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Vishal Garg, CEO of $7bn company who fired 900 people on Zoom call, has been sacked

Better Home & Finance Holding has officially removed CEO Vishal Garg from his position due to serious concerns regarding his decision-making and credibility. The board pointed to significant financial setbacks and falling stock prices during his tenure. This move intensifies ongoing disputes concerning control and board structure. Previously, Garg faced backlash for his abrupt decision

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Europe battles self-cloning crayfish as Czech Republic targets new outbreaks

European conservationists are launching a campaign to eradicate new populations of marbled crayfish, notorious for their rapid reproduction and the deadly diseases they carry. Funded by the European Union, these swift action initiatives aim to tackle invasive species promptly, mitigating the risk of extensive environmental and economic harm while safeguarding native ecosystems from foreign invaders.

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How 1830s Cosmorama galleries gave rich buyers ‘virtual tours’ of fancy mansions

Decades before virtual reality tours became mainstream, London estate agents leveraged cosmorama technology to provide wealthy clients with immersive property viewings from afar. This innovative visual tool utilized intricate painted images viewed through special lenses to convey a rich sense of space and detail. Primarily focusing on luxury homes and expansive countryside estates, this unique

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Berlin Volksbühne cancels ‘Black people only’ pool event after backlash

Berlin’s Volksbuhne swimming pool has cancelled a planned event exclusively for Black communities after facing backlash over restricted access. The €300,000 temporary pool was due to close to the general public for six hours on August 14. Organisers cited security concerns, saying Black children and teenagers had faced right-wing and racist harassment at swimming events.

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Nalsar students stand firm on demand against CJI as chief guest

NALSAR students are firm on their demand for Chief Justice of India Surya Kant not attending the convocation. Alumni and members of the Cockroach Janta Party support the students’ stance on the invitation. Students previously submitted a representation to the vice-chancellor regarding the CJI’s invitation. Alumni members stated the demand was justified and aligned with

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