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Wanted: More skills for workers as green jobs grow | Context Workers install a rotor blade on a power-generating wind turbine during a construction of a wind farm by Kazakh company Samruk-Energy in cooperation with the Chinese PowerChina Corporation in the Almaty region, Kazakhstan April 7, 2022. REUTERS/Pavel Mikheyev
Better understanding and promotion of green skills is needed for a just transition that protects the climate, nature and people
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WorkDiscover The Remote Arctic Settlements On Svalbard This abandoned Russian mining settlement has become an unlikely tourist attraction. While there are no plans to reopen the settlement with a permanent population, it is being maintained with a handful of caretakers looking after a basic hotel, museum, post office, and restored movie theater.
WorkGeopolitical grains: Utilizing agricultural ETFs in a time of oversupply Despite renewed threats to discontinue the deal, Gilbertie believes Russia is still inclined to renew the initiative. However, prolonged conflict or expansion of the conflict could continue to harm Ukraine grain production, he said, underpinning valuation uncertainty for the commodity regardless of the current oversupply.
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WorkKremlin calls Poland's decision to rename Kaliningrad a 'hostile act' "The current Russian name of this city is an artificial baptism unrelated to either the city or the region," Poland's committee on geographical standardisation said on Tuesday.
WorkRussians near Bakhmut have retreated by up to 2km, Ukrainian official says As well as clashing repeatedly with Russia’s defence ministry, Prigozhin has expressed concerns about a long-promised Ukrainian counteroffensive to recapture some of the territory that Russia occupied after the 2022 invasion.
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WorkRussia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 441 of the invasion Russia may formally denounce the treaty on conventional armed forces in Europe, which it pulled out of in 2015, according to a decree signed by Vladimir Putin on Wednesday. The decree formally appoints the deputy foreign minister Sergei Ryabkov to represent Putin during parliamentary proceedings on denouncing the treaty, which aimed to regulate the number of forces deployed by Warsaw Pact and Nato countries.
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WorkNew York Passes New Laws To Criminalize Illicit Marijuana Sales  Assemblymember George Alvarez of the 78th Assembly District, says, “As a member of the Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Caucus, and as an elected NYS Assembly Member in the Bronx, I understand the complexities surrounding the re-criminalization of cannabis sales and the impact it may have on our community. It is important to acknowledge both the potential benefits and the concerns associated with such a decision.” WorkSouth Carolina's I-95 Stretch Full Of Potholes, Debris  "We are making significant progress on widening, repaving and making safety improvements across our road network," Moore said. "I-95 remains a priority, and there are several projects underway, with more being planned and implemented in the future." | � | | WorkAs The Cronut Turns 10, Dominique Ansel Reflects And Looks Ahead  That’s a great question. When people ask me the most fun part of my job, it’s to observe people, to see their eyes widen, to see the smile on their face. Its so big. And then they turn to share with the people they came with – it’s fascinating to me, the emotions. They’re so happy. That’s the best part of my job. WorkParis Texas' Debut Bridal Collection With Browns Features 7 Cool Styles  With three different boot designs, three platforms, and one crystal-embellished stiletto mule, the collection of versatile styles are designed to be "worn by a bride on her big day, at a hen party or simply on a night out." Sharing a commitment to craftsmanship and luxury, each piece is expertly handcrafted in Italy whilst embodying both Parisian poise and Texan boldness. | � | | WorkThe Best Airlines In America In 2023, Ranked By J.D. Power  So where are things headed? “Continued high demand will make air travel comparatively worse, high demand means higher prices—the key driver of airline satisfaction,” says Taylor. “It will also mean more crowded aircraft. Until the pilot shortage is solved and/or demand lessens a bit, it’s likely we’ll continue to a slight decline in satisfaction.” Work5 Italian Riviera Destinations To Discover This Summer  Long an aristocratic bolthole and independent village, now a suburb of Genoa, Nervi is home to important museums and a historic villas within easy reach of Riviera hotspots like Portofino and Cinque Terre. The art you’ll find here focuses on more recent periods—the Galleria d’Arte Moderna, located in the Villa Saluzzo Serra, has a collection with works from the 1800s to the present, and the Frugone Collections in the Villa Grimaldi Fassio is dedicated to Belle Époque art. The Wolfsonian Museum (Wolfsoniana), is a showcase for paintings, decorative objects and historic media from the collections of American philanthropist Mitchell Wolfson that spotlight key design movements from the late 19th and early-to-mid 20th centuries. The Luxoro Museum (temporarily closed), reaches back a bit further in time, with paintings, furniture and collectables from the 17th and 18th centuries in a villa once owned by the prominent Genoa family of the same name. After visiting the museums you can sunbathe at one of Nervi’s public beaches or at a private club. | � | | WorkWhat you need to know about Eurovision 2023  The correct answer is C. “Corde Della Mia Chitarra.” Italy’s song entry from the 1957 contest clocks in at over five minutes and features rolled “Rs,” sustained vibrato, and finger-picked guitar. Work | � | | WorkThe Biden administration is preparing for the end of Title 42  👪 The US will continue to accept 30,000 citizens each month from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela under its humanitarian parole program. The program is currently being challenged in court by Republican-led states. A trial date is set for June. Work | � | | WorkUS inflation is once again about used car prices  Core inflation—an important measure that strips out volatile energy and food prices and often determines the future of inflation—without used cars and auto insurance would have risen by a mere 0.2% (instead of the 0.4% expected by economists), Dean Baker, an economist who co-founded the Center for Economic Policy Research, said on Twitter. WorkWorkUS inflation rose slightly slower than expected in April  This was somewhat offset by food prices remaining stable and a decline in new car prices. The measure of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) that strips out volatile components like energy and food rose by 0.4% on a monthly basis. WorkGuyana’s environmental protection agency is coming to Exxon's defense  Currently, Exxon operates the Stabroek, Canje, and Kaieteur Blocks. Stabroek, its largest oilfield, is estimated to hold 11 billion barrels of recoverable oil. It produces about 360,000 barrels per day, according to Exxon’s third quarter report in 2022. In April, Exxon announced the development of the Uaru field which is estimated to hold 1.3 billion barrels of oil, and is expected to begin operating in 2026. WorkWorkThe ancient symbol that defines Korea  And if you liked this story, sign up for the weekly bbc.com features newsletter, called The Essential List. A handpicked selection of stories from BBC Future, Culture, Worklife and Travel, delivered to your inbox every Friday. WorkWorkVodafone 3G turn-off sparks internet access fears  If you are reading this page and can\'t see the form you will need to visit the mobile version of the BBC website to submit your question or comment or you can email us at HaveYourSay@bbc.co.uk. Please include your name, age and location with any submission. WorkTwitter will encrypt private messages, says Elon Musk  \"We have made clear that companies should only implement end-to-end encryption if they can simultaneously uphold public safety. We continue to work with the tech industry to collaborate on mutually agreeable solutions that protect public safety without compromising security.\" WorkInterest rates expected to rise for 12th time in a row  If you are reading this page and can\'t see the form you will need to visit the mobile version of the BBC website to submit your question or comment or you can email us at HaveYourSay@bbc.co.uk. Please include your name, age and location with any submission. WorkWarning UK losing £2,300 per minute to fraud  He added that while banks were legally obliged to refund so called unauthorised fraud, they did not have to cover the costs of authorised scams - where victims are tricked into agreeing to send sending money to fraudsters. WorkFirst time buyers: how much can I borrow?  Neither of these schemes are on the scale of Help to Buy, says David Hollingworth at L&C Mortgages. Help to Buy helped ramp up house prices, he adds, making them less affordable for first-time buyers today. WorkJohn Lewis will always be owned by staff, says boss  Ahead of the vote, GlobalData retail managing director Neil Saunders, a former partner at John Lewis, said there was a sense John Lewis had been a \"bit on the back foot\" and slow to react to changes in the retail markets compared with its rivals, such as Marks and Spencer. |
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