✍️✍️ Jobs Update ✍️✍️ — December 20
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Hello folks! Just a quick one from us today as we head into the holiday break.
We added a whopping 700 new jobs over the weekend, so be sure to subscribe below or grab yourself a free seven-day trial to see if it’s for you. And we’ll be updating the job board next Monday as usual.
We’ll hopefully speak again one last time before then, but in case we don’t, have yourselves a truly special time. Running ITN has kept me going this year more than anyone could know, and I sincerely cannot wait to keep going bigger and bolder than ever before in 2022.
New jobs and Sophie’s Outside The Newsroom, speak to you all again soon! 🙏
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Outside The Newsroom 🗺️
Europe 🇪🇺
‘Massive Consequences’ if Putin Invades Ukraine: A leaked draft from European Council leaders to the Kremlin revealed that if Russia invades Ukraine, there will be “massive consequences” and “severe cost.” EU officials declined to comment on what measures they would take, as Vladmir Putin has so far mobilized 175,000 troops on Ukraine’s northern, eastern and southern borders.
Malta First Euro Country to Legalize Marijuana: Malta has become the first European country to legalize the cultivation of up to four cannabis plants and possession of up to seven grams of cannabis for personal use for over 18s. While many think the Netherlands was the first to legalize marijuana, possession and trade are technically illegal there, but the government follows a “toleration policy” for soft drugs.
Paris Taxi Firm Suspends Tesla After Fatal Accident: G7, Paris’ largest taxi firm, has suspended its use of Tesla Model 3 cars — which has self-driving features — after a driver lost control and killed one person and injured 20. Transport safety officers accused Tesla of misleading customers regarding its technology, which still requires full control of the vehicle at all times.
Netherlands’ €25bn Livestock Reduction Plan: The new Dutch coalition government confirmed its plan to reduce livestock in an attempt to reduce nitrogen pollution and contain animal manure, quantities of which have spiralled out of control. Dutch farmers protested the plan, which is a first of its kind.
German Plot to Kill Governor: Members of a radical German movement who refuse to take a Covid-19 vaccine, six of whom were arrested but later released, have actively threatened and allegedly plotted to murder the country’s elected politicians. In Germany, which is currently facing the threat of a “massive” fifth Covid wave thanks to Omicron, the unvaccinated are undergoing a nationwide lockdown.
Middle East 🌍
Afghanistan’s Food Crisis: According to the UN World Food Program, an estimated 98% of Afghans are not eating enough, while 70% of families are having to borrow food. The price of food, along with fuel and other staples, rose dramatically after foreign aid was cut following the Taliban takeover earlier this year.
Turkish Inflation Soars: Turkey is experiencing severe inflation after its Lira lost approximately 48 percent of its value against the U.S. dollar this year. After November’s crash, annual inflation rose to 21.3 percent, making the nation reliant on subsidized bread programs to prevent hunger levels from rising. The crash also caused health workers to strike over poor wages and harsh working conditions.
Lebanese Flock Overseas Amid Crises: Lebanon’s economic and fuel crises are forcing many of its citizens to migrate in their tens of thousands, creating a brain drain. So far this year, 77,000 have left the country, 12,000 of whom have gone to Cyprus.
Iran Allows UN to Replace Nuclear Site Cameras: Iran has bowed to pressure from the International Atomic Energy Agency to install security cameras at its Karaj nuclear facility that have been out of action since June this year. The move comes as Iran resumes negotiations with the U.S. to attempt to revive the 2015 nuclear deal.
Libya’s Election Uncertainty: On December 24, Libyans are scheduled to vote for their first president since dictator Moammar Gadhafi died a decade ago. Despite hopes for peace after a long and bloody civil war, the election commission has delayed publishing a list of candidates. Critics warn a delay to the elections could plunge Libya back into violence.
Africa 🌍
UNESCO Adds Congolese Rumba to Heritage List: The Congolese Rumba has joined the Cuban rumba and Jamaican reggae on the UN’s intangible heritage list in the hope of transmitting the region’s “social and cultural values.” Democratic Republic of Congo president Felix Tshisekedi said the news bought him “joy and pride.”
Kenyan Wildlife Devastated by Drought: Severe drought in Kenya is causing both animals and humans to suffer from starvation as their water sources dry up. Since September, the north of the country has received less than 30 percent of its normal rainfall. Approximately 2.1 million Kenyans are facing starvation, and 2.9 million need humanitarian assistance.
Former SA President Zuma Ordered Back to Prison: Former South African President Jacob Zuma will return to prison after a court withdrew the parole he was granted for an undisclosed medical condition in September. Zuma is facing allegations of corruption from his 2009-2018 term, and was imprisoned because he failed to attend an inquiry into them.
Underground Fires Threaten Zimbabwe’s Children: Coal seam fires, which occur when a layer of coal in the earth’s crust ignites, are threatening children’s safety in coal-mining countries such as Zimbabwe where open bush areas are used for defecation due to lack of public toilets. They’re also highly polluting for the environment, representing three percent of the world’s annual carbon emissions and cause 40 tons of mercury to enter the atmosphere per year.
Senegal Drafts Repressive LGBTQ+ Legislation: A group of Senegalese lawmakers have drafted legislation to tighten already-strict laws against the country’s LGBTQ+ community. The proposals would lengthen prison sentences for those accused of activities such as gay sex, which is already punishable by up to five years in prison.
Asia Pacific 🌏
Netflix Slashes Prices in India: In a bid to gain traction in India and compete with rivals Disney and Amazon, Netflix has slashed the price of its basic plan for the first time, by 60 percent. For comparison, the streaming service — which was previously more expensive than its competitors — has just 5 million subscribers in India, compared to Disney+ Hotstar’s 46 million and Amazon Prime Video’s 16 million.
Xi and Putin’s Virtual Summit: In a video call to discuss bilateral relations and international affairs, China and Russia’s leaders acknowledged the countries’ strong alliance amid worsening relations with the West. Both have faced international sanctions — China for abuses against minorities and Russia for the imprisonment of political opponents such as Alex Navalny.
Japan Overstates Economic Data for Almost a Decade: The Japanese government admitted to overstating construction orders data for almost 10 years, pledging to examine the reasons behind the errors to avoid a repeat. Although analysts expect the effects on the country’s GDP to be minimal, the credibility and reliability of Japan’s official data will take a hit.
Thai Dance Gets UNESCO Heritage Status: UNESCO has added a dance variety from southern Thailand known as ‘nora’ to its intangible heritage list, in hope the dance gains more global recognition. The art form, which originated in India, combines singing, dancing and storytelling in showcases that can last up to three days.
U.S. Cuts Taiwan Summit Feed: At a recent U.S.-led democracy summit, a Taiwanese minister who presented a map showing Taiwan and China as separate entities had her video feed cut off, leaving only audio. The U.S.’ decision to invite the island to participate caused controversy, as relations between Taiwan and China are the worst they've been for 40 years.
Latin America 🌎
Leftist Wins Chile’s Election: Gabriel Boric, a 35-year-old left-wing former student leader, has been elected Chile’s youngest ever president with 56 percent of the vote, defeating conservative José Antonio Kast. Boric will replace conservative billionaire incumbent Sebastián Piñera, marking a radical shift to the country’s politics that has been brewing since anti-government protests rocked the country in 2019.
Left-Wing Forces Regain Ground: According to political analysts, Latin American politics made a “decisive shift” to the left this year, after Honduras and Peru both ousted long-serving right-wing governments. Former left-wing Brazilian president Lula da Silva is also likely to replace far right-wing Jair Bolsonaro in next year’s presidential election.
Haitian Fuel Tanker Explosion Kills 75: In Haiti, an explosion caused by a gas tanker that flipped and caused surrounding buildings to catch fire has killed at least 75 people. Civilians were sent to hospitals experiencing a shortage of medical supplies and striking workers in a country reeling from natural disasters and political turmoil.
Mexico City Senators Debate Bullfighting Ban: In Mexico’s capital, lawmakers are preparing to vote on legislation that proposes to ban bullfighting. Bullfighting fans say that anti-bullfighting activists are attacking their sport in the name of wokeness, while activists argue the sport is barbaric and allows animals to suffer. Bullfighting is banned in parts of Ecuador, Spain and other Mexican states.
King of Ranchera, Vicente Fernandez, Dies: Mexican ranchera singer Vicente Fernández has passed away at the age of 81 at his home in Guadalajara. Fernández’ albums sold tens of millions of copies worldwide, and he won three Grammys, eight Latin Grammys and earned a star on the Hollywood walk of fame. Fernández was also associated with a Mexican political party whose members have since been arrested for corruption and was accused of sexual abuse.
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