Social Responsibility

Related media - Latest news LONDON — UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves said on Friday that the newly elected Labour government aims to be the most growth-oriented and business-friendly administration the country has ever seen. In an interview with CNBC, Reeves stressed that improving the living standards of ordinary Britons and increasing investment in public services depend on wealth creation. “This will be the most pro-growth, pro-business Treasury this country has ever seen,” Reeves, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, told CNBC’s Steve Sedgwick in a remote interview. “I will work with businesses to ensure we are doing everything we can…

More news - News 24 hours NASA has announced that Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft will remain docked with the International Space Station (ISS) until August as the agency and Boeing address issues that arose early in the mission. The Starliner capsule, named "Calypso," has been in space for more than 50 days, carrying NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams. Originally scheduled for an early return, the mission faced several delays as NASA conducted necessary ground tests before approving the spacecraft's reentry. In a recent press conference, Steve Stich, NASA's commercial crew manager, said that despite significant progress, the agency is…

Related media - Breaking news Corey LaJoie, currently 28th in the NASCAR Cup Series standings, will not return as the driver of the No. 7 Spire Motorsports car at the end of the 2024 season. LaJoie, who has a contract with Spire Motorsports through next year but is now free to explore other opportunities, confirmed the news to FOX Sports, following an initial report from The Athletic. “I will not be driving the No. 7 next year,” LaJoie said. “I am very proud of the role I have played in helping Spire become a competitive team, but unfortunately, my future…

Related media - Latest news Stellantis, the multinational automaker behind brands including Jeep, Dodge and Chrysler, announced a 48% drop in net profit for the first half of 2024, mainly due to declining sales and production issues in the U.S. market. The company reported net income of €5.6 billion ($6.07 billion) in the first six months, down significantly from the same period in 2023. Adjusted operating income fell to €8.5 billion, down €5.7 billion, largely attributed to challenges in North America. Following the announcement, Stellantis shares in Milan fell 8.5%. CEO Carlos Tavares acknowledged the underperformance, citing a challenging industry…

More news - Latest news DETROIT — Ford Motor Company fell significantly short of Wall Street expectations for second-quarter earnings, despite beating revenue forecasts, as long-running warranty issues plague the automaker. Here's how the company performed against analyst estimates reviewed by LSEG: Earnings per share: 47 cents adjusted vs. 68 cents adjusted expected Automotive revenue: $44.81 billion vs. $44.02 billion forecast Ford shares are up about 15% this year as prices in the auto sector have remained more resilient than expected. However, as the industry-wide shift to electric vehicles proceeds more slowly than expected, the automaker has adjusted its production…

More news - Latest news The United States men's national basketball team faced a tight showdown in their final pre-Olympic game against Germany, and it was LeBron James who secured the victory for Team USA. In a dramatic finale, James scored 11 points in the final four minutes to lift the Americans to a 92-88 victory on Monday. The NBA’s all-time leading scorer sparked the comeback with a dunk, giving Team USA an 83-82 lead with less than four minutes remaining. He followed it up with a steal and a quick conversion to extend the lead to 85-82. James continued…

More news - Recent news Google parent company Alphabet reported its second-quarter results after the market closed on Tuesday, meeting analysts’ expectations for revenue and profit but falling short on YouTube advertising revenue. Following the announcement, Alphabet shares rose about 1% in after-hours trading. Here's how the company performed against analyst estimates reviewed by LSEG: Earnings: $1.89 per share vs. $1.84 per share expectedRevenue: $84.74 billion vs. $84.19 billion expectedAdditional key figures tracked by Wall Street: YouTube Ad Revenue: $8.66 Billion vs. $8.93 Billion, According to StreetAccountGoogle Cloud Revenue: $10.35 Billion vs. $10.20 Billion, StreetAccountTraffic Acquisition Cost (TAC): $13.39 billion…

Related media - Recent news Caeleb Dressel's extraordinary performance, winning seven gold medals, may paint the image of a champion without problems, but the reality of his swimming journey tells a different story. Despite his unparalleled success, Dressel has had to contend with the intense pressures of the sport. Widely regarded as one of the world’s best swimmers, Dressel holds the world record in the men’s 100-meter butterfly, a title he took from Michael Phelps in 2019 and then bettered at the Tokyo Olympics, where he won five gold medals. But even those accomplishments have failed to shield him from…

Related media - News 24 hours The inclusion of flag football in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics is set to revolutionize the sport. This historic decision marks a significant milestone, propelling flag football onto the world stage and inspiring a new generation of athletes. By introducing flag football to the Olympic platform, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) recognizes the growing popularity of the sport and its ability to capture the attention of audiences around the world. The non-contact nature of flag football makes it accessible to a wider demographic, particularly women and young athletes, fostering greater inclusivity and participation. The…