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Anna-Carin Svensson joins Dr. Sandie Morgan as they explore how Sweden's decision to punish buyers instead of victims has reshaped who feels safe coming forward — and how that same principle is now being applied to hold online exploitation accountable.Chapters(00:00) - Introduction: Sweden's Principle That Changed Everything (01:07) - The Equality Model: Why Sweden Criminalized Buyers, Not Sellers (07:37) - What 25 Years of Data Actually Shows (09:16) - When Exploitation Moves Online: Updating the Law for the Digital Age (14:37) - Why Multidisciplinary Collaboration Is Non-Negotiable (18:41) - The Gap Between Good Laws and Correct Application (25:02) - Prevention Starts Before the Warning Signs (29:51) - Hope, Humanity, and the Road Ahead Anna-Carin SvenssonAnna-Carin Svensson serves as Sweden's Ambassador to Combat Trafficking in Persons, representing Sweden in multilateral anti-trafficking efforts including at the United Nations. In this role, she has participated in high-level discussions related to the appraisal of the UN Global Plan of Action to Combat Trafficking in Persons, including the side event "Proactive by Design: Leveraging Multidisciplinary Collaboration and Digital Innovation to Prevent Human Trafficking."Previously, Svensson served as Director-General for International Affairs at the Swedish Ministry of Justice, where she led Swedish delegations in international human rights forums and oversaw Sweden's implementation of international legal obligations, including under the Convention against Torture. Across her career, she has consistently emphasized state responsibility, institutional accountability, cross-government coordination, and the importance of translating legislation into effective practice.Key PointsSweden's Sex Purchase Act, introduced in 1999, was a landmark legal shift that criminalized the buyer of sexual services rather than the seller, placing the state firmly on the side of the more vulnerable party in the transaction and signaling that prostitution is a harm to all of society — not just to the individual.A 2010 official evaluation of the law found measurable results: street prostitution decreased, criminal networks were deterred from establishing trafficking operations in Sweden, and public attitudes shifted significantly — evidence that law can have both a direct and a normative effect.As exploitation moved online, Sweden updated its legislation in 2025 to extend the same principle into the digital space, criminalizing the purchase of live, on-demand sexual acts performed remotely — because if something is illegal offline, it must be illegal online.Many victims who had been coerced into performing live cam shows said the new law would have made it easier for them to refuse, illustrating how legal frameworks can shift power back to the exploited person even before a crime is prosecuted.Correct application of the law matters as much as the law itself — broad training across all professions, not just specialized units, is essential so that any first responder can recognize a victim, give an appropriate initial response, and connect them to the right support.Multidisciplinary collaboration is not optional: criminal justice, social services, civil society, health professionals, schools, and international partners must all work in concert, because victims often feel safer disclosing to a social worker or nonprofit than to law enforcement, and that trust must be honored.Digital literacy and healthy relationship education must begin before exploitation happens — teaching young people to recognize manipulation, loverboy tactics, and online red flags is one of the most important prevention investments a society can make.Hope lies in the growing global community of organizations and individuals bringing creative, collaborative solutions to every aspect of this problem — and in the simple recognition that for every challenge, there are many possible answers.ResourcesEnding Human Trafficking PodcastGlobal Center for Women and Justice (GCWJ)UN Global Plan of Action to Combat Trafficking in Persons – 2025 AppraisalSweden's Sex Purchase Act – Swedish Gender Equality AgencySweden's 2025 Online Sexual Acts Legislation – Library of Congress SummaryTranscriptClick here to view the episode transcript.

In part two of our Making Tax Digital mini-series, Heather Self is joined by Jonathan Athow, Director General, Customer Strategy and Tax Design at HMRC, for a special Q&A episode. This conversation offers listeners the opportunity to hear directly from HMRC on one of the most significant changes to the UK tax system in recent years. In an insightful and practical discussion, Jonathan answers the key questions on everyone’s minds, including how the beta testing has progressed, what challenges taxpayers, agents and businesses may face as MTD expands, and how they can prepare ahead of the launch date. Heather puts the important issues front and centre, ensuring the conversation tackles both strategic aims and real-world concerns. This episode provides valuable clarity on Making Tax Digital and is essential listening for anyone preparing for the next phase of digital tax reporting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Jaramillo, director general para North Latam de Barry Callebaut by Diario La república

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En este episodio hablamos con Gabriele Zanetti (Perfumería Júlia) y Dhiraj Chhabria (Fund Grube) sobre la alianza que está redefiniendo el sector en España y Andorra.Una colaboración que suma más de 350M€ de facturación y 140 puntos de venta, con planes concretos: desarrollo de marca propia, nuevo concepto de tienda, sinergias operativas y expansión estratégica.Pero la conversación va más allá de los números.Analizamos cómo evolucionar el modelo de retail en un entorno cada vez más experiencial y visualmente impactante, sin caer en la sobreactuación ni diluir la esencia de marca.Estrategia, identidad, crecimiento y visión a largo plazo.Un episodio clave para entender hacia dónde se mueve el retail especializado.

In the latest episode of our Courageous Leaders podcast series, Ibec CEO Danny McCoy is joined by Kevin Bakhurst, Director General of RTÉ, to discuss the link between a responsible media, a thriving economy, and a cohesive society.  As part of Ibec's "Open for Business" campaign, this conversation explores how our global reputation for openness and inclusion, is a fundamental driver of our economic resilience. Danny and Kevin delve into a critical reality: while Ireland has become a global leader in progress, that success is now under pressure from divisive narratives.  Kevin shares insights on RTÉ's mission to foster an informed public conversation, the lessons learned from sustaining credibility during crises, and the role of leadership in "holding the line" for facts and inclusion. Thank you for listening. To explore all of Ibec's podcast offering, visit here. Make sure to follow Ibec Podcasts to stay up to date with new episodes.

La empresa de artículos religiosos, Pripimar, ha sido galardonada con el Premio Pyme del Año 2025 en Albacete, que otorga la Cámara de Comercio y el Banco Santander. Se trata de un empresa familiar que cuenta con 50 años de historia en su sector y que es proveedor de referencia a nivel nacional de artículos religiosos. Hablamos con el Director General de Pripimar, Santos Prieto Solera, que nos cuenta los orígenes, los valores y la visión de la empresa. Desde una pequeña estancia en el Pasaje Lodares se empezó a gestar a manos de Santos Prieto Trigán lo que hoy en día conocemos como la empresa puntera a nivel nacional en artículos religiosos y protocolarios, Pripimar. La empresa nació en los años 50 cuando el periodista Francisco Solera Moreno fundó Solera Publicidad, el negocio que marcaría posteriormente el camino de toda la familia. Aunque no fue hasta 1975 cuando se creó Pripimar, una empresa que combina el esfuerzo por lo artesanal, la innovación constante y los valores, trasmitidos generación en generación. Ahora, con más de medio siglo de historia, es una empresa moderna, tecnológicamente avanzada y en la senda de la empleabilidad y la formación en el entorno albacetense

La Fundación ONCE ha presentado oficialmente su nueva entidad dedicada exclusivamente a la baja visión, convirtiéndose en la quinta fundación especializada de la organización. Este proyecto busca asistir a las personas con patologías visuales severas que no llegan a la ceguera total, ofreciéndoles herramientas digitales, acceso a bibliotecas sonoras y programas de inserción laboral. Durante el evento en Murcia, se destacó que cerca de trece mil ciudadanos de la región podrían beneficiarse de estos servicios diseñados para mejorar su autonomía diaria. Expertos médicos y autoridades locales resaltaron la importancia de la prevención y la formación adaptada para enfrentar las dificultades en tareas cotidianas. El testimonio de usuarios reales subraya que esta iniciativa representa una nueva esperanza para quienes buscan mantener su independencia a pesar de sus limitaciones físicas. • Candy: Es una usuaria de la ONCE natural de Alicante y vecina de Beniel que padece baja visión y aporta su testimonio personal.• Conchita Ruiz: Es la Consejera de Política Social, Familia e Igualdad de la Región de Murcia.• Ángel Sánchez: Es el Director General de la ONCE y artífice de la nueva Fundación ONCE Baja Visión.• Juan Carlos Orejón: Ejerce como Delegado Territorial de la ONCE en la Región de Murcia.• Edmundo Usón González: Es médico oftalmólogo, optometrista y profesor de optometría en la Universidad de Murcia

Mike joins I-Chung Lai, President of The Prospect Foundation. Prior to current role, he held several prominent positions within Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party, serving as Executive Director of the DPP Mission to the United States and as the Director General of the Department of International Affairs. They discuss the PLA's increasing operational abilities and Taiwan's potential response to counter a blockade, how Taipei is interpreting the evolution of Chinese foreign policy towards Taiwan and the purge of Chinese general Zhang Youxia, Taipei's assessment of U.S. foreign policy and posture in the Indo-Pacific, and much more.

Armando Ojeda, director general de la Uaesp by Diario La república

Title: Episode 84: Climate change and FSC – Setting the stage, featuring Subhra Bhattacharjee, Director General at FSC International, and Valarie Courtois from the Indigenous Leadership Initiative Author(s): Worm, Loa Dalgaard Description: Climate change is already reshaping forest ecosystems around the world, with profound implications for how forests are managed, governed, and protected. In this first episode of the Climate Change and FSC mini-series, we set the stage by zooming out and exploring why climate change matters for forests — and why systems like FSC must adapt in response. Host Loa Dalgaard Worm is joined by Subhra Bhattacharjee, Director General at FSC International, and Valarie Courtois from the Indigenous Leadership Initiative. Together, they unpack how FSC understands climate change as both a mitigation and an adaptation challenge, and why accounting for climate risks is becoming essential for sustainable forest management and for societies more broadly. The conversation explores how climate change is already affecting forests on the ground, from increasing wildfire and insect outbreaks to changes in wildlife behaviour and ecosystem stability. It also examines the difference between climate mitigation and adaptation in a forestry context, the economic and social costs of inaction, and the role of incentives, markets, and certification in supporting climate-resilient forest stewardship. Drawing on Indigenous knowledge systems and global perspectives, this episode highlights why planning for climate change is no longer optional, and how collaboration, leadership, and action across sectors are needed to safeguard forests and the communities that depend on them. This episode opens a three-part series focusing on how climate adaptation is being integrated into forest management standards and on-the-ground practice.

Trăim într-o perioadă în care toți simțim economia, chiar dacă nu urmărim cifrele zilnic.Prețurile au crescut, ratele sunt mai mari, iar sentimentul general este că lucrurile merg mai greu și mai imprevizibil.Ce se întâmplă, de fapt, cu economia globală? Cum stă Europa în acest context? Și, mai ales, unde se află România: suntem într-o zonă de risc sau într-o perioadă de ajustare normală? Salvează tehnologia economia? Marian Hurducaș discută în această ediție despre starea economiei – pe înțelesul tuturor – cu Horia Braun Erdei, Director General și Președinte al Consiliului de Administrație al Erste Asset Management, economist cu peste 20 de ani de experiență în analiză macroeconomică și piețe financiare.Cei doi încearcă să traducă mișcările din economie, inclusiv cifrele mari – inflație, dobânzi, deficit – în lucruri concrete: ce înseamnă pentru oameni, pentru firme și pentru deciziile pe care le luăm în fiecare zi.Articolul Sub mandatul populismului, piețele financiare sunt dominate de percepția de risc este disponibil aici.

En este nuevo episodio del Rodcast, conversamos con Eduardo Leyva, Director General de Banca Patrimonial y Privada de Banco Multiva, sobre el panorama actual de la banca patrimonial, la toma de decisiones financieras estratégicas y la importancia de una correcta planeación del patrimonio en un entorno económico cambiante.A lo largo de la charla, abordamos temas clave como la gestión responsable del capital, la visión a largo plazo en las inversiones, el papel de la banca privada en el crecimiento empresarial y personal, así como los retos y oportunidades que enfrentan hoy los clientes de alto patrimonio. Eduardo Leyva comparte su experiencia, visión y análisis sobre cómo construir y proteger el patrimonio con una estrategia sólida, informada y alineada a los objetivos de cada perfil.

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𝐋𝐚 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐨𝐰𝐥 𝐋𝐗, 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭 Vídeo especial desde San Francisco en el que entrevistamos a Rafa de los Santos, Director General de la NFL en España, sobre todo lo relacionado con el partido de Madrid y lo ocurrido en esta temporada

Y llegados a febrero, el mes del AMOR, no puede faltarnos una nueva Dosis Semanal correspondiente a la saga: “Hoteleros Conscientes”. En esta colección, exploramos cómo las experiencias personales, la espiritualidad y el crecimiento interior pueden transformar radicalmente nuestro liderazgo empresarial. ✅¿Sabes que puedes formar parte de la Comunidad RevenueKnowmads y que tenemos descuentos de entre un 15 y un 40%? ¡Aquí tienes toda la información!: 👉https://www.revenueknowmads.com ✅¿Quieres aprender más sobre revenue management, marketing, distribución, ventas y comercialización hotelera?. Te invito a que te suscribas a Hotel Marketing School: 👉https://hotelmarketing.school/ ✅El GRAN LIBRO del COACHING HOTELERO es una guía práctica que combina conceptos de coaching con estrategias específicas para la gestión hotelera. Si deseas profundizar en el tema, te recomiendo leerlo al completo. ✅Si quieres formar parte del Club del Hotelero Feliz, aquí te dejamos el enlace para que puedas unirte a su grupo de WhatsApp: 🔗https://chat.whatsapp.com/JodZmMOmtye.. 🏨👶Familias felices e isla consciente En esta nueva entrega nos sumergimos en una historia de liderazgo, especialización y humanidad en el corazón de Menorca. Tumeu Janer, Director General de Royal Son Bou Family Club, nos comparte las claves de un modelo hotelero que ha logrado posicionarse como un referente en el turismo familiar, poniendo siempre a las personas, y especialmente a los niños, en el epicentro de su estrategia. 👨‍💼 De Ayudante de Recepción a Director General: Una vida en "casa" La trayectoria de Tumeu Janer es todo un ejemplo de crecimiento y lealtad. Comenzó su andadura en el hotel en 1997 con apenas 18 años como ayudante de recepción. Tras un breve periodo de dos años fuera, regresó con la sensación de "volver a casa", ascendiendo progresivamente hasta asumir la dirección general en 2011. 👑 La filosofía Royal Son Bou: "Los niños van primero" Si algo define a este establecimiento es su segmentación muy coherente. Mientras la tendencia actual se inclina hacia el “adults only”, Royal Son Bou apuesta por ser un espacio donde los niños son los reyes. ✍️¡Prepara tu cuaderno, y afila el lapicero, porque esto es oro puro! En esta entrevista, junto a Jaime Chicheri, nuestro invitado nos comparte algunas revelaciones clave de un modelo hotelero que ha logrado posicionarse como un referente en el turismo familiar. Además, descubrimos su faceta más humana a través de la Beca Family Care y su colaboración con UNICEF, demostrando que la hotelería consciente tiene un impacto real en la sociedad. 📚PARTICIPA en el CONCURSO de DOSIS SEMANAL dónde puedes GANAR UN LIBRO En Dosis Semanal seguimos adelante con el concurso dónde regalamos un libro para los más fieles seguidores de nuestra audiencia. Para participar, debéis estar atentos al contenido del episodio y responder correctamente a la pregunta planteada al final del mismo. ¡Esperamos vuestras respuestas!. 🎧ESCUCHA el EPISODIO al COMPLETO y DESCUBRE cómo LA PASIÓN y el SENTIDO COMÚN TRANSFORMAN La GESTIÓN HOTELERA ¡no te lo puedes perder! 🤔¿Qué acción extra haces tú en tu hotel para marcar la diferencia? ¡Déjanos tu opinión en los comentarios! ¡Os dejamos con la dosis de esta semana! //////////// ¿Quieres más? 👉 Si quieres seguir aprendiendo con nuestros vídeos semanales te invito a suscribirte a este canal sobre Revenue Management, Distribución, Marketing y todo lo que ayuda a un negocio de alojamiento a crecer (hoteles, rentals, campings, hostales..) donde además hablo sobre estratégias y tácticas para emprender. 👉 Si además quieres seguir mi día a día como emprendedor te animo a visitar mi otro canal https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLGC… 👉Y si quieres que te muestre 7 maneras, algunas de ellas GRATIS, en las que puedo ayudar a personas como tú a 1) Crear marca personal y autoridad 2) Generar ingresos pasivos y emprender 3) Mejorar el Revenue de su negocio 4) Aprender todo sobre Revenue Management (Una estrategia que nace en el sector servicios y de la que muchos negocios deberían aprender), Distribución de producto online - offline, Marketing Digital y Rentabilización de Negocios de cualquier tipo te animo a entrar en https://bit.ly/jch7minutos 👉 También puedes seguir aprendiendo con nosotros, aquí te dejamos acceso a https://www.rkmuniversity.com Se trata del primer MBA en negocios de alojamiento turístico y sus cursos son 100% bonificables y pueden salirte, totalmente, GRATIS. MARCAS DE TIEMPO 0:00 Presentación del episodio: HOTELEROS CONSCIENTES: El MODELO ROYAL SON BOU FAMILY CLUB con TUMEU JANER 10:04 Orígenes y vínculo con el hotel 20:04 El modelo Royal Son Bou: Filosofía, equipo y valores 38:33 Resultados, retos y aprendizajes 48:25 Hotelería consciente: Visión, futuro y aprendizaje 57:09 Preguntas con respuesta rápida 01:01:50 Sorteo del libro 01:03:20 Reflexiones finales y despedida del episodio

A las 12.00 en nuestro debate ponemos el foco en la financiación residencial y en cómo se están reconfigurando banca, deuda alternativa y equity. Todo esto se abordará en profundidad el 17 de febrero en el Real Estate Financing Forum, con mesas sobre Basilea III, deuda alternativa, coinversión, fondos europeos, financiación de industrialización y cómo estructurar capital para desbloquear oferta. Hablaremos de todo ello con; Javier Piñeiro – Director de Negocio Promotor & RE de Banco Santander Bernat Martínez, Director General de TQ Eurocredit, Diego Bestard, Fundador y CEO de Urbanitae Jacobo Diaz de Bustamante, Director de Inversiones de IZILEND

Ireland take on France in the opening match of the Six Nations tonight, and some fans have decided to head to the cinema to watch it...With Omniplex cinemas screening the match, we're joined by Mark Anderson, Director General of the Omniplex Cinema Group, Shane Byrne, former Ireland rugby player and Orla McElroy, Sports Editor of the Irish Mail on Sunday

En este nuevo episodio de AutoFM ponemos el foco en dos de los grandes motores de cambio del sector del automóvil: la inteligencia artificial y la nueva estrategia europea de movilidad y mercado. Un programa coral en el que participan Antonio R. Vaquerizo, Fernando Rivas, Javier Quilón, Rubén Gómez, José Lagunar y Álex Moya, junto a invitados de primer nivel como Diego García, redactor de Car and Driver; Roberto de Celis, Director General de Negocio Digital & Clasificados en Vocento y Director General de Premium Leads; Lucía de Bonilla, CEO de Bonilla Motor y presidenta de Motormind.io; y Mikel Garrido, CEO de SEVIMA y experto en innovación normativa en automoción. El programa arranca con el análisis en profundidad del nuevo programa Auto+, el plan de ayudas aprobado por el Gobierno para impulsar la compra de vehículos electrificados fabricados en Europa. Desgranamos cómo funcionan las ayudas, que pueden alcanzar hasta 4.500 euros en turismos, 5.000 euros en furgonetas y camiones ligeros y hasta 1.500 euros en motos y cuadriciclos eléctricos, explicando el sistema de porcentajes acumulables, los límites de precio y las condiciones de fabricación europea que permiten acceder al importe máximo. Además, repasamos los 5 coches más vendidos en España en enero de 2026, las marcas que lideran el mercado y qué nos dicen estos datos sobre la evolución real de la demanda. A partir de ahí, el programa entra de lleno en uno de los grandes protagonistas del episodio: la inteligencia artificial aplicada al sector del motor. Analizamos cómo la IA ya está transformando la forma en la que los compradores buscan coche, comparan opciones y toman decisiones, y qué supone esto para concesionarios y compraventas. Roberto de Celis nos cuenta su trayectoria profesional y explica qué soluciones existen hoy para integrar la inteligencia artificial en el día a día de los profesionales: desde la gestión del stock y los precios, hasta la captación y cualificación de leads o la personalización de la experiencia del cliente. También abordamos el impacto directo de la IA en los concesionarios, cómo está cambiando los procesos comerciales y qué papel juega en la mejora de la rentabilidad y la eficiencia. Este bloque se completa con un interesante debate sobre la falta de talento en el sector, analizando la situación desde diferentes ámbitos: la empresa privada, la seguridad vial y los grandes grupos de comunicación y reflexionando sobre qué se está haciendo —y qué se debería hacer— para atraer y formar a los profesionales del futuro. El programa también incluye una sección de seguridad vial con Hyundai, centrada en un tema tan importante como poco regulado: la seguridad de las mascotas en el vehículo, una legislación todavía insuficiente y unos sistemas que, en muchos casos, no garantizan una protección real. No falta la ya clásica sección de AutoScout24, donde hablamos de sleepers, esos coches que parecen normales pero esconden auténticas prestaciones de alto nivel, con ejemplos tan especiales como el Volkswagen Passat Variant W8, el Saab 9-5 Aero o el mítico Lotus Omega. Cerramos el programa con las últimas novedades de Car and Driver, contadas por Diego García, incluyendo el rompedor volante del nuevo concept de Peugeot, y una sección de curiosidades que no deja indiferente a nadie: ¿conducir un coche con un joystick es el futuro… o ya lo fue en el pasado? Un episodio completo, actual y lleno de claves para entender hacia dónde se dirige realmente el mundo del motor. Escúchanos en: www.podcastmotor.es Twitter: @AutoFmRadio Instagram: autofmradio Twitch: AutoFMPodcast Youtube: @AutoFM

Mark Garrett, Director General of the Law Society, outlines a new report looking at the justice and courts systems.

Water scarcity is no longer a future risk. It is already reshaping how businesses operate, invest and grow in South Africa. With water demand in Gauteng at record levels and ageing infrastructure under strain, water has become a material constraint on business continuity, supply chains and long-term competitiveness. For many companies, water security is now as critical as energy security. In this episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, recorded after an Investec and Proparco water-resilience event, Jeremy Maggs is joined by Dr Sean Phillips, Director-General of the Department of Water and Sanitation; Helen Hulett, water-security advisor; and Melanie Humphries, Head of Sustainable Solutions at Investec. Together, they discuss how water risk is moving from the margins of ESG into core business strategy, and what practical resilience looks like for South African companies navigating a water-stressed economy. Key podcast moments: 01:55 - Why Gauteng's water demand is reaching critical levels 02:57 – Why government is calling for a 40% reduction in water use 04:20 – How municipalities can fund infrastructure amid high non-revenue water 07:44 – How business understanding of water risk has evolved 09:07 – How South African businesses are responding to water risk 10:50 – What Gauteng's realistic interim water plan looks like 14:21 – What data companies need to invest smartly in water resilience 15:44 – How companies can understand where their water comes from 16:38 – How businesses should think about the return on resilience investment 17:20 – What water solutions businesses are pursuing and where gaps remain 19:16 – How Investec supports technical partnerships on water resilience 19:59 – Where private sector involvement adds the most value 22:38 – What CEOs should stop and start doing about water risk 23:42 – What government needs most from business in the next five years 24:31 – Closing reflections on partnership and opportunity Read more on www.investec.com/now Hosted by seasoned broadcaster, Jeremy Maggs, the No Ordinary Wednesday podcast unpacks the latest economic, business, and political news in South Africa, with an all-star cast of investment and wealth managers, economists and financial planners from Investec. Listen in every second Wednesday for an in-depth look at what's moving markets, shaping the economy, and changing the game for your wallet and your business. Investec Focus Radio SA

Join the global sugarcane community in Delhi to shape the future of sustainable agriculture. Bonsucro Global Week 2026, the flagship event for sustainability in the sugarcane sector, will take place in Delhi, India, from Monday 9th – Friday 13th March 2026. This premier global event convenes sugarcane producers, civil society, brands, and stakeholders from across the supply chain for a unique week of learning, sharing, and connection. The main conference days are Tuesday 10-Wednesday 11th March, with an optional field trip taking place on 12-13th March. Sugarcane Sustainability, Global Week Who is attending? International and national high profile speakers are confirmed, with new announcements each week, representing multiple stakeholder groups in the sugarcane sector: Government representatives Mr Sanjeev Chopra, Secretary, Department of Food and Public Distribution, Government of India Sugarcane producers and millers Deepak Ballani, Director General, Indian Sugar & Bio-Energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA) Roshan Lal Tamak, Executive Director & CEO – Sugar Business, DCM Shriram Avantika Saraogi, Executive Director, Balrampur Chini Mills Rakesh Gangwar, Managing Director, Mawana Sugars Ltd Dr Sankaran Raghu, Head of Quality, EID Parry Sustainability professionals and consultants Ajith Radhakrishnan, Senior Advisor Water Resources Group, World Bank Maj Sapna Nauhria, Industry Director, Microsoft Kiran Wadhwana, Chair Bonsucro Board NGOs and civil society organisations Emanuela Ranieri-Svendsen, Deputy Director – Human Rights, Proforest Prashant Pastore, Asia Head, Solidaridad Asia Aarti Kapoor, CEO, Embode Supply chain managers and buyers Andre Valente, Sustainability Director, Ra?n Irene Arredondo, Responsible Sourcing Manager, Bacardi Julia Clark, Director Sugar Ethics, Tate and Lyle Sugars Why Attend? Network with international leaders and innovators in sustainable sugarcane. Engage in sessions on the latest sustainability trends, regenerative agriculture, and market opportunities. Participate in workshops and debates on certification, climate action, and human rights in the sugarcane industry. Celebrate excellence at the Bonsucro Inspire Awards, recognising outstanding contributions to sustainability. Danielle Morley, CEO of Bonsucro, commented on the significance of bringing the event to India: "India is a dynamic, high-growth sugarcane market that supports the livelihoods of around 50 million farmers and plays a critical role in rural development, food security, biofuels and climate resilience. Bringing this event to India, the world's second largest producer of sugarcane, reflects both the scale of that impact and our commitment to working with partners on the ground to shape a more sustainable future for the sector." Featured Sessions & Highlights Opening Ceremony: Mr Sanjeev Chopra, Secretary Department of Food and Public Distribution, Government of India; Deepak Ballani, Director General ISMA, Kiran Wadhwana, Chair of Bonsucro Board of Directors Keynote: Danielle Morley, CEO, Bonsucro Plenary Panel Discussions: Market dynamics and sustainability in sugarcane Tech-driven transformation in the sugarcane sector Innovations in sustainable fuels and bioproducts Supporting smallholder farmers on their sustainability journey Breakout sessions on measuring GHG emissions, living income and living wage, regenerative agriculture, collective action projects. About Bonsucro Bonsucro is the global platform for sustainable sugarcane, driving positive change through standards, certification, and collective action. Bonsucro's work covers over 2.4 million hectares of certified sugarcane land, impacting more than 285,000 workers worldwide. Find out more about our impact in the latest Bonsucro 2024-2025 Outcome Report: Celebrating our collective impact See more breaking stories here.

En Capital Intereconomía, el Radar Empresarial puso hoy el foco en Apple, la tecnológica consigue mejorar todas las previsiones con todas las áreas de su negocio. Su beneficio neto se dispara un 16% y rebasa los 42.000 millones de dólares. Después tendremos el Foro de la Inversión, donde estará Elena Rico, presidenta de Spaincap, que hará balance del Private Equity. Después tendremos Cripto Capital, espacio que contará con Jesús Pérez, Fundador de Crypto Plaza, Alberto Toribio de Bitso y Mikel Ayala, Director General para Europa Backpacking.

En Capital Intereconomía analizamos en las Claves del Día el anuncio que hará Trump sobre el sustituto de Powell, como han llegado a un acuerdo entre los republicanos y los demócratas para evitar el cierre del Gobierno y también los resultados de CaixaBank, que cerró 2025 con un beneficio récord de 5.891 millones de euros. En la Tertulia Capital, los temas serán la comparecencia de Puente y la última subida del salario mínimo interprofesional. Antes de acabar la hora, el análisis de preapertura lo hace Jesús Sánchez Quiñones, Director General de RENTA 4 Banco.

Rodrigo Ripstein es un empresario mexicano con una trayectoria marcada por la disciplina, la diversificación y la construcción de negocios de largo plazo. Estudió Negocios Internacionales en la Universidad Anáhuac y, durante 23 años, formó parte de Brochas Perfect, una empresa mexicana fundada en 1944 y líder en la fabricación de brochas, cepillos y rodillos. Ahí se formó en la operación real de una empresa, entendiendo lo que implica construir, sostener y escalar un negocio con enfoque en calidad, procesos y ejecución constante.A lo largo de su carrera, Rodrigo también ha participado en distintos proyectos empresariales en industrias muy diversas: All About Media, Pug Seal, Rebel Fitness, entre otros. Desde hace más de 10 años, Rodrigo es Director General de Susalia, una marca mexicana de alimentos saludables que desarrolla botanas y tortillas a base de maíz y nopal, ofreciendo alternativas bajas en calorías, ricas en fibra y con ingredientes naturales, diseñadas para cuidar el bienestar sin sacrificar el sabor tradicional mexicano. Hoy, Susalia se ha posicionado como una de las marcas más relevantes dentro del retail de consumo saludable, con productos como Susalia Flama, Totopos Zaatar y Tostadas de Coliflor, y un portafolio de más de 30 productos. La marca está presente en las principales cadenas de autoservicio de México, así como en tiendas especializadas y plataformas de e-commerce, construyendo una comunidad y lealtad de consumidores altamente reconocida. Rodrigo es papá y, sin duda, un empresario operativo, creativo y resiliente, con un profundo enfoque en el consumidor y en la creación de marcas que perduren en el tiempo.

Invitado: Jorge Ramos, Fundador y Director General de Titanes Futbol ClubEn esta misión,  entre muchas claves, entenderemos como una aparente crisis puede abrir ventanas de oportunidad, si tienes la humildad para aceptarla y leerla bien; de cómo las habilidades de negociación son muy importantes y de la búsqueda de alternativas cuando se trata de la supervivencia de un negocio, entre otros tópicos.

Roberto Díaz, Director General de la Fundación Excelem, asegura que la organización actúa como "pegamento" entre el sector empresarial y los centros de Formación Profesional (FP) para gestionar la donación de material industrial. Muchas empresas de ingeniería cuentan con excedentes de proyectos o productos descatalogados que, aunque funcionan perfectamente, suelen terminar achatarrados por cuestiones burocráticas o contables.La fundación propone canalizar estos recursos, que incluyen desde sensores y autómatas hasta bobinas de cable y componentes electrónicos, hacia los institutos, permitiendo que los alumnos aprendan mediante la asociación física y el maniulado de equipos reales en lugar de la mera memorización teórica. Esta estrategia, que Díaz califica como "multi-win", ofrece beneficios tangibles para todas las partes: las empresas obtienen una deducción fiscal del 40% en el impuesto de sociedades y visibilidad en redes sociales; "los institutos reciben equipamientos que en ocasiones superan los 17.000 euros por centro; y la Administración ve aliviado el coste de estos materiales tecnológicos".

En Capital Intereconomía, el Radar Empresarial puso hoy el foco en Apple, la tecnológica consigue mejorar todas las previsiones con todas las áreas de su negocio. Su beneficio neto se dispara un 16% y rebasa los 42.000 millones de dólares. Después tendremos el Foro de la Inversión, donde estará Elena Rico, presidenta de Spaincap, que hará balance del Private Equity. Después tendremos Cripto Capital, espacio que contará con Jesús Pérez, Fundador de Crypto Plaza, Alberto Toribio de Bitso y Mikel Ayala, Director General para Europa Backpacking.

COVID-19, Africa, health preparedness, pandemic response, vaccine production, health financing, regional collaboration, conflict resolution, health systems, infectious diseases, ghost workers, corruption, inefficienciesIn this conversation, Dr. Jean Kaseya, Director General of Africa's Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), discusses the impact of COVID-19 on the continent. He emphasises the continent's need for improved health preparedness and self-sufficiency. He outlines five key pillars for pandemic preparedness, including health financing, local manufacturing, and digital health initiatives. We also cover the importance of regional collaboration, innovative financing strategies, and the intersection of health and conflict resolution. Dr. Kaseya highlights lessons learned from the pandemic and the necessity of being prepared for future outbreaks, while also addressing the challenges posed by infectious diseases in Africa.Takeaways:*Preparedness is essential for national and global security.*Africa must increase health financing and reduce inefficiencies. *Local manufacturing of health products is crucial for self-sufficiency.*Innovative financing methods can enhance health budgets.*Vaccine nationalism highlighted Africa's dependency on external supplies.*Regional collaboration is vital for effective health responses.*Health outcomes are linked to conflict resolution efforts.*Lessons from COVID-19 inform future health strategies.*The next pandemic is likely to be zoonotic and influenced by climate change.*Addressing infectious diseases requires a multifaceted approach.Chapters00:00Assessing Africa's COVID-19 Experience03:05Pillars of Pandemic Preparedness06:01Innovative Financing for Health08:52Local Vaccine Production and Technology Transfer11:53Regional Collaboration in Health14:51Health and Conflict Resolution17:57Lessons Learned from COVID-1920:49Preparing for Future Pandemics24:11Progress and Challenges in Health Systems27:03Addressing Infectious Disease Outbreaks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Capitulo 237 de Negocios de Otro Planeta conversando con el Dr. Jaime Romano, PhD en Neurociencias de la UCLA, Director General de Neuromarketing, empresa Mexicana, autor de la Neuropiramide de Romano, modelo del que hablamos en el capitulo ademas de su trayectoria e historia de como llego de medicina al Neuromarketing, uno de los iconos de la industria en Latam. Si quieres conectar con Jaime su Linkedin es https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jaime-romano-micha-b116641/ Si quieres conocer su Libro este es el link https://www.neuropiramide.com/ y si quieres conocer su Diplomado este es el link https://neuromarketing.org.mx/diplomado-en-neuromarketing/ Si te gusto el podcast suscríbete, estaré haciendo mas como estos, dale me gusta y compártelo para que otros lo puedan disfrutar.

It's Thursday, January 29th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Evangelical college fired teacher for calling homosexual behavior sin A Christian teacher in England went to court last week to defend his religious freedom. Dr. Aaron Edwards worked at Cliff College in Derbyshire. Three years ago, the Evangelical college fired him after he called homosexuality a sin in a social media post. Edwards is now appealing a tribunal decision that upheld his dismissal with the help of the Christian Legal Centre. Andrea Williams, chief executive of the organization, said, "This case raises serious questions about freedom of religion, freedom of expression, and the lawful limits of institutional authority.” Referencing Acts 4:20, Edwards said he does not regret speaking the truth, saying, “As the apostles said before their accusers, ‘We cannot but speak of what we have seen and heard.'” Euthanasia bill failed in French Senate A bill to legalize euthanasia failed in France's Senate last week.  Political deadlock among lawmakers effectively killed the bill. Gregor Puppinck is the Director General of the European Centre for Law and Justice. He said, “This text was terrible. It allowed euthanasia and suicide by decision of a single doctor, at the oral request of a patient, in three days, without the relatives being informed and able to take legal action.” Canada euthanized elderly woman against her will Meanwhile, in Canada, an elderly woman was tragically euthanized against her will through the country's Medical Assistance in Dying program.  This according to a report by the Office of the Chief Coroner. The report identified the 80-year-old woman as “Mrs. B.” She initially expressed interest in the program. But later, she wanted to withdraw her request, “citing personal and religious values and beliefs.” However, assessors with the euthanasia program approved the killing after her husband reported experiencing “caregiver burnout.” Proverbs 12:10 says, “The tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.” Canada backs off deal with China after Trump tariff threat Canada reached a preliminary agreement with China earlier this month to lower tariffs on certain goods. However, U.S. President Trump criticized the deal. He wrote on Truth Social, “If Canada makes a deal with China, it will immediately be hit with a 100% Tariff against all Canadian goods and products coming into the U.S.A.” In response, Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney backed off the agreement with China. Federal Reserve didn't change interest rate In the United States, the Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged yesterday. The central bank decided to keep its key lending rate between 3.5 percent and 3.75 percent.  The Fed noted, “Available indicators suggest that economic activity has been expanding at a solid pace. Job gains have remained low, and the unemployment rate has shown some signs of stabilization. Inflation remains somewhat elevated.” Fewer U.S. pastors leaving ministry A new survey from the Barna Group found fewer pastors are considering walking away from the ministry. Twenty-four percent of U.S. senior Protestant pastors say they have seriously considered leaving full-time ministry within the past year. That's down from 42 percent in 2022. Pastoral burnout heightened during the COVID-19 pandemic but has been stabilizing since then. The report noted, “Fewer pastors appear to be in immediate vocational crisis, even as many continue to carry fatigue, grief, and uncertainty about the future of ministry.” Today is birthday of Martin Luther's wife And finally, today marks the birthday of Katharina Von Bora, the wife of Martin Luther. She was born on January 29, 1499. Her mother died in childhood and she was sent to a Catholic boarding school before becoming a nun. At the convent, Katharina discovered the writings of Martin Luther. Along with other nuns, she learned about salvation by grace through faith in Christ. This led Katharina and the nuns to ask Luther for help to escape the convent.  Luther was able to help the nuns find husbands and jobs, except for Katharina. The two were eventually married. Together, they had six children.  Author Michelle DeRusha described Katharina as “a woman who risked marrying one of the most controversial men of the time – a man who could have very likely been burned as a heretic at any given moment. She was a woman who raised six children; ran a boardinghouse; oversaw a farm complete with fruit orchards, livestock, and a fishpond; and advised and cared for her husband.” Consider an excellent, full-color, beautifully illustrated children's book about her entitled Katharine von Bora: The Morning Star of Wittenberg. It is co-authored by Shanna and Jenna Strackbein, twin sisters who were homeschooled in Aransas Pass, Texas, by their beloved mother Jenny. Joel Beeke, President of Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary in Grand Rapids, Michigan said, "Boys and girls (and adults too) will love this beautiful book about a godly woman who helped to change the world." Close And that's The Worldview on this Thursday, January 29th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Renue Healthcare https://Renue.Healthcare/ToddYour journey to a better life starts at Renue Healthcare. Visit https://Renue.Healthcare/Todd Bulwark Capital https://KnowYourRiskPodcast.comFind out how the future of AI could impact your retirement during Zach Abraham's free “New Year Reset” live webinar This Thursday January 29th 3:30pm Pacific. Register at KnowYourRiskPodcast.com.Alan's Soaps https://www.AlansArtisanSoaps.comUse coupon code TODD to save an additional 10% off the bundle price.Bonefrog https://BonefrogCoffee.com/ToddThe new GOLDEN AGE is here!  Use code TODD at checkout to receive 10% off your first purchase and 15% on subscriptions.LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE at:The Todd Herman Show - Podcast - Apple PodcastsThe Todd Herman Show | Podcast on SpotifyWATCH and SUBSCRIBE at: Todd Herman - The Todd Herman Show - YouTubeThere's a lot more that needs to be done. Thank God we left the WHO, but they haven't left us, I'll explain...Episode links:I FULLY support the Trump Admin pulling out of the World Health Organization and was proud to see legislation I introduced five years ago during COVID come to fruition. The WHO covered up on behalf of the ChiComms and pushes a leftist globalist agenda. Defund Tyranny.WHO SAYS: “We never imposed lockdowns or vaccine passports.” ALSO WHO: “You must follow lockdowns and use vaccine passports.” The WHO pushed policies that controlled movement and daily life, then denied it. People are NOT buying it.Bruce Alyward, senior advisor to the Director General of the World Health Organisation, pretends to not hear the question when asked if WHO would reconsider Taiwan's membership. Interviewer asks again and he shuts down meeting."We cannot afford to trust the WHO anymore." - Dr. Wahome Ngare from Kenya exposes a World Health Organization sterilization effort disguised as a vaccination campaign.BREAKING: New Study Reveals WHY Regulators Missed the DNA Contamination in mRNA Vaccinesl The answer was hiding in plain sight—and it explains everything.The CEO of Moderna says he is deeply disappointed that the company's vaccines for children are no longer being recommended. He openly confesses that the decline in demand has hurt the vaccine business. He says Moderna no longer expects to invest in new Phase 3 vaccine studies anytime soon because it no longer has access to the U.S. market.

The Greenland crisis has damaged goodwill and trust between the US and Europe and has undermined perceptions of US reliability and trustworthiness. Following the 2026 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, should Europe now pursue independence and begin to decouple from the US? In this bonus episode of Global Security Briefing, we hear from RUSI's Director-General Rachel Ellehuus as she discusses the state of the US-Greenland-Denmark discussions, and the potential lasting impact on the transatlantic relationship and NATO. Rachel's remarks were recorded during a RUSI webinar on Friday 23 January 2026: https://my.rusi.org/resource-library-search.html?information_type=members-event-recordings  In an hour-long discussion, the panellists, including Rachel Ellehuus, the Director General of RUSI, Oana Lungescu, a RUSI Distinguished Fellow and former long-serving NATO spokesperson and Ed Arnold, Senior Research Fellow for European Security at RUSI, focus on the diplomatic, military and geopolitical fallout from the Greenland crisis for the transatlantic relationship. Become a RUSI member today to access the full recording: https://my.rusi.org/membership.html 

Escucha esta noticia: “Máximo Sant ha sido nombrado nuevo Director General de Tráfico con plenos poderes”. Evidentemente, es ficción. Ni tengo el perfil, ni los amigos políticos, ni el interés. Pero este vídeo no es una simple broma; es una declaración de intenciones. Siempre he sido crítico con la gestión actual, que parece ver al conductor y al automóvil como enemigos a batir. Un modelo basado en el "No": no entres a la ciudad, no uses el coche, no pongas el triángulo porque "allá tú". Mi propuesta es radicalmente opuesta: considerar al conductor como un adulto responsable y un aliado. Por eso, en rigurosa exclusiva, os presento mis ideas para una DGT que eduque en lugar de solo castigar: A1. El Carnet "de verdad", el “Modelo Nórdico”: El carnet actual certifica obediencia burocrática, no pericia. Para aprobar debería ser obligatorio pasar por pista deslizante y controlar el subviraje, el sobreviraje y la frenada de emergencia con esquiva. Hay que sentir la física antes de salir a la carretera. 2. Formación continua incentivada: Nadie conduce igual a los 18 que a los 60. ¿Qué os parece un "Plan Nacional de Reciclaje" voluntario? Si haces cursos de conducción segura en escuelas certificadas (RACE, RACC, etc.), obtienes descuentos obligatorios en el seguro y bonificaciones en el Impuesto de Circulación. 3. Límite a 140 km/h (Variable): El límite de 120 km/h es de 1974. Hoy, en autopistas de peaje con buen clima y poco tráfico, ir a 140 mejora la fluidez y reduce el aburrimiento (y el uso del móvil). Eso sí, con paneles variables: si llueve, el límite baja drásticamente. 4. Radares: De la recaudación a la prevención: Adiós a los radares camuflados en rectas. Los cinemómetros deben estar solo en Puntos Negros y señalizados con luces gigantes. El objetivo es que frenes y no te mates, no que pagues una multa dos semanas después. 5. Dinero "Finalista": Se acabó la "caja única". El 100x100 de lo recaudado en multas debe ir, por ley, al mantenimiento de carreteras y a sustituir los guardarraíles "guillotina" por sistemas SPM para motoristas. Si pagas, que sea para arreglar el bache de tu calle. 6. Auditoría de Señalización ("Señalitis"): Sufrimos exceso de información. Hay que eliminar el 30 por ciento de las señales verticales (olvidadas de obras, límites absurdos) para que cuando veas una señal de peligro, sepas que es verdad y la respetes. 7. ITV Lógica o el “Modelo Alemán”: Basta de tratar como delincuente al que mejora su coche. Si montas frenos más grandes, suspensiones de calidad o latiguillos metálicos, la administración debería aplaudirte y facilitarte el trámite, no poner trabas burocráticas. 8. Educación Vial en las Aulas: No una charla al año, sino una asignatura troncal basada en la ciencia. Enseñar Física del Automóvil (energía cinética, inercia, distancias de frenado) en Secundaria para que los jóvenes respeten las leyes de la física, que no se pueden recurrir. 9. Tolerancia 0 con Distracción y Alcohol: El palo para quien se lo merece. Manipular el móvil en marcha es jugar a la ruleta rusa. Endurecimiento drástico de sanciones y retirada directa para reincidentes en móvil, alcohol y drogas. 10. Los Débiles: Empatía Técnica: Enseñar al conductor de coche que el motorista, el ciclista y el usuario de patinete son vulnerables físicamente. Entender que una línea blanca mojada es hielo para una moto o que el rebufo de un SUV desestabiliza a una bici. 11. Bonus Track: Protección del Patrimonio (Licencia H): El coche clásico es cultura, no contaminación. Facilitar la conservación del patrimonio industrial histórico como hacen en Alemania o Francia, en lugar de perseguirlo con etiquetas medioambientales. Estoy convencido de que la represión tiene un límite, pero la educación no. Necesitamos recuperar el orgullo de conducir bien.

For this week's Industry Review, we looked at businesses that operate partly or entirely through the Irish language and asked what that choice means in practical terms for growth, customers, and competitiveness in the modern economy. Joining Anton to discuss is: ● Deirdre Ní Thuathail, Managing Director with Cló Iar-Chonnacht ● Darren Ó Rodaigh, CEO & Founder of Coláiste Gaelchultúr ● Deirdre Ní Choistín, Director General at TG4

Podcast del programa Imagen Empresarial transmitido originalmente el 23 de enero del 2026. Conduce Juan Carlos De Lassé Los entrevistados de hoy: Entrevistado: Octavio de la Torre, presidente de la Confederación de Cámaras Nacionales de Comercio, Servicios y Turismo (CONCANACO SERVYTUR México) Tema: Fitur Entrevista: Luis Luna Ávila, Director General de CSI Tema: CSI y Actualidad de la banca digital en México

Podcast del programa Imagen Empresarial transmitido originalmente el 22 de enero del 2026. Conduce Juan Carlos De Lassé Los entrevistados de hoy: Entrevista: Jacob Levin, Director General de Pomelo en México Tema: Pomel y ronda de inversión

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Send us a textOn Inside Geneva this week: world leaders are gathering in the Swiss mountain resort of Davos, but do they have any answers?“I think we are at an amazing moment in history. We have in our hands the opportunity to do well, to save our own environment, the planet, to take the right decisions to bring humanity onto a good path,” says Marilyne Andersen, Director General of the Geneva Science and Diplomacy Anticipator (GESDA).But will they take that path? Technology is racing ahead.“Human rights, like every other field, are very much under the influence now of what's happening in technology and science. It's one of the destabilising factors right now,” says Jürg Lauber, Swiss ambassador to the United Nations (UN) in Geneva.“I was absolutely sure that a robot can kill a human. We are living in a situation where we don't even have these AI ethics,” says Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of the UN Office at Geneva.“If we just do things when they have already happened, then it's too late and technology has already evolved to the next stage,” says Sylvie Briand, Chief Scientist at the World Health Organization (WHO).International law is being abandoned.“War is a terrible thing, but at some stage in the past, human beings decided to write the Geneva Conventions to at least reduce a little bit the horror of war,” adds Sami Kanaan, former mayor of Geneva.In Geneva, a group is pushing for partnerships between science and politics, so we're ready for the challenges ahead.“Let's take advantage of knowing what is coming to act on it now and not be in reactive mode, not in catch‑up mode,” says Andersen.Join host Imogen Foulkes on Inside Geneva.Get in touch! Email us at insidegeneva@swissinfo.ch Twitter: @ImogenFoulkes and @swissinfo_en Thank you for listening! If you like what we do, please leave a review or subscribe to our newsletter. For more stories on the international Geneva please visit www.swissinfo.ch/Host: Imogen FoulkesProduction assitant: Claire-Marie GermainDistribution: Sara PasinoMarketing: Xin Zhang

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Sean Phillips, Director-General of the Department of Water and Sanitation, about the province’s water challenges leaking pipes, struggling        municipalities, and delayed supply projects and the urgent call for residents to drastically reduce consumption to avoid shortages. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heat pumps sit at the heart of Europe's strategy to cut emissions and reduce dependence on imported gas. Under the EU's REPowerEU plan, the bloc is targeting 60 million heat pumps by 2030. By the end of 2025, almost 30 million units were already installed — progress, but still only halfway to the goal.Gerard and Laurent are joined by Paul Kenny, Director General of the European Heat Pump Association (EHPA), to unpack why adoption has surged in countries such as Japan, Scandinavia and parts of the US, while many European markets continue to lag.After a strong year in 2022, European heat pump sales slowed in 2023 and 2024 amid high upfront costs, a shortage of qualified installers, weaker policy support and an unfavourable price relationship between gas and electricity. Paul explains why confidence is returning in 2025, with 1m heat pumps sold across 13 European countries in the first half of 2025, a 9% increase on 2024.We also look beyond residential heating to the rapid rise of industrial heat pumps, which could become a major decarbonisation tool for sectors requiring heat below 200°C, including food processing and pharmaceuticals. The conversation explores how heat pumps can add flexibility to the power system, in some cases reducing the need for battery storage, and why data centre heat management is emerging as a key new application.As the leading voice of Europe's heat pump industry, EHPA is working to make heat pumps the preferred technology for sustainable heating and cooling — strengthening Europe's competitiveness, resilience and energy security in the process.-----At Redefining Energy, we are excited to be part of International Energy Week, where some of the biggest names in global energy come together for a packed agenda tackling the ideas, technologies, and policies shaping the future. ENGIE's CEO Catherine MacGregor will be speaking, as well as IEA Executive Director Dr Fatih Birol and Shell's CEO Wael Sawan.  Join us there and get 20% off your ticket with the promo code REIEWEEK20. https://www.ieweek.co.uk/--Finally, Gerard and Laurent are invited by Jan Rosenow, professor of energy and climate policy at Oxford university and an energy policy expert, for a live session at Oriel College in Oxford on 25/2/26.    

Fellow ex-minister Edward Timpson sends in a question this week, asking Ed Balls and George Osborne how they stayed mentally and physically healthy during their time in government. The pair share their guide for what all ministers should do to remain fit in and out of office.Shevaun Haviland, Director General for the British Chambers of Commerce, then asks how the ongoing issues with business rates are solved permanently. George explains why this tax is one that causes issues for every government, and the problems inherent to reforming it. A listener sends in a question from Tokyo, allowing Ed and George to delve into the decades-long standstill of the Japanese economy and the cult-like following new prime minister Sanae Takaichi has gained. Finally, George explains why it's easier to make promises in opposition than stick to them in government, revisiting plans by the Tories to downsize government cars before the coalition, and why it didn't work out that way.We love hearing from you, so please don't forget to send all your EMQs to questions@politicalcurrency and make sure to include a voice note of your question. Thanks for listening. To get episodes early and ad- free join Political Currency Gold or our Kitchen Cabinet. If you want even more perks including our exclusive newsletter, join our Kitchen Cabinet today:

This has all the elements of the Hollywood adaptation of the ‘Left Behind' book – the charismatic leader from Eastern Europe, the UN Security Council, and a 7-year peace plan – but this is not a movie, it's very much real life. Welcome to Donald Trump's Gaza Peace Plan, and say hello to Nicolae Carpathia, umm no, I mean Bulgarian diplomat Nikolay Mladenov, the Special Coordinator for Donald Trump's Middle East Peace Plan and Personal Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations. Wow.“For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape.” 1 Thessalonians 5:3 (KJB)On this episode of the Prophecy News Podcast, over the past few months, President Donald Trump has gone above and beyond anything I could have ever hoped he would do as it relates to the end times. As I have told you all many times, I did not vote for Trump to ‘make America great again' I voted for him as God's appointed servant to advance the end times timeline to the breaking point, and today, that's exactly where we find ourselves. Today we will explore the stunning time of Jacob's trouble overtones that swirl in and around in the midst of Trump's Gaza Peace Plan, the rise of the New World Order, and the incredible geopolitical global realignment currently underway. Welcome to Day 2,032 of 15 Days To Flatten The Curve, things are about to get interesting. Crazy interesting.

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Nuestros sesgos cognitivos -entendidos como errores del razonamiento que nos conducen a pensamientos rápidos, emocionales y automáticos- conllevan una importante relevancia política, puesto que revelan cómo utilizamos atajos mentales para tomar decisiones políticas, reforzando los prejuicios que tenemos. ¿Y qué impacto tiene esto en la democracia? Pues mucho, porque los sesgos consolidan burbujas ideológicas y limitan el diálogo democrático constructivo, creando visiones parciales de la realidad política. Acerca de los sesgos de los costarricenses y cómo construimos nuestras decisiones en medio de una acentuada crisis de salud mental, conversamos con el sociólogo y Director General de Demoscopía, José Alberto Rodríguez.

El triángulo de poder en los proyectos de inversiónMuchas empresas se encuentran construyendo sus planes para el próximo año. Una parte esencial de esta planeación es la definición de los proyectos en los que se invertirá. Ya sean iniciativas orientadas al crecimiento, a la transformación de procesos productivos o proyectos obligatorios por normativas, todos comparten ciertas características clave:• El requisito de invertir: adelantar recursos financieros para lograr una mejora.• La expectativa de mejora: más ventas, mayor eficiencia o reducción de riesgos.• La relación entre inversión y retorno: que los académicos suelen medir como Valor Presente Neto (VPN) o Tasa Interna de Retorno (TIR), aunque en el entorno empresarial es más común utilizar indicadores como el Payback Period (plazo de recuperación) o el ROI (rendimiento sobre la inversión).El triángulo de poderEn estos procesos de inversión suele generarse un triángulo de poder compuesto por tres vértices:1. El Director GeneralEs quien debe equilibrar su entusiasmo por nuevos proyectos con la necesidad de mantener la estabilidad financiera que garantice el crecimiento sostenible de la empresa.2. La Dirección OperativaGeneralmente es el origen de los proyectos. Por ejemplo:• El Director Comercial impulsa la expansión del equipo de ventas o la cobertura territorial.• El Director de Operaciones propone modernizar procesos productivos.• El Director de Normativa advierte que, sin ciertos proyectos, la empresa no podrá seguir operando.En esta relación puede surgir el llamado “riesgo de principal-agente”: aunque el Director General tiene la última palabra, el Director Operativo puede tener una agenda propia que lo lleve a promover proyectos que beneficien principalmente a su área. Este riesgo no puede eliminarse por completo, ya que hacerlo podría significar perder iniciativas realmente valiosas.3. Medir el impacto realUna responsabilidad frecuentemente olvidada —incluso en empresas Fortune 500— es la medición posterior. Es fundamental conservar las proyecciones hechas en 2025 para compararlas con los resultados reales. Esto permite:• Ajustar a tiempo si los números no se cumplen.• Mejorar el proceso de selección de inversiones año tras año.El rol estratégico del CFO: convertirlo en un SFOAquí es donde entra el tercer vértice: la Dirección Financiera o CFO, quien debe proteger los intereses financieros de la empresa y priorizar los proyectos que realmente valen la pena. Para convertir al CFO en un verdadero SFO (Super Financial Officer) en la evaluación de proyectos, debe cumplir tres responsabilidades clave:• Desafiar los números operativos: validar que los requisitos de inversión sean adecuados, que no se omitan costos relevantes y que los beneficios proyectados sean alcanzables. Como decía un director financiero:“Como financiero, no solo debes ser el que más sabe de finanzas, sino también el segundo que más sabe de todas las operaciones de la empresa (después del Director Operativo).”• Prepararse para conseguir los fondos: el CFO suele ser quien presenta el proyecto ante bancos o accionistas. Por eso, debe conocerlo a fondo y estar listo para responder objeciones con argumentos sólidos.

Arrancamos 2026 con Pep Martorell para entender qué viene con la IA: del pico de expectativas al “pozo de desilusión” y el salto a la productividad. Hablamos de adopción real en empresas, shadow AI, soberanía tecnológica europea, deeptech y cómo empezar a usar IA sin perderte en el hype. Josep M. (Pep) Martorell es físico y doctor en Informática, experto en políticas de ciencia y tecnología, supercomputación e inteligencia artificial. Ha sido Director General de Investigación en la Generalitat de Catalunya y Director Asociado del Barcelona Supercomputing Center. Actualmente es profesor en Esade Business School, business angel y miembro de consejos de startups tecnológicas.

My conversation with Dr Emanuel begins at about 34 minutes Subscribe and Watch Interviews LIVE : On YOUTUBE.com/StandUpWithPete ON SubstackStandUpWithPete Stand Up is a daily podcast. I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. This show is Ad free and fully supported by listeners like you! Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 750 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous soul In Eat Your Ice Cream, renowned health expert Dr. Ezekiel J. Emanuel argues that life is not a competition to live the longest, and that "wellness" shouldn't be difficult; it should be an invisible part of one's lifestyle that yields maximum health benefits with the least work Ezekiel J. Emanuel, MD, PhD, is the Vice Provost for Global Initiatives, the Co-Director of the Healthcare Transformation Institute, and the Diane v.S. Levy and Robert M. Levy University Professor at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine. Emanuel is an oncologist and world leader in health policy and bioethics. He is a Special Advisor to the Director General of the World Health Organization, Senior Fellow at the Center for American Progress, and member of the Council on Foreign Relations.  He was the founding chair of the Department of Bioethics at the National Institutes of Health and held that position until August of 2011. From 2009 to 2011, he served as a Special Advisor on Health Policy to the Director of the Office of Management and Budget and National Economic Council. In this role, he was instrumental in drafting the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Emanuel also served on the Biden-Harris Transition Covid Advisory Board. Dr. Emanuel is the most widely cited bioethicist in history.  He has over 350 publications and has authored or edited 15 books. His recent publications include the books Which Country Has the World's Best Health Care (2020), Prescription for the Future (2017), Reinventing American Health Care: How the Affordable Care Act Will Improve our Terribly Complex, Blatantly Unjust, Outrageously Expensive, Grossly Inefficient, Error Prone System (2014) and Brothers Emanuel: A Memoir of an American Family (2013). In 2008, he published Healthcare, Guaranteed: A Simple, Secure Solution for America, which included his own recommendations for health care reform. Dr. Emanuel regularly contributes to the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, and often appears on BBC, NPR, CNN, MSNBC and other media outlets. He has received numerous awards including election to the National Academy of Medicine, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the Association of American Physicians, and the Royal College of Medicine (UK). He has been named a Dan David Prize Laureate in Bioethics, and is a recipient of the AMA-Burroughs Wellcome Leadership Award, the Public Service Award from the American Society of Clinical Oncology, Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Society of Bioethics and Humanities, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation David E. Rogers Award, President's Medal for Social Justice Roosevelt University, and the John Mendelsohn Award from the MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. Emanuel has received honorary degrees from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Union Graduate College, the Medical College of Wisconsin, and Macalester College. In 2023, he became a Guggenheim Fellow. Dr. Emanuel is a graduate of Amherst College. He holds a M.Sc. from Oxford University in Biochemistry, and received his M.D. from Harvard Medical School and his Ph.D. in political philosophy from Harvard University. On YOUTUBE.com/StandUpWithPete ON SubstackStandUpWithPete   Listen rate and review on Apple Podcasts Listen rate and review on Spotify Pete On Instagram Pete on Blue Sky Pete on Threads Pete on Tik Tok Pete on Twitter Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page All things Jon Carroll  Gift a Subscription https://www.patreon.com/PeteDominick/gift Send Pete $ Directly on Venmo