Uber must consider its drivers in the United Kingdom as employees, and not as independent contractors, the country’s Supreme Court ruled on Friday. The ruling dismisses an appeal by the company against a previous ruling, noting that Uber sets ride rates and exerts significant control over the drivers who use the app.
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Updates on the European Union and Russia
Last week, very strong statements were made by the Kremlin regarding the possibility of ending all ties with the European Union. The tensions between Russia and the European Union are ongoing. Nevertheless, the recent events with Alexey Navalny, and the response by the West, is pushing Russia too far.
Everything You Need to Know About Elevator Shoes
Elevator shoes are shoes that have a thicker section of the insole around the heel. This thickened section of the insole helps the wearer appear anywhere from two to five inches taller.
One of the most popular brands of elevator shoes is guidomaggi, an Italian luxury brand that was founded by Emanuele Briganti. Briganti’s passion for men’s fashion led him to create a high quality elevator shoe.
EU — GDP Contractions Less Than Expected
The gross domestic product (GDP) fell 6.4% across the European Union (EU) and 6.8% in the Eurozone in 2020, according to preliminary data published Tuesday by Eurostat. The contraction, as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, ended seven years of growth in both areas.
Russian — Space Program Launches 2021
The 2020 was not a good year for the Russian space program. Even though, Russia continues to be in the top 3 nations pertaining the space launches. Roscosmos is showing a negative trend. The US remains at the number 1 spot, followed by China. Chinese launches in majority were not successful. Last year, Russia only had 4 out of 11 flights to the International Space Station (ISS).
Side Hustle – How to Turn Your Ideas into Money
If this is the first time you’re hearing of a side hustle, let me elaborate – generally speaking, a side hustle is something you do “on the side” that brings in extra money, in addition to your mainstream of income. The income your side hustle brings in is often directly related to the effort you put in. It can involve spending 1 to 2 hours a week completing surveys or using rebate programs, or it can be a full-fledged business that you grow in the evenings and weekends, spending 10 to 15 hours a week. Side hustles can bring in anywhere from a few hundred to a few thousand a month!
UNCTAD — Global FDI Plummets
Foreign direct investment, affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, plummeted 42% globally in 2020, the United Nations Conference for Trade and Development (UNCTAD) said on Sunday. UNCTAD indicated that the recovery from this indicator would be likely be delayed until 2022.
Russia Withdraws From Open Sky Treaty
The Russian government decided to withdraw from the Open Sky Treaty. The Open Sky Treaty is an important tool for the intelligence gathering purposes by the signatory nations, which include military inspections from the air. The Treaty was signed in Finland in the 1992 by the 27 members.
Low-Key Celebrations Mark End of 2020
On New Year’s Day, almost all parts of the world are quieter than in previous years, without large-scale celebrations or amazing fireworks. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the atmosphere is very different from previous years. People will usher in 2021 with the desire to end the new coronavirus pandemic.
Self Care Tips for Self Employed and Freelancers in 2021
Self-care does not mean taking sweet foods and wearing protecting clothes like face masks, but it means setting aside enough time to put the focus, energy, and resources on yourself. This is important mostly for freelancers who do churn out eye-catching work and usually end up against unresponsive clients and low rates.
Coronavirus Vaccine vs People of Faith
The Coronavirus pandemic continues to spread around the world. Currently, there are over 80 million infected and over 1.7 million deaths around the globe. At present, over 1% of the global population has been infected with the Coronavirus.
Coronavirus — Italy Detects New Variant, Bans Flights from UK
Italian health authorities have detected the first case of infection with the new variant of the deadly coronavirus identified in the United Kingdom, Italy’s Ministry of Health said in a statement on Sunday. The new coronavirus strain has spread across the UK and, according to the British government, can be up to 70% more contagious than the known previous variants.
CORONAVIRUS- European Countries Suspend UK Flights
The Netherlands, Belgium, and Italy announced on Sunday the ban on the arrival of flights from the United Kingdom in their territories, after the appearance on British soil of a new variant of the coronavirus that is said to be 70% more infectious.The ban in Holland is valid for at least the rest of the year.
Paris- 150 Protesters Arrested Over Security Bill
At least 150 people have been arrested in Paris following a tense protest against proposed security laws. Police officers were forced to get into the crowds of the angered protesters in an effort to fish out suspected troublemakers. The country’s interior minister Gerald Darmanin revealed that 142 people had been detained by the police.
Coronavirus — Italy Prohibits Travel over Christmas
Italy has tightened its measures to halt the spread of the Coronavirus even further by banning travel to other regions of the country during the Christmas and New Year period. As per the dictates of the new arrangement, Italians are supposed to stay home over the holiday season.
Pope Appoints 13 New Cardinals in a Restricted Ceremony
Pope Francis today formally appointed 13 new cardinals drawn from four continents and eight countries, in a ceremony marked with strict adherent to coronavirus pandemic spread restrictions hence only a small crowd was allowed to grace it with the venue of the event, St. Peter’s Basilica practically empty.
Western Union Buys STC, Europe Eases Lockdowns
Western Union, the world’s largest money transfer company, spent $200 million to acquire a 15% stake in the digital payment division of STC Group. Saudi Arabia’s largest telecommunications operator said in a statement on Saturday that the acquisition will provide the company with funds and support its long-term expansion plans.
The Impact of CoronaVirus on Travel and Tourism, Globally!
Gone are the days when we used to book flights and buy tickets without thinking about travel bans and restrictions. Unfortunately, everything has changed in the past few months – be it businesses, the education sector, or travel. The travel and tourism sector has massively suffered during the crisis. Not only airlines but almost all major tourist attractions and cruise lines have also been shut down during the pandemic.
Pope Francis Calls Christians to Care for Poor This Christmas
Pope Francis on Sunday urged the faithful not to be self-centered and serve the needy, especially during the forthcoming Christmas season.“If we do not want to live life poorly,” he said, “let us ask for the grace to see Jesus in the poor, to serve Jesus in the poor,” he said in his homily in the Vatican Basilica.
You Are Not Powerless in Your Job Search During Covid-19
You probably never dreamed you’d be in search of a job during a global pandemic. Talk about challenges, right? Okay, before you get down and think your chances just slid to the floor, let’s look at what you can do to make the most of your time, and how you can land that next job interview.
One of the first things to consider is how you present yourself to others. Have you evaluated your personal brand lately? What makes you a valuable candidate to prospective employers? How will you stand out in a crowded marketplace? What transferable skills do you have? What are your strengths and how can you amplify them? Consider what courses are available to help you stay competitive in your industry. By evaluating your personal brand, you’ll get an overarching view of how potential employers see you.
Coronavirus — Netanyahu Addresses Global Conference
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed COVID-19 vaccines and other ways of ending the pandemic at a video conference with world leaders. The video conference was hosted by the Chancellor of Austria, Sebastian Kurz, with the participation of the Prime Ministers of Austria, Norway, Denmark, Greece and the Czech Republic.
Agri-food Sector – Three European Champions in the Spotlight
The European agricultural world is in crisis, but not all players have been equally affected by events. Certain industry champions are standing up, ensuring the continent’s agricultural resilience and contributing to its present and future food security.
Although consumers might not realise it, the European agriculture sector has faced a torrent of strife and regrettable circumstances in the years since the 2008 recession. Following the sting on exports of Russia’s 2014 agricultural import ban, 2015 saw the dairy industry further thrown into disarray by deregulation, with long-standing quotas and minimum pricing being jettisoned by the European Commission in favour of liberalisation of the market.
Vienna Attack — Pope Francis Calls for End to Violence
Via the social media platform Twitter, Pope Francis expressed his “pain and dismay” over the Vienna terrorist attack, in which five lives were lost. He demanded an end to violence to build peace “together” in society, and to live without hatred. One of the suspects of the attack, a young man aged 20, was shot dead by police.
Nice Terrorist Attack- French Police Arrest Third Suspect
A third suspect of the Nice terror attack was arrested today as investigations into Thursday’s knife attack on a basilica in Nice (south-eastern France) that caused three deaths. The 33-year-old man was present during the search on Friday night at the home of the second suspect.
Armenia Asked Russia for Help
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has asked the Russian president for help in securing his country. The Armenian Foreign Ministry announced on Saturday (October 31st) that Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan had officially asked Russian President Vladimir Putin to launch an “urgent consultation” on ensuring Armenia’s security.
Coronavirus — Pope Francis to Hold Christmas Without Public
Pope Francis will celebrate this year’s Christmas privately, without the presence of members of the diplomatic corps. The information is courtesy of a letter seen by the Catholic News Agency (CNA), which was sent by the Secretariat of State to embassies accredited to the Holy See.
Italy Closes Social Places in Bid to Halt Virus
Italy’s Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte on Sunday tightened coronavirus restrictions across the country after the country’s number of coronavirus infections skyrocketed. The premier’s move was effected despite the strong opposition from the country’s regional heads and street protests in opposition to curfews.
Europe Locks Down, Oil Plunges, Gold Rises
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), there are currently more than 7.2 million cases of new coronavirus across Europe, and the number of hospitalizations is increasing at an alarming rate. European stock markets fell across the board.There were more than 30,000 new confirmed cases in France in a single day on Thursday.
Italy’s Matteo Salvini Faces First Trial
Italian far-right leader Matteo Salvini on Saturday for the first time appeared in a court in Catania, Sicily, facing charges of preventing the landing of migrants rescued at sea. The former Italy’s Interior Minister is accused of abuse of power and ”kidnapping people” following the order he gave in July 2019 to block the 116 migrants on board the Italian Coast Guard ship “Gregoretti”.
Cardinal Becciu Forced Out by Embezzlement Scandal
Scandals aren’t a new phenomenon in the Catholic Church, the world’s largest Christian denomination. From sexual abuse of young boys by priests and bishops to embezzlement of church funds, amongst others, the Catholic Church has been rocked by quite a number of scandals.
Vatican Opposed to Euthanasia: “Act a Crime Against Life”
The Vatican has expressed it’s opposition to euthanasia describing it as a crime against human life and a bad act, in all occasions and circumstances. It has further criticized the countries that authorize it as complicit in the serious sin. The statement was released today.
France Demands Sanctions Against Turkey
France’s President Emmanuel Macron on Friday said that Turkey wants action against itself . It does not want to understand the way of negotiations. France is also a member of NATO. Recently, France has opposed Turkey over Turkey’s role in NATO and Libya and its ambition for a gas reserve in the Mediterranean.
Online Gigs Going Global
With today’s global world, having an ongoing income, self created inside your home, is now more important than ever. If your kids are staying home or the business where you work is closed, what are some of your options? Most economists are not looking at a fast recovery from the global pandemic as it has been roughly six months and little with COVID-19 has changed.
Seville Defeats Inter Milan, Crowns Its Sixth European League Title
Spain’s Sevilla won the European League title for the sixth time in its history, by beating Inter Milan, Italy, after an exciting match late on Friday evening, August 21, 2020. The final that was held in the German city of Cologne without fans due to the repercussions of the emerging coronavirus. The fans watched the game remotely.
How to Take Advantage of Free Time
Many people like to spend their free time relaxing at home or with friends. They do this to unwind from their 40-hour a week job.
However, you should consider sacrificing a portion of your free time to invest in your career, especially during the global COVID-19 outbreak. Many of you are working remotely during the pandemic, giving you the extra free time you can allocate towards learning a new skill.
Side Gigs – Sell Your Gigs
One of the better ideas for your career is to become your own boss. Today, one of the simplest ways to achieve this goal has arrived: set up a side gig or a second at home gig while you still have a full time job, let your day job provide safety and security until you can make it on your own.
The most exciting part of starting a side gig is that it can create a new and better career with unlimited growth opportunities that you can only achieve by being the owner of your own online gig service. To succeed you need to have an entrepreneurial mindset; you will need a strong drive and see the side gigs as a way to find your future success. If your goal is to be an entrepreneur, and in charge of your own career, then a side gig is a very good way to advance your career. The most immediate reward is making more money on top of your regular pay, especially in a volatile COVID-based economy.
EU, Italy to Help Tunisia Curb Illegal Immigration
Tunisian president, Kais Saied, on Monday met a joint Italian-EU delegation to discuss the growing illegal migratory flows towards the Italian coasts. Among the participants were the Italian Foreign Minister, Luigi di Maio, as well as Italy’s Interior Minister, Luciana Lamorgese.
Coronavirus — Italy Imposes New Restrictions
The Italian government has adopted new restrictive measures, with the closure of disco clubs in the country, and the requirement that masks be worn in open places between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. In some regions of the country, the clubs had been allowed to operate under certain conditions.
EU Punishes Violators of Libya’s Arms Embargo
Germany, France, and Italy have stepped up pressure on violators of the Libyan arms embargo. The three had previously threatened to punish violators of the embargo in mid-July, on the sidelines of an EU summit in Brussels. A list of Turkish, UAE, and Jordanian companies has been compiled.
Gigs for Sale – A Way to Increase Your Freelance Gigs Revenues
Do gig sellers receive enough sales? At Freelance Global Gigs (FGG) Low Cost Marketplace we think that answer is no, but what makes us different is that we are working hard to do something about it. That is why we work so hard to help promote the gigs that post on our low cost platform. Now we have two distinct services to get your name out and digitally market your services globally.
5 Best IP Trackers to Identify IP Addresses With Ease
“The Internet was meant to make the planet a smaller place.” As indeed quoted by Max Waters, this unbelievable invention initiated the journey to digitalization and created a new perspective on virtual intelligence that facilitated a connection beyond geographical boundaries, anywhere on this planet.
Coronavirus — Infections Rising in Europe, Indigenous Leader Dies
France announced that 1,695 new cases of new coronavirus have been confirmed in the last 24 hours. It became the highest daily total of infections in two months. In all, COVID-19 has killed more than 30,000 people in France, making it the third-largest in Europe, after Britain and Italy.
Software Developer to Project Managers: Skill Growth Requirement
From a top view, the skills required to become a successful Software developer is very different from the skills needed to become a successful Project Manager. However, it is worth noticing that almost every software developer’s career journey passes through a point where he or she has to take care of IT projects. In this article, we will pay attention to the skills necessary for every software developer to transition from the role of software developer to project managers.
US Announces Troop Withdrawal from Germany
The United States has announced that it will withdraw 6,400 troops from Germany and relocate 5,400 to other European countries, reducing the number of US troops in Germany by about a third. The move is the largest troop transfer in Germany since the end of the Cold War and could begin next week.
Top 10 SEO Strategies to Perform in 2020
SEO is the process of planning, outlining and implementing strategies to get more organic web traffic. There is continuous growth in SEO strategies from advanced promoting, new patterns to new updates, and devices that upgraded our procedures and systems and perform better by and large but there is always more space for development.
Coronavirus — Italian Region Imposes Fines for Not Wearing Masks
The Governor of Italy’s Campania region, Vincenzo de Luca, approved a new law with fines of up to €1,000 ($1,165) for those who do not don masks in mandatory places. The COVID-19 pandemic is spreading at a high rate, and many citizens have relaxed and aren’t observing protection measures.
The Stabilization of Crypto – Literally!
The year 2009 might seem quite close and quite far from different perspectives but when it comes to the field of technology, there is no question that 2009 is quite distant! It was a time when smartphones were very slowly beginning to trickle in the market and Uber was just a small startup in California. The field of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology is one of the many fields that have grown by leaps and bounds in terms of expertise, acceptance, and relevance.
Top 10 Ethereum Wallets in 2020
Etherum is the second most preferred wallet in the crypto world. It is because of its wallet infrastructure. The Etherum wallet has unique software that works on a decentralized platform and it is secured by the blockchain technology. As the Bitcoin prices are shooting up year after year, people are preferring Ethereum as their choice to invest or to trade with. In this article, let us discuss the top 10 Etherum wallets in the year 2020.
EU Passes Historic Deal After Marathon Talks
In the early hours of Tuesday morning, European Council President Charles Michel announced an historic agreement in a Twitter post. The talks between the leaders of the EU member states lasted a total of more than four days, longer than any other great conference of this union.
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