Posts by Amelia Frost
World Facing ‘Most Complex’ Situation In Decades: WEF
The world is facing the “most complex” geopolitical situation seen in decades, the head of the World Economic Forum (WEF) told AFP Tuesday, warning that turmoil was “impacting global growth”. “It is the most complex geopolitical and geo-economic backdrop we’ve seen in decades,” WEF President and CEO Borge Brende said ahead of a meeting of…
Read MoreJudge Tells Australian Mushroom Murder Jury To Put Emotion Aside
Jury members in the trial of an Australian woman accused of murdering three relatives with a toxic mushroom-laced meal were warned Tuesday to cast aside any “prejudice and sympathy”. After an eight-week trial that is being followed worldwide, the judge addressed the jury before they retire to decide whether to convict or acquit Erin Patterson.…
Read MoreGlamour, Gripes As Celebs Head To Venice For Exclusive Bezos Wedding
Celebrities in superyachts sail into Venice this week for the three-day wedding party of Amazon tycoon Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez, despite irate locals who say the UNESCO city is no billionaire’s playground. The tech magnate and journalist have reportedly invited about 200 guests to their multi-million dollar nuptials in the Italian city, which are…
Read MoreBetter Than Gold: How Ecuador Cashed In On Surging Cocoa Prices
In Ecuador, farmers who bet on cocoa beans rather than bananas, the country’s top agricultural export, are cashing in as a global shortage of the main ingredient in chocolate feeds a price bonanza. Cocoa is now a billion-dollar business in the Andean country, rivalling gold, copper and silver as well as the ubiquitous banana. Near…
Read MoreGender Not Main Factor In Attacks On Egyptian Woman Pharaoh: Study
She was one of ancient Egypt’s most successful rulers, a rare female pharaoh who preceded Cleopatra by 1,500 years, but Queen Hatshepsut’s legacy was systematically erased by her stepson successor after her death. The question of why her impressive reign was so methodically scrubbed has attracted significant debate, but in new research published Monday, University…
Read MoreUS Supreme Court Allows Third Country Deportations To Resume
A divided US Supreme Court paved the way on Monday for the Trump administration to resume deportations of undocumented migrants to countries that are not their own. The unsigned order from the conservative-dominated top court came in response to an emergency appeal by the Justice Department to lift a stay imposed by a lower court…
Read MoreInes de Ramon Outshines Boyfriend Brad Pitt in a Crystal-Covered Boho Gown
At the European premiere of F1: The Movie in London on Monday, June 23, de Ramon wore a beaded gown from Fendi covered in micro-crystals, per People, and carried a matching purse with strands hanging off to create a fringe that, gotta say, looks nice. She kept her beauty look simple with glowy makeup and…
Read MoreTrump Wants Quick Win In Iran, But Goal Remains Elusive
President Donald Trump vowed that his order to bomb Iran would be a one-off and not the beginning of another prolonged US war in the Middle East. But with Trump musing about everything from “unconditional surrender” to regime change, it remains to be seen if the US intervention will remain limited — or if Iran…
Read MoreFrom Bedtime Tales to Foundation Led Television: The Purpose Driven Journey of Trent Brown II
Long before launching an advisory firm or a television network, Trent Brown II found his true purpose as a storyteller during his children’s bedtime routine. What began as heartfelt tales to teach life lessons evolved into the 3T Chronicles, a collection of children’s books inspired by those moments. The project wasn’t about spotlighting himself. It…
Read MoreThriving in a Shifting Economic Landscape: Gavin/Solmonese on Navigating Uncertainty
The current economic climate in the United States is characterized by persistent pressure. Inflation has cooled in some areas. However, the business environment remains unpredictable. More executives are finding themselves in a position of hesitation, unsure whether to act boldly or cautiously. More than any singular market force, this uncertainty largely contributes to destabilizing confidence,…
Read MoreSofia Richie Got a French Bob, and It’s the Coolest Cut for Summer
Summer is the perfect season to switch up your hair look—just ask Sofia Richie. In time for warmer temperatures, the new mom traded in her signature long waves and slicked-back bun for a short haircut. On June 21, Richie shared her fresh bob in an Instagram post with the caption “French Bob @georgecurranhair,” tagging her…
Read MoreNewVines International Founder on How Shifting Cultural Mindsets Can End Generational Poverty in Africa
In most parts of Sub-Saharan Africa, the roots of poverty run deep. Virgil Hughes, founder of NewVines International (NVI), has spent the last decade working with communities in Kenya, Uganda, and the Ivory Coast. His conclusion? To truly break the cycle of poverty, funding alone isn’t enough. What’s required is a profound shift in mindset,…
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