70 members of the Islamist militant group Al-Shabaab were killed on Tuesday. The operation was launched in response to recent Al-Shabaab attacks in the region. The terrorist group has waged a violent insurgency against the Somali government for more than 15 […]
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Botswana has reached a pivotal agreement with De Beers, securing a new 10-year diamond sales deal through its joint venture, Debswana. The deal, announced on Tuesday after seven years of negotiations, grants the government an increasing share of diamond revenues. Diamonds are crucial to Botswana’s economy, contributing to approximately 80% of exports and a quarter […]
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Unilever stunned investors with the announcement of CEO Hein Schumacher’s departure, just months after he took over the role in July 2023. Schumacher will step down as CEO and board director next month, with his complete exit from the company set for May 31. Unilever characterized the decision as mutual. Effective March 1, Unilever’s CFO, […]
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Thoma Bravo, the Chicago-based software investment giant, has successfully closed its debut European-focused fund at €1.8 billion ($1.9 billion), surpassing its initial target of €1.5 billion. The newly launched Thoma Bravo Europe Fund will target mid-market software companies in key European markets, capitalizing on the region’s accelerating digital transformation. The firm highlighted that European software […]
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