‘Painful concessions’: Zelenskyy on Donald Trump’s 28-point Russia-Ukraine peace plan; what’s proposed

A 28-point peace framework, reportedly drafted by US and Russian officials with Trump’s backing, proposes Ukraine cede territory and weapons. Kyiv would recognize Russian control over Crimea, Luhansk, and Donetsk, and abandon NATO aspirations. The plan also outlines US security guarantees tied to compensation and financial benefits for Washington.

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Policy experts, civil society from Asia Pacific discuss country positions ahead of plastics treaty talks

Ahead of crucial global plastic treaty negotiations, Asia Pacific policy experts emphasized the region’s pivotal role in addressing plastic production and pollution. They highlighted challenges like industry influence and the need for legally binding obligations to reduce plastic production. Experts urged a human rights-centric approach, warning against voluntary measures that could undermine the treaty’s effectiveness…

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Jack Dorsey on Elon Musk’s $1 trillion pay package: ‘This is not about compensation. It’s about …’

Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey has publicly supported Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s proposed $1 trillion pay package. Dorsey stated the compensation is about ensuring a principled engineering approach for the company’s future. This support comes as Tesla shareholders prepare to vote on the package at their annual general meeting today, November 6.

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JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns: America is going the way of Europe, we better start…

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon issued a dire warning, stating the US faces European-style economic decline if anti-business policies persist. He urged immediate action to reverse excessive regulation and taxation, which he believes drive companies away and ultimately harm lower-paid citizens. Dimon highlighted states like Florida and Texas as successful models for growth-friendly policies.

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