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Zoho CEO divides internet: Living in Bengaluru and not learning Kannada disrespectful
1 month, 1 week ago

Zoho CEO divides internet: Living in Bengaluru and not learning Kannada disrespectful

India Today  

Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu ignited a fiery debate on social media by urging people who have made Bengaluru their home to learn Kannada, as not doing so is “disrespectful”. Journalist Chandra R Srikanth replied to the post, pointing out the irony of people readily learning European languages while travelling abroad, but reluctant to pick up local languages back home. Responding …

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One of Aussie cricket's biggest stars divides fans with controversial act during game: 'It's a dog move'
2 months, 2 weeks ago

One of Aussie cricket's biggest stars divides fans with controversial act during game: 'It's a dog move'

Daily Mail  

Marnus Labuschagne has come under fire for selecting a rather unusual fielding set-up during Queensland's Sheffield Shield curtain-raiser against Western Australia. Marnus Labsuchagne has left fans divided over a bizarre fielding set up during Queensland's opening Sheffield Shield match Labuschagne opted to bowl several overs during the first innings, and was seen reconfiguring his field just before bowling to WA's …

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‘I’m in hell’: How rising heat is amplifying India’s social divides
5 months, 3 weeks ago

‘I’m in hell’: How rising heat is amplifying India’s social divides

Al Jazeera  

As intensifying climate conditions make work harder and more dangerous, many families ask how they will survive the ‘unbearable’ weather. “I’m leaving my studies and looking for a job now,” said Suraj, speaking at the family home. “How are we supposed to cope with this heat?” Increasing temperatures and humidity have drastically affected the working hours for millions in India, …

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Emerson Collective, Laurene Powell Jobs’ org, looks to local leaders to bridge divides
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Emerson Collective, Laurene Powell Jobs’ org, looks to local leaders to bridge divides

Associated Press  

Francine Spang-Willis wishes the landscape of the Crazy Mountains near Livingston, Montana, could speak for itself. Spang-Willis is one of a dozen new fellows announced Wednesday by the Emerson Collective, Laurene Powell Jobs’ philanthropy organization. “And what knowledge can they bring to the table?” This year, Emerson Collective’s fellows are all local leaders pursuing projects of their own creation through …

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After winning MCD elections, AAP divides Delhi into 12 zones for administration
2 years ago

After winning MCD elections, AAP divides Delhi into 12 zones for administration

Live Mint  

Days after the ruling Aam Aadmi Party won the full majority in MCD elections and is the frontrunner for the post of Mayor, the government of Delhi has decided to divide the Union Territory into 12 zones and give the responsibility of three zones each to four senior leaders of the party. The 12 zones are Civil Lines, Rohini, Najafgarh, …

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Talk of race, sex in schools divides Americans: AP-NORC poll
2 years, 8 months ago

Talk of race, sex in schools divides Americans: AP-NORC poll

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Americans are deeply divided over how much children in K-12 schools should be taught about racism and sexuality, according to a new poll released as Republicans across the country aim to make parental involvement in education a central campaign theme this election year. “All that that’s happening these days kind of goes against the longer history of school …

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Most Americans trust elections are fair, but sharp divides exist, a new poll finds
3 years, 1 month ago

Most Americans trust elections are fair, but sharp divides exist, a new poll finds

NPR  

Most Americans trust elections are fair, but sharp divides exist, a new poll finds Enlarge this image toggle caption Kaz Fantone for NPR Kaz Fantone for NPR A majority of Americans trust that elections are fair, are confident in their state and local governments' ability to administer elections, and will trust the results in 2022 and in 2024 regardless of …

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On Portland’s streets: Anger, fear, and a fence that divides
4 years, 4 months ago

On Portland’s streets: Anger, fear, and a fence that divides

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — The party at the Salmon Street Springs fountain, a riverfront landmark in the heart of Portland, was just getting started. “The people of Portland are saying, ‘We don’t want this presence here and we don’t think we need them at all.’” As she spoke, small pods of three to four protesters dressed in black circulated in the …

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Black Lives Matter protests in Portland: Anger, fear, and a fence that divides
4 years, 4 months ago

Black Lives Matter protests in Portland: Anger, fear, and a fence that divides

India Today  

The party at the Salmon Street Springs fountain, a riverfront landmark in the heart of Portland, was just getting started. “The people of Portland are saying, ‘We don’t want this presence here and we don’t think we need them at all.’” As she spoke, small pods of three to four protesters dressed in black circulated in the crowd, stopping every …

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