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CNBC
24-06-2025
- Business
- CNBC
‘Get whatever work you possibly can,' says Danielle DiMartino Booth, highlighting the need for workers to be adaptable in the fickle economy
Danielle DiMartino Booth, a former advisor to the Federal Reserve, recently explained how working to correct the trade deficit and maximizing the output of American companies is now a much taller order amid the current tariffs. In a recent episode of "The Bottom Line," Booth, CEO and Chief Strategist of Quill Intelligence, described how corporations in America no longer have a large financial cushion to weather economic instability. "This is a time for the CEO to be working 20 hours a day and the CFO to be working 18 hours a day," said Booth. "The more efficiently companies are being run today, the greater the prognosis for their survival." Booth also discussed the need to prepare current and future workers for the ever-changing job market in the face of artificial intelligence developments and increasing living costs. For present workers, now more than ever there is a need for community and network, to "get whatever work you possibly can and lean on your relatives" in order for people to "save to the extent that they can and economize where they can," said Booth. And for the next generation of employees, their greatest tool lies in their creativity, according to Booth, in "things that a computer cannot replace" because "we're seeing a wider acceptance and a renaissance of trade." As America adapts to a fickle economic and political landscape, the financial expert warned that the value of the U.S. dollar may ultimately be put at risk. "I hope for my children and my grandchildren's sake one day that cooler heads prevail and that we figure out how to put our fiscal house in order," said Booth, "because it's never ended well for countries that assumed that they would have reserve currency status indefinitely." Watch the video to hear more from Danielle DiMartino Booth about the potential recession the U.S. is facing, what this could mean for corporations across the nation, and what general consumers and citizens alike can do to navigate this current economic and political climate.
IOL News
23-06-2025
- IOL News
Ex-cop held over alleged political 'hit' fails in another bail bid
Bulelani Yosana is currently awaiting trial alongside accused hitman James Easton for the contract murder of Bloekombos teacher and ANC activist Vuyo Dana. Yosana's latest bail appeal bid failed in the Western Cape High Court. Image: File MURDER accused Bulelani Yosana has failed to convince the Western Cape that the State's case against him has considerably weakened after a Section 204 witness recanted on their statement. Yosana is currently awaiting trial alongside accused hitman James Easton for the contract murder of Bloekombos teacher and ANC activist Vuyo Dana. A trial date is yet to be set for the matter. After a previous unsuccessful attempt, Yosana, a former police officer and ANC branch secretary, filed a new bail bid appeal with the High Court, citing the recanted statement, that a trial date remains unset, and that his bank account is about to be closed for non-compliance with the Financial Intelligence Centre Act. Dana was shot and killed at his home in February 2022 while on his way to work at Bloekombos Senior Secondary School, in Kraaifontein, in what has been alleged to be a politically-motivated killing. Yosana brought the second bail application on the basis that new facts have arisen since the initial bail court (Regional Court) refused to admit him on bail, pending the finalisation of his trial. Yosana and Easton face a variety of charges including a contravention of Section 18 of the Riotous Assemblies Act, conspiracy to murder, and murder. Through his attorney, Yosana submitted that following the bail application hearing, and the appeal, they discovered a statement in which the Section 204 witness recanted what he stated in his Section 204 affidavit. According to Yosana's lawyer, there are no eyewitness accounts that place Yosana on the scene, and he claims that due to the recanting statement, there was insufficient evidence. 'According to Mr Booth (Yosana's attorney), this recanting statement was never discovered by the State, and as such, it alters the overall picture of the State's case. 'In this (newly) discovered statement, the Section 204 witness is recanting what he initially told the police about the involvement of the applicant (Yosana) in the commission of the offences the applicant is arraigned on. Booth advanced the argument that the State case is based primarily on the evidence of the Section 204 witness. 'Booth's argument postulates that if the Section 204 witness has recanted his original police affidavit, wherein he originally implicated the applicant in the crimes, the necessary corollary is that the State's case has since been considerably weakened. According to the applicant, this discovery presents an insurmountable hurdle for the State,' the court record read. The State did not dispute that the Section 204 witness has since recanted his first key pre-trial statement. 'According to the State's heads of argument, the Section 204 witness filed a recanting statement after the residence of the witness was visited by the applicant and after the applicant's arrest. To this end, the State specifically contends that the recanting statement is a product of interference with a State witness,' the judgment further read.
The Star
22-06-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Matthew Booth: Sundowns' defence needs to be ready to weather Dortmund and Fluminense storms at Club World Cup
On Saturday, the Brazilians will face-off against German super team Borussia Dortmund, in what is set to be a spicy affair to say the least. While Ulsan provided a good test for Sundowns, the challenge that awaits them this Saturday (21 June) is very different. And former Sundowns defender Matthew Booth knows that his former team will have to be at their very best if they are to get anything out of Saturday's thrilling encounter. Booth says it is imperative that his former club remain solid against the diverse attacking threats of a European powerhouse like Borussia Dortmund and the flair of Fluminense. 'Adaptation springs to mind. That will be key to the defensive back-4 and CDM,' Booth told Showmax. 'Not only from a change in personnel from game to game but also a change in individual approach to each game in a very diverse group. Pre-match analysis of individual opponents will be key in a tournament of this nature as most one-on-one battles will be of the first time.' The physical demands of a compact tournament featuring top-tier opposition are immense, and Booth offers a glimpse into how Sundowns plans to maintain intensity and discipline. 'Sundowns has given an even spread to their full-backs this season. Expect that to continue in this tournament, during the game and from game to game. For example, Mudau and Morena have rotated beautifully. The CBs and CDM on the other hand should remain as consistent as possible. Throughout the Betway Premiership season, the defensive unit have rarely come under sustained pressure, which would've been a disadvantage going into this tournament if it was not for the CAF CL semi and final where the unit was certainly tested.' Drawing from his own extensive experience battling world-class forwards, Booth's advice to the current Sundowns defenders is clear: to make sure they are well prepared and ready to make an immediate impact. When asked what advice he would give to the current Sundowns defenders on handling the individual brilliance and team dynamics of players from teams like Dortmund and Fluminense, Booth said, 'Pre-match analysis of opposition team, group and individual tactics will be vital and in the game your first action often sets the tone and your confidence for the rest of the game.' Communication and cohesion within the defensive unit are, according to Booth, 'everything when coming up against unknown opponents.' 'Good communication is everything when coming up against unknown opponents as in-game adaptations will occur but more important is the telepathic understanding that a unit like Sundowns has after having played together under nearly every different scenario that has been thrown at them in matches and numerous training sessions.' Ultimately, Booth believes a strong defensive showing from Mamelodi Sundowns at the Club World Cup could be a game-changer for the global perception of African football. 'Southern African teams have a reputation for flair and likewise the North African teams have a defensive one. This perception will change should Sundowns put in a strong defensive performance. The contrast will come from the full back roles of Mudau, Morena, Modiba and Lunga, as these players offer a perfect balance between defensive capability and contributing to the attack by overloading wide and in the final third.' Sundowns group stage results and fixtures: Ulsan HD 0-1 Mamelodi Sundowns Mamelodi Sundowns v Borussia Dortmund: Saturday, 21 June: 18:00 (SA time) Mamelodi Sundowns v Fluminense: Wednesday, 25 June: 21:00 (SA time)
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
School turns pink to teach democracy during student polls
Mangaluru: In a display of creativity and learning, government high school, Machina, in Belthangady taluk, recently transformed into a pink-themed polling centre to conduct its student parliament elections. The unique initiative aims to instil democratic values among students, while promoting gender sensitivity. Inspired by the Election Commission of India's Pink Booth concept, where polling stations are entirely managed by women to encourage female voter participation, the school adopted the model for its campus elections. The idea was brought to life by Venkappa B, the school's social science teacher, with support from staff and students. With 172 students from classes 9 and 10, including 96 girls and 76 boys, the entire election process mirrored that of a real-life democratic setup. The campus was decked in pink, from table covers and chairs to the attire of teachers acting as polling officers, bringing to light the school's commitment to creating a child-friendly and gender-aware environment. The election process followed a strict timeline, beginning with a notification on June 9, nomination filing on June 11, scrutiny on June 12, withdrawal on June 13, campaigning on June 17, and polling on June 18. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Ask A Pro: "I'm 70 with $1.4M in IRAs. Should I convert $120K/Year to a Roth?" SmartAsset Undo Voting was conducted through an EVM app on tablets, and students were required to present their Aadhaar cards, offering a real-world voting experience. For school chief minister's post, four candidates contested, and students even had the NOTA option. Of the 172 students, 164 cast their votes, recording an 95% voter turnout. Yajnesh of class 10 won with 54 votes and was sworn in as chief minister. Aseera Banu secured 41 votes to become the opposition leader. Prathvik and Ashwija polled 39 and 27 votes respectively, with three NOTA votes also registered. Other cabinet positions were filled, and an oath-taking ceremony was held.
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Plea to Aussies as common garden plant explodes in major city: 'Becoming a problem'
Aussies have been urged to inspect their own backyards as an escaped garden plant continues to wreak havoc in a major city. Spanish Moss, a hanging plant that thrives in warm, humid environments, is exploding in Sydney after months of heavy rainfall, prompting a warning to residents from local councils and landcare groups. The ornamental, which is native to tropical and subtropical America, is a common addition for those with a green thumb, but there are concerns gardeners are unaware of just how quickly it can spread and overwhelm larger trees. 'Bush regenerators are raising the alarm as Spanish moss spreads more widely,' Dr Carol Booth, the Invasive Species Council's policy director, told Yahoo News. 'It's an epiphyte — a plant that grows on other plants — and it can infest dozens of native tree species. We've seen turpentines, brush boxes, lilly pillies and cheese trees all severely impacted. It can grow thickly, smothering trees, blocking sunlight, breaking branches and sometimes killing the host by preventing photosynthesis.' Recently, Willoughby City Council in the city's lower north shore urged residents to keep an eye out for the plant, noting it is 'becoming a problem'. 'Please remove it if you can, don't purchase or share the plant. Help protect our trees!' it said online. Nearby Lane Cove Council has issued a similar warning stating Spanish Moss 'is becoming increasingly common in the Sydney region' and 'threatens the local critically endangered Sydney Turpentine-Ironbark Forest and Blue Gum High Forest communities'. 'If you have Spanish Moss growing in your garden, it is recommended that you remove it and dispose of it in your green waste,' the council said. The plant is increasingly being recognised as an environmental weed — particularly in the Sydney region — but it's not currently declared under any laws, Dr Booth said. It has established in the wild in parts of Queensland and NSW, including the Lismore area and Lord Howe Island. 'It spreads readily through fluffy wind-borne seeds or fragments carried by birds, wind or human movement. That makes it particularly hard to contain once it's in the landscape,' Dr Booth told Yahoo. 'Despite the risks, it remains a popular ornamental plant that can be legally sold across the country.' And it's far from the only one, with experts sounding the alarm over another nasty weed — gazania — earlier this month. Despite the South African native flower emerging as a serious invasive threat to native grasslands and grain-growing regions, it's still being sold at nurseries. Escaped garden plants are the primary source of new weeds in Australia, with a whopping three-quarters of all environmental weeds starting out as ornamentals. This has prompted the Invasive Species Council to campaign for stricter regulations on the nursery industry to stop the selling and spreading of such plants, which contribute to over $5 billion in losses each year. 'More than 30,000 plant species have been imported into Australia for gardening, but fewer than a quarter have been assessed nationally for their weed risk,' Dr Booth said. 'Some of our worst invasives — like lantana and blackberry — were once common garden plants. 'Unless governments act, we'll keep selling the next potentially disastrous plant, putting our bushland and protected areas at risk.' 🌼 Imported flower escalating $5 billion threat in Australia 🌳 Woman's 'incredible' 500-year-old discovery hidden behind invasive weed 🌸 Desperate plea over invasive plant threatening 'beauty' of Australia Anyone who finds Spanish moss in their garden is encouraged to remove it, even if they don't live near bushland. 'It can be removed by hand, though this can be difficult on tall trees,' Dr Booth said. 'Herbicides may also work, but there's a risk they could harm the tree it's growing on — so mechanical removal is the safer option where possible.' Residents who are unable to extract the plant themselves can contact their local council for advice. Do you have a story tip? Email: newsroomau@ You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube.
