This year's theme ‘The impacts of climate change on occupational safety and health' seeks a drastic shift in political priorities, policy coherence and agenda setting to address climate change, occupational safety and health hazards and risks to workers. With occupational climate-related health risks expected to increase because of climate change, achieving a collective approach to deal with this global health crisis is not a quick fix. We come together to remember those who have sadly lost ()
Leading artificial intelligence companies including OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, Meta and others have jointly pledged to prevent their AI tools from being used to exploit children and generate child sexual abuse material (CSAM). The initiative was led by child-safety group Thorn and All Tech Is Human, a non-profit focused on responsible tech. The pledges from AI companies, Thorn said, “set a groundbreaking precedent for the industry and represent a significant leap in efforts to defend children...
The Wolverines have seven draft picks during the first two days of the 2024 NFL Draft
On Earth Day 2024, OT shines a spotlight on a revolutionary era in architecture — one defined by a profound commitment to sustainability. From the soaring skylines of urban metropolises to the serene landscapes of remote villages, green buildings have become beacons of hope in the fight against climate change. Embracing cutting-edge technologies and innovative design strategies, these architectural wonders stand as testament to humanity's resolve to coexist harmoniously with our planet.In cities...
MONROVIA- Ahead of the celebration of World Book and Copyright Day on April 23, the Director General of the Liberia Intellectual Property Office, Garmai Koboi, has called on all Liberians to rally with her in her quest to renew the Liberia Intellectual Property Office’s commitment to addressing the numerous challenges facing Liberia’s struggling literary industry. []
These new parks will expand Greece's marine protected zones by 80%, ultimately covering 30% of the country's territorial waters.
World Day for Animals in Laboratories, observed every year on April 24, aims to end the suffering of the animals that are used for testing in laboratories around the world and replace them with advanced scientific non-animal techniques. April 24 was selected as it honours the birthday of Hugh Dowding, a staunch anti-vivisectionist and former president of NAVS, Martyn Day, MP for Linlithgow and East Falkirk, said: “Right now, millions of animals endure confinement and experimentation in...
Energy advocacy organization Power the Future has declared April 22 the inaugural “American Fossil Fuel Workers Day of Visibility,” complete with a digital ad campaign — on the same day as Earth Day.
Earth Day 2024: Earth Day is an annual event observed across the globe to demonstrate support for environmental protection. Earth Day reminds citizens of the world of the importance of environment conservation and sustainability, encouraging us to come together and take action for a healthier planet and brighter future. The day raises awareness and inspires change, fostering a deep connection with nature.(Also Read | Uttarakhand's Manaskhand Corridor Yatra to begin from April 22 to popularise...
By Saima Wazed, WHO Regional Director for South-East Asia We mark the World Day for Safety and Health at Work on 28 April every year to promote the prevention of occupational accidents and diseases globally. Our sister organization, the International Labour Organization (ILO), began to observe World Day in 2003 to raise the political profile of occupational health and safety, and to fulfil the integral ‘advocacy’ component of their Global Strategy on Occupational Safety and Health. Given that...
May 2nd is World Password Day. Despite the computer industry telling us for decades that our passwords will soon be gone, we now have more than ever!