Prejudice

New Survey Reveals that Almost 80 per cent of Women Face Ageism in the Workplace

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Monday, February 26, 2024

The survey explores the nuances of ageism and its impact on women in the workplace.

Key Points: 
  • The survey explores the nuances of ageism and its impact on women in the workplace.
  • More than 80 per cent (80.7 per cent) have witnessed women in the workplace being treated differently because of their age.
  • Survey participants expressed the belief that age is often inappropriately correlated with perceived performance and success, a bias that disproportionately affects women.
  • The survey, Exploring the Impact of Ageism on Women in the Workplace, demonstrates that age-based discrimination is an issue impacting women in the workplace across countries, organizations, industries, and sectors.

Emancipation Proclamation: Renewed Call for Federal Recognition Highlights Black and Jewish Unity Efforts - NewsBlaze

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Saturday, February 24, 2024

Black and Jewish Unity's initiatives are as varied as they are impactful.

Key Points: 
  • Black and Jewish Unity's initiatives are as varied as they are impactful.
  • In a time when the fight against racism and antisemitism requires unwavering resolve, the efforts of Black and Jewish Unity embody the spirit of collaboration and resilience.
  • Black and Jewish Unity cordially invites journalists and media representatives to delve deeper into the significance of the call for federal recognition of the Emancipation Proclamation Day.
  • To enrich coverage, Black and Jewish Unity offers exclusive images that capture the essence of the mission and the vibrant community that stands behind this initiative.

VOLKSWAGEN ENGINE COOLANT PUMP SETTLEMENT APPROVED IN CANADA

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

REGINA, SK, Feb. 21, 2024 /CNW/ - A settlement in Canada has been reached with Volkswagen to resolve allegations of issues with primary engine coolant pumps in certain 2008-2021 Volkswagen and Audi vehicles.

Key Points: 
  • REGINA, SK, Feb. 21, 2024 /CNW/ - A settlement in Canada has been reached with Volkswagen to resolve allegations of issues with primary engine coolant pumps in certain 2008-2021 Volkswagen and Audi vehicles.
  • Volkswagen completely denies any and all wrongdoing or liability, however its motivation in reaching the settlement is to ensure customer satisfaction and confidence in its vehicles.
  • The parties agreed to settle the class actions in Canada on a without prejudice or admission basis, by way of mutual concessions.
  • Details about the class actions, proposed settlement, and available benefits can be found at canadianwaterpumpsettlement.ca or by contacting the Settlement Administrator at 1-866-642-0774.

CHIMICLES SCHWARTZ KRINER & DONALDSON-SMITH LLP ANNOUNCES A CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT IN KUKORINIS V. WALMART INC., CASE NO. 8:22-CV-02402-VMC-TGW, SUMMARY NOTICE OF PROPOSED CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A CASH PAYMENT FROM A CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT.

Key Points: 
  • YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A CASH PAYMENT FROM A CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT.
  • All Class Members who do not timely and validly request exclusion from the Class will be bound by any judgment entered in the Action.
  • If you exclude yourself from the Class, you will not receive any payment from the Settlement.
  • Your objection must be mailed to each of the following recipients, such that it is postmarked no later than May 22, 2024:

Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossmann LLP Announces Notice of Pendency and Proposed Settlement of Stockholder Class and Derivative Action Involving Holders of Sirius XM Holdings Inc. Common Stock as of the Close of Trading on January 5, 2024

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Monday, February 19, 2024

OF STOCKHOLDER CLASS AND DERIVATIVE ACTION,

Key Points: 
  • OF STOCKHOLDER CLASS AND DERIVATIVE ACTION,
    TO:  All holders of Sirius XM Holdings Inc. ("Sirius XM" or the "Company") common stock as of the close of trading on January 5, 2024 (the "Settlement Date") (the "Settlement Class").
  • Certain persons and entities are excluded from the Settlement Class by definition, as set forth in the full Notice of Pendency and Proposed Settlement of Stockholder Class and Derivative Action, Settlement Hearing, and Right to Appear (the "Notice"), available at www.SiriusXMStockholdersLitigation.com .
  • YOUR RIGHTS WILL BE AFFECTED BY A CLASS AND DERIVATIVE ACTION LAWSUIT PENDING IN THIS COURT.
  • All questions about this Summary Notice, the proposed Settlement, or your eligibility to participate in the Settlement should be directed to the Settlement Administrator or Plaintiff's Lead Counsel.

US election: how Trump and his followers use offensive humour to make prejudice acceptable

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Friday, February 16, 2024

Hannity asked Trump to guarantee he would not abuse his power or seek retribution if he was reelected in 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Hannity asked Trump to guarantee he would not abuse his power or seek retribution if he was reelected in 2024.
  • But evidence suggests that Trump may, in fact, abuse power and seek retribution if he regains the presidency.
  • For example, Trump hinted that he will use the Department of Justice to persecute his political adversaries.
  • So Trump’s jokey response may tell the truth, or at least a distorted version of the truth.
  • But what’s different is the type of humour that Trump and the politicians that follow him indulge in.
  • Telling an offensive joke serves up prejudice and hatred with a side order of irony.
  • Delivered with a nod and a wink, humour reassures us that it’s all just “a bit of fun”.

Joking aside

  • In his 1905 book The Joke and its Relation to the Unconscious, Freud argued that jokes – especially offensive ones – reveal our inner urges.
  • We are trained from an early age to be kind and polite to other people.
  • But offensive jokes let us temporarily pause social prohibitions and flirt with our innermost fantasies.
  • After all, Trump was only joking about being a dictator.


Nick Butler does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

Addressing anti-Black racism is key to improving well-being of Black Canadians

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Anti-Black racism continues to be a major determinant of poor health and social outcomes for Black Canadians.

Key Points: 
  • Anti-Black racism continues to be a major determinant of poor health and social outcomes for Black Canadians.
  • Addressing this racism within Canadian institutions — like the health-care system, justice system, the child welfare system and education — has far-reaching implications.
  • Moreover, in the early days of the pandemic, living in a Black community was strongly correlated with a diagnosis of COVID-19.

Contemporary and historical inequities

  • Black Canadians’ experiences are rooted in contemporary and historical inequities, including Canada’s history of slavery and racial discrimination.
  • Policy formulations still shape access to material resources and contribute to structural inequities in Canada, evident in the pervasive low incomes of Black Canadians.
  • While median annual wages generally increase for the Canadian population, Black men’s wages have remained stagnant.

Black youth mental health

  • Black youth spoke most about racism in our research on their mental health experiences.
  • Read more:
    Black men's mental health concerns are going unnoticed and unaddressed

    Income inequality and insufficient financial resources are complicating factors, impeding many young Black men from getting the counselling they need to improve their mental health.

  • LGBTQIA+ Black youth may face dire situations, experiencing racism within the LGBTQIA+ community and homophobia within the Black community.

Addressing inequities

  • Partnering with Black communities is a crucial component in effective efforts to mitigate inequities.
  • Indeed, it is essential that Black community members participate, to capitalize on their strengths and actively engage in improving their well-being.
  • Through my personal and professional experiences, I’ve had a unique glimpse into the brilliance and strengths of various Black communities, which are often untapped.
  • Institutions must do more than just provide education and develop anti-racist policies; they must also ensure accountability in addressing racism.

Looking ahead

  • However, anti-Black racism has consequences for population outcomes for all Canadians, as we saw during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • These moves will improve health and social outcomes for Black Canadians and generate stronger population outcomes in Canada.


Bukola Salami receives funding from Policywise for Children and Families for a project on mental health of Black youth named in this article

Scheme Effective

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Monday, February 12, 2024

This announcement is not for publication or distribution, directly or indirectly, in or into the United States of America.

Key Points: 
  • This announcement is not for publication or distribution, directly or indirectly, in or into the United States of America.
  • This announcement is not an offer of securities for sale into the United States.
  • The Consideration Shares will be offered and sold for investment purposes only in the United States or to U.S.
  • RTW Bio reserves the right to refuse to accept any subscriptions, resales or other transfers of Consideration Shares to U.S.

Suspension of Trading in Shares

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Monday, February 12, 2024

The Consideration Shares will be offered and sold for investment purposes only in the United States or to U.S.

Key Points: 
  • The Consideration Shares will be offered and sold for investment purposes only in the United States or to U.S.
  • Consideration Shares will be offered and sold outside of the United States to investors that are not U.S.
  • The transferability of the Consideration Shares will be further restricted by the terms of the AI/QP Investor Letter, and any re-offer or resale of any Consideration Shares in the United States or to U.S.
  • RTW Bio reserves the right to refuse to accept any subscriptions, resales or other transfers of Consideration Shares to U.S.

A Fool in Love is delightfully ridiculous and sharp-witted: social satire at its finest

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Monday, February 12, 2024

Van Badham’s A Fool in Love at the Sydney Theatre Company lampoons the modern Sydney vibe: a city obsessed with wealth, status and, of course, love.

Key Points: 
  • Van Badham’s A Fool in Love at the Sydney Theatre Company lampoons the modern Sydney vibe: a city obsessed with wealth, status and, of course, love.
  • We find ourselves in a world obsessed with private schools, linen attire, and the maintenance (if not stock-piling) of funds.

What’s love got to do with it?

  • To sustain his lavish lifestyle and secure the dwindling family fortune, he faces the daunting task of orchestrating the marriage of his eldest daughter, Phynayah (Contessa Treffone).
  • To inherit her eccentric uncle’s remarkable fortune – and maintain her family’s coveted social standing – Phynayah must marry before she’s 30.
  • The tale of making love to Phynayah is not as straightforward as it seems.
  • Beautiful, and soon to be in possession of great wealth, Phynayah could be perceived as a modern catch: but these days suitors want more.

Frothy tales


In this electric and funny rendition directed by Kenneth Moraleda, Badham invites us to comment on the economics of love. While Jennifer Lopez told us “love don’t cost a thing,” economic data would argue otherwise. The aspirational suitors, the “new money”, are from Western Sydney and other “undesirable” burbs. In seeking to seduce Phynayah (or Vanessa), they are swallowed in frothy, silly, hapless tales.

  • If we were to extend back historically, this kind of mating based on wealth, social or cultural is old news.
  • Badham is not only inviting us to reflect on the economics of love but also gender and cultural politics.
  • It is distinctly pervasive for women who are generally represented as having (or being) too little or too much.
  • A Fool in Love challenges us to consider this widening divide and growing social inequity through the lens of the tomfoolery of love.
  • The haves and have nots of linen wardrobes – and also of privilege.
  • Read more:
    Another tale of two cities: access to jobs divides Sydney along the 'latte line'


Lisa Portolan does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.