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Inside Richard Branson’s life from an island to the edge of space

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The sky is certainly not the limit for one of the world’s greatest business leaders, Sir Richard Branson

British entrepreneur and adventurer, Sir Richard Branson started his as a teenager with the magazine ‘Student’.

When the magazine began losing money in the late 1960s, he formed Virgin Mail Order Records to raise funds.

The company, Virgin Records, soon became the principal label worldwide for punk and new wave.

By 1984, he had secured the funds and reputation to back Virgin Atlantic Airways.

The airline started with a single aircraft, but soon took off and became one of the largest privately held companies in the United Kingdom.

It turned out the sky was not the limit for Branson. In 2004, he formed Virgin Galactic, which is a space tourism company that was working toward offering commercial suborbital passenger flights.

Then, in 2021 he reached new heights. The Billionaire reached the edge of space on board his Virgin Galactic rocket plane.

The entrepreneur flew high above New Mexico in the space vehicle his company had been developing for 17 years. He described the journey as the “experience of a lifetime”.

He returned safely to Earth just over an hour after leaving the ground.

An adventurer, trailblazer and challenger—Sir Richard Branson has shown that age is no barrier when it comes to living in the fast lane.

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Political assassination attempt condemned as U.S. history repeats itself and leaders reflect

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December 17, 2024

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Reflecting on the stirred memories of past threats to U.S. leaders.

The recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump has been condemned nationwide, prompting reflections on America’s history of political violence and resilience.

Leaders from across the political spectrum are calling for renewed efforts to protect public officials and reinforce democratic values, emphasising the need for unity and collective strength in times of crisis.

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Online shopping scams spike ahead of festive season

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December 15, 2024

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When it comes to online shopping, the age-old adage “if it seems too good to be true, it probably is” still holds.

 

Whether you’re an online shopping specialist or prefer browsing in real-life retail, there are a few key considerations to ensure safe shopping in the digital age. Always use secure payment methods, verify the credibility of websites, and be wary of deals that seem too good to be true. By staying informed and cautious, you can enjoy the benefits of online shopping while protecting yourself from scams.

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Big tech struggle to balance AI innovation with ethical responsibility

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December 7, 2024

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Can big tech effectively balance the rapid advancements in AI with the need for ethical oversight?

As AI rapidly advances, can we trust big tech like Meta & Google to use this technology ethically and responsibly?

Ticker Original Documentary ‘Trust Decoded: An Artificial Future’ explores the complex interplay between trust and artificial intelligence, exploring its influence on social media algorithms, privacy concerns, healthcare advancements, and business optimisation.

Featuring expert analysis from Dr. Karen Sutherland from the University of the Sunshine Coast, and Tom Finnigan from Talkingbrands.ai, this documentary looks into today’s digital world to find out what might await us in the high-tech future. #featured #documentary

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