Chris Krogh 
UBS has established a list of nearly 20 “red lines” that prohibit Credit Suisse bankers from engaging in a range of activities as the firm prepares to take over its struggling competitor, potentially as soon as today. The restrictions, developed by UBS’s compliance department, are designed to minimize risk from the transaction orchestrated three months …
In Saudi Arabia, five men have been sentenced to 32 years in prison and 4,500 lashes for holding a Valentine’s Day party with unrelated women, drinking and dancing. The men were caught at a rented rest house in the Al-Farouq area of Buraidah Qassim province by police from the Commission for the Promotion of Virtue …
Scotland’s former first minister, Nicola Sturgeon, was taken into police custody yesterday as part of an investigation into the finances of the Scottish National Party. Sturgeon, who led the party until she stepped down unexpectedly in February, denies any wrongdoing. The arrest is a blow to the party, which is campaigning for Scottish independence. The inquiry, …
The IRONMAN 70.3 event in Subic Bay proved to be a challenging one, as the triathletes participated in tough swim and bike conditions due to the strong waves and windy weather. However, this did not stop John Dedeus Alcala and Ines Santiago from putting on an impressive display of endurance and athleticism. Alcala showcased his …
Alina Herasymenko had no idea that when she fled her home in Ukraine with only her cello, computer, and a little food, she would soon be performing in the Vancouver Orchestra. Herasymenko was born and raised in the Donetsk region, where firsthand experiences of conflict and its impact prompted her family to move to Western …
In Ukraine, the ongoing war with Russia entered into its 16th month with new developments as of Sunday, May 30th. Ukrainian forces reported the recapture of a southeast village, while President Zelenskyy’s chief adviser Andriy Yermak confirmed that Russian troops opened fire at a boat evacuating people from occupied areas. Six individuals were injured during …
On June 11, Yevgeny Prigozhin, the founder of the Russian mercenary force Wagner Group, responded to Russia’s Defense Ministry and its plans to take control of the mercenary forces. In a statement posted on Telegram by his company, Prigozhin stated that Wagner Group will not sign any contracts with Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu. He further …
Former Scottish First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, who was a dominant force in Scottish politics for almost a decade, was taken into custody and questioned for several hours by the Scottish Police on Sunday. The inquiry related to the finances of the governing pro-independence Scottish National Party. Sturgeon was released six hours later without charge, pending …
Silicon Valley Bank’s recent collapse has reignited concerns about lending discrimination in the banking industry, especially when it comes to people of color. Venture capitalist Arlan Hamilton, who founded Backstage Capital, stepped in to help some of the startup founders of color who panicked about losing access to payroll funds. However, such options for those …
The authorities have charged a 31-year-old Syrian refugee with attempted murder after he allegedly stabbed four young children and two adults at a playground in Annecy, France, on Thursday. The suspect, whose name has not been released, has permanent residency in Sweden and a 3-year-old daughter living there. He was also charged with armed resistance …