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Business needs to speak up in Britain’s battle of ideas

Politics is about to get more stark and much more consequential. Business leaders need to be pragmatic, dealing with the government of the day. But it strikes me that in this battle of ideas, they need to stand up for what works – especially when the country we all love is going in the wrong direction, [...]

Culture

KOMIPO Wins UNLEASH Learning Award

Judges Praised Its Job Competency-Based Talent System Linked to Energy Transition Goals Korea Midland Power Co. said it won the "UNLEASH Award" at the global HRD conference "UNLEASH World 2026" held…

  • Korea Midland Power Co. wins UNLEASH Award at 2026 conference
  • Company's competency-based talent system earns Excellence award
  • President Lee Young-jo prides in recognition for future talent development

AI

Blackstone's Early Bet on AI

Blackstone CEO Stephen Schwarzman helped private equity go from niche to mainstream. He speaks with Francine Lacqua about how he spots investment opportunities and where the world will shift next.

Culture

How PM2.5 in haze affects the human body

PM2.5 micro-pollutants are 30 times smaller than the width of a strand of hair.

  • PM2.5 particles, 30 times smaller than hair strand, penetrate deep into respiratory system
  • Respiratory inflammation, damage, and lung structural issues result from PM2.5 inhalation
  • Cardiovascular system damage, heart attacks, stroke, and high blood pressure linked to PM2.5
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