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Ireland referendums: what went wrong for the government and why double defeat draws a line under a decade of constitutional reform

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Another chapter in that history has played out in the form of resounding defeats for two government proposals aimed at modernising the constitution.

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  • Another chapter in that history has played out in the form of resounding defeats for two government proposals aimed at modernising the constitution.
  • One sought to remove a reference to a “woman’s” life “within the home” and recognise the value of “care” provided to others within the home.
  • Referendums were usually just a procedural requirement, imposed by the constitution, for making certain types of legal changes.

The ‘post-crash referendums’

  • Amid a national crisis of confidence, following a crash of historic proportions, a degree of soul-searching was in evidence.
  • Themes of rebirth and renewal came to prominence within what was historically a conservative (and very stable) political system.
  • A series of high-profile disputes between the church and the state followed over the country’s reckoning with this legacy.
  • Beginning in around 2012, referendums came to be used as part of a distinctive project of constitutional modernisation.
  • The blasphemy referendum removed an arcane criminal offence which some regarded as having been effectively impossible to prosecute anyway.

End of an era

  • Again, this was understood as liberalising and modernising a constitutional framework where only traditional marital families were given constitutional recognition.
  • These referendums showed the limits of the project of constitutional liberalisation that has been conducted since the great recession.
  • It seems unlikely that the problem lay in this liberalisation “going too far”, or in a decisive conservative shift in public opinion.
  • These referendum defeats are therefore likely to draw a line under a recent pattern of symbolic and “expressive” referendum use in Ireland.


Eoin Daly does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

Polymetal International plc: Proposed divestment of Polymetal Group’s Russian business and notice of General Meeting

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Polymetal International plc (“Polymetal”, the “Company” or the “Group”) announces today that it has entered into contracts for the divestment of its Russian business for an effective total consideration of approximately US$3.69 billion (the “Transaction”).

Key Points: 
  • Polymetal International plc (“Polymetal”, the “Company” or the “Group”) announces today that it has entered into contracts for the divestment of its Russian business for an effective total consideration of approximately US$3.69 billion (the “Transaction”).
  • A quick, transparent, and sanctions-compliant exit under the terms of the proposed Transaction serves the interests of all stakeholders.
  • The completion of the divestment will allow the Group to de-risk the Company’s business, deliver stable cash flows and pursue new investment opportunities.
  • The Transaction values the Russian business at approximately US$3.69 billion [1] including third-party debt and intra-group arrangements detailed in the Circular.

Insurance AI, Strategy & More at FOIUSA

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Get registration sorted this week and save $400 on ticket prices - you'll be joining 100s of carriers in the Windy City.

Key Points: 
  • Get registration sorted this week and save $400 on ticket prices - you'll be joining 100s of carriers in the Windy City.
  • Just last week we received bookings from Allianz, Liberty Mutual, Intact, Horace Mann, Kin Insurance, State Farm®, Prudential, Fremont Insurance, USAA, Pacific Specialty, Openly, United Educators & many more.
  • Quality over quantity: No hiding behind a huge attendee list - we're focused on bringing together an audience of insurance carriers, e.g.
  • Allstate, Travelers, AXA XL, Northwestern Mutual, CNA, Principal Financial, RLI Insurance, FM Global, Erie Insurance, Highmark Health, Group 1001, The Hanover, New York Life, The Hartford, Kin Insurance & many more.

StrainsForPains, Inc. Discusses Inspiration, App Technology and CBD Market Entrance with The Stock Day Podcast

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

I financed and worked with Olivia Newton-John's Koala Blue in the 1980's and Richard Diehl's Graphsoft (now Vectorworks) in the 1990's.

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  • I financed and worked with Olivia Newton-John's Koala Blue in the 1980's and Richard Diehl's Graphsoft (now Vectorworks) in the 1990's.
  • I developed regenerative medicine systems with stem cell technology in the 1980's working on umbilical cord therapy to treat genetic diseases, cancers, and inherited disorders.
  • In 2024 we will focus our efforts on the development of our upcoming advanced AI app and our CBD brand that will expand into many products.
  • We will seek to forge a new path in our approach to healthcare, that will expand to CBD products for pets as well as a nutritional app.

Denarius Metals Provides Update on Startup Activities at Its Zancudo Project in Colombia and Its Aguablanca Project in Spain; Announces Grant of Stock Options

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Serafino Iacono, Executive Chairman and CEO of Denarius Metals, commented, "The execution of activities to commence production at our Zancudo Project in 2024 remains on track.

Key Points: 
  • Serafino Iacono, Executive Chairman and CEO of Denarius Metals, commented, "The execution of activities to commence production at our Zancudo Project in 2024 remains on track.
  • The Zancudo Project encompasses three adjoining mining concession contracts and one exploration license covering an area of approximately 1,054 hectares.
  • This permit allows the Company to start mining activities within this area at the Zancudo Project once the Environmental Impact Study ("EIS") is approved by Corantioquia, the local environmental authority.
  • The stock options will fully vest on the first anniversary of the grant date and are exercisable at CA$0.59 per common share for a five-year term to expiry.

Vivid Sydney 2024 Program Unveiled

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Monday, March 11, 2024

SYDNEY, AU, Mar 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - Vivid Sydney, the Southern Hemisphere's largest multi-artform festival, today unveiled its captivating program for 2024.

Key Points: 
  • SYDNEY, AU, Mar 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - Vivid Sydney, the Southern Hemisphere's largest multi-artform festival, today unveiled its captivating program for 2024.
  • Australia's largest event will transform Sydney with mesmerising light installations and 3D projections from Circular Quay to The Goods Line; genre-spanning music performances and creative showcases; a formidable Vivid Ideas program featuring experiences that will open minds; and a mouth-watering Vivid Food program.
  • Staged across Sydney, Vivid Sydney festival locations and venues include Circular Quay, the Sydney Opera House, The Rocks, State Library of New South Wales, Walsh Bay, Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, Barangaroo, Darling Harbour, University of Technology Sydney, The Goods Line, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, Carriageworks, and more.
  • Vivid Sydney 2024 will engage audiences across four pillars: Vivid Light, Vivid Music, Vivid Ideas and Vivid Food.

B5+1 Forum aims to strengthen Central Asian regional economic integration:

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Monday, March 11, 2024

In line with the goals outlined in the New York Declaration of the C5+1 Presidential Summit in September 2023, this Forum prioritizes accelerated regional cooperation, improved connectivity, and a more favorable business environment through the public-private dialogue process.

Key Points: 
  • In line with the goals outlined in the New York Declaration of the C5+1 Presidential Summit in September 2023, this Forum prioritizes accelerated regional cooperation, improved connectivity, and a more favorable business environment through the public-private dialogue process.
  • This Forum represents a year-long collaborative effort with more than 300 experts and 200 business organizations in Central Asia.
  • The upcoming B5+1 Forum aims to address practical solutions to the challenges facing these priority sectors to help increase international investment in the region.
  • Over two days, experts and business community leaders will share their vision for an integrated economic future for Central Asia as a single regional market.

Micron Appoints Robert Swan to its Board of Directors

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Monday, March 11, 2024

BOISE, Idaho, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU), an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions, today announced the appointment of Robert (Bob) Swan to its board of directors.

Key Points: 
  • BOISE, Idaho, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU), an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions, today announced the appointment of Robert (Bob) Swan to its board of directors.
  • Prior to joining Intel, as CFO of eBay, Swan played a significant role in driving the company’s global expansion strategy.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome Bob to our board and look forward to his contributions to our strategic direction and long-term success.”
    In addition to his new position at Micron, Swan is on the boards of several organizations, including the board of directors for Nike, Inc., Flexport and the board of commissioners of GoTo Group.
  • He previously served on the board of directors for eBay, Applied Materials, Intel and Skype.

AmeriCorps Week 2024: Celebrate Millions of Americans Who Answered the Call to Service

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Monday, March 11, 2024

Washington, DC, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WASHINGTON, DC— March 10-16, AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism, celebrates AmeriCorps Week , a week-long celebration observed during AmeriCorps 30th Anniversary, recognizing AmeriCorps programs and offers thanks to millions of members and volunteers for uniting in service.

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  • Washington, DC, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WASHINGTON, DC— March 10-16, AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism, celebrates AmeriCorps Week , a week-long celebration observed during AmeriCorps 30th Anniversary, recognizing AmeriCorps programs and offers thanks to millions of members and volunteers for uniting in service.
  • In September 2023, AmeriCorps celebrated the 30th anniversary of President Bill Clinton signing the National and Community Trust Act to establish AmeriCorps.
  • "For thirty years, AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers have been a vital resource for communities and families in greatest need,” said Michael D. Smith, CEO, AmeriCorps.
  • This AmeriCorps Week, AmeriCorps celebrates the millions of Americans ages 18 and older, who have served with AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps Seniors programs.

SUNNOVA ENERGY INTERNATIONAL INC. (NYSE: NOVA) DEADLINE ALERT: Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reminds Investors of the Deadline to File a Lead Plaintiff Motion in a Securities Class Action Lawsuit Against Sunnova Energy International Inc.

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Monday, March 11, 2024

NEW YORK, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bernstein Liebhard LLP:

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  • NEW YORK, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bernstein Liebhard LLP:
    Do you, or did you, own securities of Sunnova Energy International Inc. (NYSE: NOVA)?
  • If you purchased or acquired Sunnova securities, and/or would like to discuss your legal rights and options please visit Sunnova Energy International Inc.
  • If you purchased or acquired Sunnova securities, and/or would like to discuss your legal rights and options please visit Sunnova Energy International Inc.
  • The law firm responsible for this advertisement is Bernstein Liebhard LLP, 10 East 40th Street, New York, New York 10016, (212) 779-1414.