Author: Christi Byers

OMRON Healthcare Co., Ltd., based in Muko, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan, has announced its participation and sponsorship of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress 2024, set to take place in London from August 30 to September 2. The congress will see OMRON unveil its latest innovation, the “OMRON M7 Intelli IT AFib,” a cutting-edge blood pressure monitor designed to detect potential Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) with each measurement. The new OMRON M7 Intelli IT AFib aims to make early detection of AFib more accessible, enhancing home blood pressure monitoring by incorporating AFib screening capabilities. Early detection is crucial, as AFib is…

VT Markets, a leading global multi-asset broker, has unveiled a new partnership with Premier League club Newcastle United. The collaboration highlights a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and international growth. The announcement was made official at the J. League International Series 2024 held at Saitama Stadium, Japan, on July 31. The event saw the unveiling of a specially designed Newcastle United jersey bearing the number ’77’, a symbol chosen for its significance to VT Markets. The number represents good fortune and aligns with the company’s aspirations for continued expansion. Newcastle United’s Chief Commercial Officer, Peter Silverstone, expressed enthusiasm for the…

The latest findings from the Social Mobility Employer Index reveal a troubling trend in the UK job market: some major employers are still offering unpaid internships, a practice deemed illegal under current regulations. This issue persists despite the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and widespread calls for fairer practices in the professional sector. The Social Mobility Employer Index, now in its seventh year, assessed 143 organisations from both the public and private sectors, employing over a million people across the UK. The Index, which aims to highlight and reward companies for their efforts in promoting social mobility, has found that three organisations…

A recent study has unveiled the most anticipated films of 2024 in the UK, with Ridley Scott’s highly awaited “Gladiator 2” leading the list. The sequel to the 2000 Academy Award-winning epic has garnered significant interest, reflecting the excitement among British film enthusiasts. The study, conducted by NoDepositDaily, analysed the average monthly search volumes for upcoming films over a 12-month period. It focused on key search terms such as ‘release date,’ ‘trailer,’ and ‘showtimes’ to determine which films the UK public is most eager to see. Gladiator 2 emerged as the most anticipated film, with an impressive 123,293 average monthly…

New research has revealed that the humble bathroom is not just a place for physical relief but also a source of profound inspiration and life-changing conversations. A study conducted by B Corp toilet paper brand Who Gives A Crap found that over one in four Brits (27%) have engaged in deep, meaningful chats (DMCs) in the bathroom, with 58% of those experiencing a significant life overhaul as a result. Bathrooms, especially those in public venues like nightclubs and restaurants, have become unexpected sanctuaries for candid conversations. According to the survey, 37% of respondents favoured nightclub toilets for these exchanges, while…

As the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 28) unfolds in Dubai, the world’s attention remains fixed on the pressing need to confront climate change. With Earth hurtling toward a predicted 2.7°Celsius (4.9 degrees Fahrenheit) temperature surge by 2100, the stakes have never been higher. This monumental shift comes 35 years after NASA scientist James Hansen forewarned the United States Congress about the ominous specter of climate change. The Paris Agreement, a beacon of global cooperation inked in 2015 by 196 nations, aimed to cap the rise in global temperatures below 2°C (3.6°F) above pre-industrial levels, ideally keeping it…