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🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Are companies hiring disabled people just for show?

A study by IIT Madras and SASTRA University reveals that despite laws promoting equal employment for disabled individuals in India, many companies are hiring only those who are already 'job-ready', neglecting those who require support.

Mar 19 • 02:38 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Minerva Marine and Andreas Martinos Historically Support Kalymnos Hospital

Shipping companies owned by Andreas Martinos have made significant donations to support the Kalymnos Hospital, enhancing its medical equipment capabilities.

Mar 17 • 10:58 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

"The diploma is probably shedding crocodile tears": Veryga’s scathing criticism of Ruginienė

Veryga criticizes Prime Minister Ruginienė for accepting support from tobacco companies after increasing defense spending, suggesting a contradiction in priorities.

Mar 17 • 07:32 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Rammagerðin bears responsibility for the situation that has arisen

The company Rammagerðin is held accountable for the current situation.

Mar 15 • 16:23 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

One by one, who are the 10 business leaders with the best reputation

The article discusses the ten business leaders in Argentina that are recognized for their high reputation within the business community.

Mar 14 • 09:03 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Nidec to Investigate Legal Responsibility of Executives over Accounting Fraud, Possible Lawsuit

Nidec has established a committee to investigate the legal responsibilities of its executives related to an accounting fraud scandal, which could lead to a potential lawsuit.

Mar 13 • 08:53 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Crime & Justice

Former CEO of LSS facility acquitted of causing another's death

Charlotte Högman, a former CEO of an LSS care facility in Sweden, has been acquitted by Svea Court of Appeal of charges related to the death of an employee who was murdered in 2022.

Mar 10 • 10:06 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Why fiscal governance is today's most valuable asset for your company?

The article discusses the evolving role of tax management in corporate governance, highlighting its significance as a crucial component for long-term resilience and viability.

Mar 9 • 08:54 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Already 300 high school students in the school-work project by Allianz

Allianz Italy celebrates the tenth anniversary of its 'Dual School-Work' project, involving 300 students in a work-study integration model inspired by the German dual system.

Mar 9 • 04:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Responsibility of board members in arms companies

The article discusses the responsibilities and legal implications for board members of defense companies in Poland.

Mar 6 • 04:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Workers at top 20 US low-wage firms rely on public assistance, report says

A new report reveals that many employees at top US corporations depend on public assistance due to low wages, highlighting a significant disparity between their earnings and rising CEO compensation.

Mar 4 • 13:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Column 'My Verdict': How far does the duty of supervision of a chief legal officer go?

The article discusses the accountability and supervisory responsibilities of a General Counsel in a corporation, especially in light of a whistleblowing report identifying irregularities.

Mar 2 • 11:07 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Overwork Death During Overseas Duty: Family Questions Company Responsibility Regarding the Hidden Reality of Working Conditions

The article discusses the issue of overwork deaths among Japanese expatriates, highlighting the case of a family advocating for corporate responsibility following the death of a husband and father while stationed abroad.

Mar 1 • 22:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Abia unveils CSR framework to align private sector with community projects

The Abia State Government has launched a corporate social responsibility framework aimed at enhancing collaboration between the private sector and community projects to foster sustainable development.

Mar 1 • 06:11 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Towards a new trust infrastructure

Argentinian companies are facing the dual challenge of strengthening their legitimacy and redefining their role as social actors amidst a transforming political and geopolitical landscape.

Feb 27 • 18:14 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Jean-Louis Bourlanges and Jean-Dominique Senard: "Today, no one really knows who is responsible for what"

Jean-Louis Bourlanges and Jean-Dominique Senard discuss the culture of irresponsibility in both private and public sectors in their report for the Institut Montaigne.

Feb 26 • 19:44 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Bypias is accused of falsifying the origin of clothing – a domestic brand is no longer a guarantee of responsibility

Finnwatch reports that domestic brand Bypias is accused of replacing original labels on clothing with their own, undermining the trust in local garment responsibility.

Feb 26 • 16:38 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Bertelsmann Foundation: Was there sustainability?

A new study indicates that most companies are unlikely to meet their climate goals, raising questions about past commitments to sustainability.

Feb 26 • 13:39 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A Mysterious Announcement from a Controversial Company: Will Reveal Everything Today

A controversial Finnish company plans to address allegations regarding its production practices and corporate culture in a written clarification today.

Feb 26 • 13:38 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Lufthansa takes on its active role in Nazism for the first time and commissions a study about its responsibility

Lufthansa has taken a significant step in acknowledging its historical role during the Nazi regime by commissioning a study on its involvement and the use of forced labor.

Feb 26 • 12:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Miriam González Durántez denounces that Spanish companies did not want to finance a survey about Spanish youth "for fear of losing their contracts and licenses" with the State

Miriam González Durántez criticizes Spanish companies for their reluctance to finance a survey on the youth due to fears of potential repercussions from the government.

Feb 25 • 12:46 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

For Sam Altman, AI would be a convenient excuse for many companies to justify their layoffs

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, criticizes companies for using artificial intelligence as a scapegoat for layoffs that would have occurred regardless of AI advancements.

Feb 22 • 21:02 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

‘Reputation is built with consistent actions, not just statements’: Guillermo Lasso Alcívar, Executive President of Banco Guayaquil

Guillermo Lasso Alcívar emphasizes that consistent action is essential for business leadership and maintaining a strong reputation.

Feb 20 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
Crime & Justice

UK Athletics admits causing death of Paralympian hit on head by pole

UK Athletics has accepted responsibility for the corporate manslaughter of Paralympian Abdullah Hayayei, who died after being struck by a falling metal pole during training in London.

Feb 19 • 07:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

KPMG asks Sydney writers’ festival to delete its name from website after Randa Abdel-Fattah confirmed as speaker

KPMG has requested the Sydney writers’ festival to remove its name from the event's website following the announcement of Palestinian Australian academic Randa Abdel-Fattah as a speaker.

Feb 19 • 03:36 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Josué de la Maza: “I am the visible face of a collective effort that integrates innovation, excellence, and commitment”

Josué de la Maza, the executive president of Nestlé Ecuador, emphasizes the importance of teamwork and community engagement in building trust and reputation.

Feb 18 • 20:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘Landmark’ greenwashing case against Australian gas giant Santos dismissed by federal court

A federal court in Australia has dismissed a significant greenwashing case against Santos, a gas company accused of misleading claims regarding its net zero plans and the nature of its energy production.

Feb 17 • 04:41 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

I often hear the opinion that if someone works for a non-profit organization, they should do it for free, says Radana Deščíková

Radana Deščíková discusses the importance of compensating non-profit workers and the role of corporate social responsibility in supporting communities.

Feb 11 • 17:19 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Why Good Companies in Europe Become 'Disposable Tyrants' in Korea

Plastic waste in South Korea is increasing annually, with only a small portion being recycled, raising concerns over the country’s reliance on single-use plastics despite global trends favoring sustainability.

Feb 10 • 06:55 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

SystemSpecs backs youth innovation to drive growth

SystemSpecs emphasizes the importance of equipping young Nigerians with necessary skills to tackle national challenges as part of their commitment to corporate social responsibility.

Feb 10 • 01:25 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Corporate Social Responsibility and CIT: Cost, Relief or Burden

The article discusses the implications of Corporate Income Tax (CIT) in relation to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in Poland.

Feb 9 • 04:50 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Will ESG bring benefits? Enea sees them in streamlining processes and finances

Enea highlights its new ESG strategy, emphasizing the efforts needed for implementation and the recent EU regulations that ease reporting for smaller companies.

Jan 16 • 03:59 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"I can't play tennis at the moment," says Markus Söder

CSU leader Markus Söder calls for a quick reduction in corporate taxes and more international responsibility from Germany during a retreat, while commenting on the power outage in Berlin, stating it should be evaluated by the Berliners.

Jan 8 • 09:03 UTC

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