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Why the Obamas returned to the White House

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It was quite the occasion at the White House on Wednesday with former President Barack Obama returning for a special ceremony

Former President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle returned to the White House on Wednesday for the unveiling of official portraits.

Barack Obama selected Robert McCurdy to paint his portrait and says the “stripped down” style of his works helps create an “encounter” between the person in the painting and the person looking at it.

Barack took his chance being back at the White House to thank President Biden.

Back to the portraits, and It’s a modern vibe for the former First Lady’s too.

Sharon Sprung painted Michelle Obama seated on a sofa in the Red Room wearing a formal light blue dress.

Sprung worked on the portrait for eight months, day and night, the most time she’s ever spent on a single painting.

She worked entirely from photographs and getting the dress just right was the hardest part.

The portraits do not look like any others in the collection to which they will be added, in terms of style and substance.

Obama’s portrait is destined for display in the Grand Foyer of the White House, the traditional showcase for paintings of the two most recent presidents. 

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Reports show that workplace mental health is at an all-time crisis point, demanding proactive strategies

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As Mental Health Week highlights the urgency of action, businesses are being urged to shift their mindset from compliance to proactive mental health strategies.

As Mental Health Week highlights the urgency of action, businesses are looking to implement crucial forward actions to boost workplace resilience.

  • Mental Health Crisis: Workplace mental health and wellbeing are at a crisis point, demanding urgent action from businesses.
  • Costly Impact: Business owners and senior leaders recognise the financial strain mental health issues place on organisations, yet solutions remain unclear.
  • Leveraging Laws: Psychological safety laws offer a framework to reverse the costly impact of workplace mental health challenges.
  • Mindset Shift: A change in approach is required, viewing mental health regulations as opportunities for long-term, sustainable success rather than a compliance burden.

Sharné Lategan, Psychological Safety Expert and Growth Mindset Coach of Grow and Expand, joins to share her expert analysis into workplace physiology, bringing awareness during Mental Health Week. 

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Experts reveal AI’s impact on the retail experience in Australia

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AI has become a game-changer for marketers and retailers in Australia, with many consumers reacting positively to AI integration in the retail environment.

 

Retailers are using AI to optimise inventory, personalise shopping, and improve customer service through advanced chatbots.

Shoppers now enjoy personalised recommendations and seamless online shopping experiences.

Predictions suggest more personalised experiences and smarter shopping platforms within the next 12 months.

Will Wilson, RVP of Sales APJ at SAP Emarsys joins to share his insights into how AI is streamlining success on a large scale.

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Trump makes a fiery return to the site of an attempted assassination

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Donald Trump makes a fiery return to the site of an attempted assassination in Butler, PA, alongside billionaire ally Elon Musk.

The former President returned to the critical battleground state — which marks the site where he was struck in the ear by a bullet on July 13 and nearly assassinated.

The rally comes one month before the Nov. 5 election.

Powerful ally, Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX as well as the owner of social media platform X spoke at the rally.

It was his first time at a Trump campaign event since he endorsed the former president after the assassination attempt on July 13th. #featured #trending

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