Embarking on a journey filled with excitement only to be greeted by the disheartening sight of a lost checked bag is every traveller’s worst nightmare. Thankfully, there are steps to take to avoid having to check a bag in the first place. Byrd Bergeron, travel enthusiast and founder of The Travel Byrds, reveals why steering clear of checked bags is the secret to a seamless and stress-free travel experience. She shares seven insightful tips to ditch checking bags on your next trip. 1. Laundry Liberation Bergeron’s top tip for packing less revolves around planning for laundry during your trip. “Many…
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With CV fraud increasing, employment screening and identity verification expert, Sterling, has warned employers to be vigilant of exaggerated or falsely represented information, regardless of the individual’s seniority. Following reports of experienced candidates applying for roles at high-profile companies, being caught out with falsified qualifications, Sterling has warned that making assumptions over prior vetting is risky. To protect organisations and build trust, it’s crucial to vet that candidates are who they say they are. Sterling has called on employers to ensure they are verifying all relevant applicant details, including confirming the authenticity of training and qualifications regardless of how long…
The debut at Bett 2024 inspires infinite opportunities for engaging and open-ended learning in the classroom – empowering the next generation of students, and innovators. 24 January 2024, London – As part of its mission to bring STEAM into classrooms worldwide, making the skills of the future fun and engaging to learn, Arduino Education has developed Arduino Alvik: an innovative educational robot set to revolutionize the way students of all ages explore robotics and programming. Unveiled at this year’s Bett show in London, the global event for EdTech, this innovative new tool is ready to empower the problem-solvers and engineers of tomorrow,…
Sweet Cherry Publishing, Leicester’s award-winning independent publisher, recently launched Every Cherry, a revolutionary initiative dedicated to providing accessible and engaging reading material for the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) community. Every Cherry stands out for its commitment to inclusivity, utilising many innovative, forward-thinking devices across different ranges to remove as many barriers to reading as possible. Here are five key elements that help to break down those barriers: Simplified Text and Easy-to-Read Fonts: Every Cherry prioritises readability by simplifying the text and using an easy-to-read, dyslexia-friendly font in all books. Ensuring that the joy of reading is accessible to…
Carbon ratings agency BeZero Carbon this year became the only full service ratings agency in the voluntary carbon market (VCM), launching a toolkit enabling customers to assess the risk of any carbon credit type, at any stage of the project lifecycle. The VCM, where businesses and individuals can buy, sell and trade carbon credits to reduce or offset their emissions, is a burgeoning market and is essential to reach net zero – but has been held back by a lack of transparency and integrity. BeZero Carbon’s toolkit helps market participants analyse risk from project origination to retirement, giving buyers confidence…
As a frontrunner in innovation, RENK Group is set to make a pivotal impact at the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) in Dubai, highlighting its commitment to driving advancements toward climate neutrality. Nadine Despineux, CEO of the Marine and Industry-division at RENK, describes in an in-depth interview with TBD Media why the company’s technology is systemically relevant to the success of the energy transition. The interview will be available through reuters.com. At the core of RENK’s mission is a dedication to development and responsibility. The group possesses cutting-edge technologies designed to enhance energy efficiency in traditional industries while offering…
Rethink, reboot and refocus. The welcome message for COP28 is clear in its belief that it is time to recommit to the targets that will look to limit global warming by 2030. The need to continue building a consensus around how the global community will tackle the biggest existential threat to humanity has never been more pressing. Multinational video production company, TBD Media Group, is excited to announce the launch of its COP28 interview series. The campaign will highlight the important sustainability work being done by countless business leaders across the globe. The interview series will provide valuable insight into how…
A new range of whisky and gin subscriptions aimed at premium spirit drinkers offers subscribers the opportunity to co-create new drinks brands Digital Distiller, a new online retailer focused on premium English Spirits has launched a range of specialist spirits subscription services together with an online shop selling a broad range of English Whiskies, Gins and Rums. In addition to the spirits subscriptions and the online shop, Digital Distiller also provides a unique opportunity for the community to co-create several new drink brands each year. A proprietary online platform serves as a hub where members can share ideas and collaborate…
The European Investment Bank (EIB) have signed a financing loan worth over £51million to business school INSEAD for its Europe Campus Reimagination, which seeks to create a more sustainable campus. Sustainable construction and renewable energy, including extracting geothermal energy from the campus and new solar installations, will create a highly energy-efficient campus while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The European Investment Bank is the long-term lending institution of the European Union owned by its 27 Member States. Investment in education and innovation is one of the EIB’s priorities, and it borrows large volumes of funds on the capital markets and lends…
In the spring of 2006, Cynthia Grafton-Holt embarked on a love affair with the enchanting city of Paris, setting the stage for her latest bridal collection, “DREAMS of Paris.” As a highly sought-after British wedding dress designer celebrated for her craftsmanship, Cynthia Grafton-Holt takes us on a journey of love and inspiration that has led to this captivating collection. A Love Story Unfolds: The tale begins with a late Valentine trip to Paris, a city that epitomises love and romance. Cynthia’s journey was anything but ordinary; a lovers’ quarrel almost prevented her from making the trip. Yet, love prevailed, and…