Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman, Author at Georgia times

Health

Efficient cold chain for last-mile meds in Belize

The medical field encounters distinctive logistical hurdles, where effectiveness and accuracy are more than just business needs; they are crucial for saving lives. The final stretch in this domain is…

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Investments and Business

Robust performance of the US economy

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

During the last quarter of 2024, the US economy grew at an annual rate of 2.3%, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis. This expansion was below the expected 2.6%…

Investments and Business

Biden sets ambitious emissions reduction target while Trump promises to reverse climate progress

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

President Joe Biden announced a bold plan to reduce U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by more than 60% by 2035, reaffirming his administration's commitment to fighting global warming. This move comes…

Investments and Business

Biden will visit the Vatican and Italy on his final international trip as president

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

US President Joe Biden will visit the Vatican next month, marking what is likely to be his last international trip as president before his term ends. The White House announced…

Investments and Business

NBA introduces new All-Star Game format to increase competition and fan engagement

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The NBA All-Star Game is set to undergo another major transformation, as the league announced a new three-team mini-tournament format for this year's event in San Francisco. Featuring the league's…

Investments and Business

Nissan and Honda are reportedly considering merging for a competitive advantage in the global auto market

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

Japanese automakers Nissan Motor and Honda Motor are reportedly in discussions regarding a potential merger The Nikkei newspaper. The move, which could reshape the global automotive landscape, aims to improve…

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Parliament approves financing law to avoid government shutdown, but battle over debt ceiling looms

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

The Republican-led US House of Representatives passed legislation on Friday to prevent a government shutdown, rejecting President-elect Donald Trump's calls to include billions of dollars in new funding. The bill,…

Science and Technology

Apple accused of monitoring employees and limiting discussions about pay and conditions

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

Apple is accused of illegally surveilling the personal devices and iCloud accounts of its employees, particularly when they discuss pay and workplace conditions. A new complaint, filed by Domingo Amar…

Investments and Business

US new vehicle sales expected to hit highest levels since 2019 due to falling prices and rising inventories

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

The U.S. auto market is poised for its strongest performance in years, with new vehicle sales expected to rise to levels not seen since 2019. Industry analysts expect a recovery…

Investments and Business

Kamala Harris urges resilience as Democrats regroup after election defeat

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

Vice President Kamala Harris appealed to Democrats still reeling from last month's election defeat, urging them to remain steadfast in their commitment to progress. Speaking days before Donald Trump returned…