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In light of Back Care Awareness Week, Southgate Global, a leading supplier of packing equipment and consumables, is urging organisations within the logistics sector to invest in proper safety equipment to protect their workforce. The call to action comes amid concerning statistics from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), indicating that over 20% of non-fatal injuries among transport and storage workers from 2020 to 2023 were linked to manual handling activities. As one of the UK’s largest employment sectors, logistics accounts for approximately 8% of the nation’s workforce, highlighting the importance of maintaining a safe working environment for employees. Southgate…

A unique piece of Irish political history is set to be auctioned this October, offering collectors and history enthusiasts a rare glimpse into the tumultuous past of Ireland. The artefact in question is a silver-plated calling card tray inscribed with the name of Thomas James Clarke, a prominent figure in the Irish Republican Brotherhood (IRB) and a key participant in the 1916 Easter Uprising. The tray, presented in September 1898, has a storied history, having travelled over 300 miles across the UK in the past 120 years. Thomas Clarke, who commanded troops during the Easter Rising, played a vital role…

Tiny Lives Trust, a charity dedicated to supporting premature and sick newborn babies, has unveiled a new five-year strategy aimed at extending its services to more families across the North East and North Cumbria. The charity, which operates in close collaboration with the Newcastle Neonatal Service at the Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI), provides essential support to families during some of their most challenging times. The new strategy, developed after months of consultations with families, supporters, staff, and board members, outlines three key impact goals. These include helping babies and families thrive during the critical first 1,001 days of life, ensuring…

The original dance drama Wing Chun, from Shenzhen in southern China, took centre stage at the Palais des Congrès in Paris on 4 October. Blending traditional Chinese martial arts with contemporary dance, the performance captivated the French audience, drawing loud applause during its debut showing. Wing Chun, created and staged by the Shenzhen Opera & Dance Theatre, is based on the traditional Chinese Kung Fu style of Wing Chun, which is recognised as part of China’s national intangible cultural heritage. The production tells the story of the legendary martial arts master Ye Wen, tracing his journey from Foshan in Guangdong…

Jack Mason, co-founder and Group CEO of Inc & Co, has announced his departure from the business collective after five successful years at the helm. His exit from the Manchester-based group marks the end of a remarkable era, one in which he played a crucial role in transforming distressed businesses into thriving enterprises. As one of the key figures behind the acquisition of multiple companies, Mason’s strategic vision leaves a lasting impact on the industries he touched, positioning Inc & Co for continued growth. Jack Mason A Pioneer in Business Transformation Jack Mason co-founded Inc & Co in 2019 alongside…

WebPurify has announced the appointment of Ailís Daly as its new Head of Trust & Safety for the EMEA region, marking a significant expansion for the company as it seeks to bolster its services amid growing regulatory pressures across Europe. This strategic move comes in response to increased demands for effective content moderation on digital platforms, particularly following the introduction of stringent regulations such as the EU’s Digital Services Act (DSA) and the UK’s Online Safety Act. Based in Ireland, which has become a prominent tech hub in Europe, Daly brings a wealth of experience to her new role. Previously,…

Leading cybersecurity firm Egress, a KnowBe4 company, has released its latest Phishing Threat Trends Report for October 2024, revealing a worrying increase in phishing activities. The report, which analyses recent statistics and threat intelligence insights, highlights how cybercriminals are adapting their tactics and commercialising their operations through sophisticated phishing toolkits. Key findings from the report indicate a 28% increase in phishing emails sent between April and June 2024 compared to the first quarter of the year. Notably, June recorded the highest volume of phishing attacks. Alarmingly, 44% of these emails originated from compromised accounts, allowing perpetrators to bypass typical security…

Mainstay Medical has announced a significant development in the diagnosis of low back pain following the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)’s introduction of a new International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) diagnosis code specifically for multifidus dysfunction in the lumbar region. Effective from October 1, 2024, the new code, M62.85, categorises dysfunction of the multifidus muscles as a distinct clinical condition. Multifidus dysfunction is often linked to acute injuries in the lower back. When such injuries occur, the brain may inhibit the neural drive that activates the multifidus muscle, leading to decreased muscle…

Mavenir, a leader in cloud-native network infrastructure, has been recognised for its innovative work in improving the energy efficiency of 5G networks. The company has been awarded the Leading Lights Network Energy Efficiency Award for its cutting-edge 5G User Plane Function (UPF) solution, which has delivered substantial energy savings for mobile network operators. The solution, which incorporates advanced technologies, has been praised for its ability to provide significant power savings even under high traffic loads. Mavenir’s UPF has achieved a 40% reduction in power consumption when operating at 100% traffic capacity. The company attributes much of this efficiency to its…

The Paris Peace Forum returns this year with an impressive roster of high-level participants, including French President Emmanuel Macron, Unesco Director-General Audrey Azoulay, and Gilbert Houngbo, Director-General of the International Labour Organization. Oleksandra Matviichuk, the 2022 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, will also take part, adding further prominence to the 7th edition of this annual global event. Scheduled to take place at the Palais de Chaillot, the 2024 Paris Peace Forum is themed “Wanted: A Functioning Global Order.” It will host a series of high-level discussions, addressing some of the most pressing global challenges across four central themes: Peace, Geopolitics and…