ETA, FEI strengthen coordination to resolve tax issues efficiently
Rasha Abdel Aal, Head of the Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA), emphasized the ongoing collaboration with the Federation of Egyptian Industries (FEI) to address tax-related challenges faced by its members. This partnership aims to strike a balance between upholding state revenue rights and providing necessary support to taxpayers…
Study suggests algal blooms disorient whales, putting them in danger
When certain algae flourish in the sea, they produce neurotoxins that can sicken both humans and marine animals. Acute exposure to these toxins is known to kill whales and other marine mammals outright, but many carry the toxins chronically without displaying obvious symptoms. The authors of a new study suggest these chronic exposures may nonetheless…
Military-backed conservation ‘without firing a single shot’: Interview with Nepal’s Babu Krishna Karki
KATHMANDU — In the 1970s, Nepal’s government faced major challenges conserving the fertile flood plains of the country’s south. The region is the natural habitat of the iconic greater one-horned rhino (Rhinoceros unicornis) and Bengal tiger (Panthera tigris), and their populations were declining rapidly due to poaching and conflict with humans…
Indian town trials virtual solar fences to reduce conflict with elephants
A small town in southern India has rolled out an innovative solar-powered “invisible” fencing system designed to alert residents of approaching wildlife. The system makes some residents feel safer, but several challenges remain before it can effectively prevent human-elephant conflict, reports contributor Gowthami Subramaniam in a video produced by Mongabay India…
AI & Humans: A Perfect Harmony for Elevating the Hotel Guest Experience
In the rapidly evolving landscape of hospitality, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) with human touch is crafting unparalleled guest experiences…
Your time in service over, MURIC tells IGP, warns against extension
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has warned against tenure extension for Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun. Prof. Ishaq Akintola, the Executive Director of MURIC, in a statement on Monday, stated that extension could discourage efficiency, breed division, and diminish public confidence in the police force…
Ebonyi herdsmen attack, flagrant disregard to human life –Nwifuru
Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Governor of Ebonyi State, Francis Nwifuru, has described the attack on Amagu, Nkalaha community in Ishielu Local Government Area by armed herdsmen as flagrant disregard to the sanctity of human life. The attack which occurred on Sunday led to the loss of over 10 lives with properties worth millions of naira destroyed…
SPECIAL REPORT: From checkpoints to cash points: Sordid tales of how policemen, military officers extort motorists in S/E
Nigeria Police, Army turn security check points to cash points in the South East zone Motorists, passengers relive ordeals in the hands of the police, army on the high Rights groups condemn the act, call for immediate action as police, Army keep mum on the ugly trend Motorists and indeed passengers plying Federal highways in…
FEC approves $1.07bn for health sector reform
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved 1.07 billion dollars for healthcare sector reforms under the Human Capital The post FEC approves $1.07bn for health sector reform appeared first on National Accord Newspaper…