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Ph.Creative is a Business Reporter clientAs their responsibilities and challenges grow, empowering middle managers is crucial for effective employer branding and enhancing employee value propositions.As we navigate the complexities of modern workplaces, the role of middle managers in cultivating an employer brand that resonates authenticity and drives a compelling employee value proposition (EVP) cannot be overstated. In the wake of increasing managerial challenges, as noted in recent Gartner HR research, supporting these pivotal employees becomes crucial for the successful launch and sustainability of an EVP.The growing burdens on middle managersRecent findings from Gartner’s HR practice reveal a staggering increase in…

JD Vance arrives for the second day of the Republican National ConventionSign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inboxGet our free Inside Washington emailDonald Trump’s new running mate, Ohio Senator JD Vance, will address the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Wednesday, his first major speech since his selection was announced earlier this week.The Senator, a military veteran, former venture capitalist and author, beat Florida Senator Marco Rubio and North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum to the honor and can expect a rapturous reception at the Fiserv Forum, with the…

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for freeSign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Before Alvaro Morata left the Spanish dressing room at Berlin’s Olympiastadion, he wanted to ensure one last detail was right. That was for the Y Viva Espana chorus to play as he went by international media. These were the scenes of celebration that the captain had grown up with as a teenager when Spain won were in their 2008-12 glory and he’s always wanted to be part of similar; to recreate a bit of history.This squad had…

LzLabs is a Business Reporter clientThe financial services industry is currently undergoing a technological revolution. Customers have high expectations, regulations are becoming more stringent and there is intense competition from fintech disruptors. However, traditional financial institutions are still struggling with outdated mainframe systems, which are a major bottleneck.These legacy systems have served as the bedrock of financial services, powering everything from transaction processing to customer data management. However, they are now proving to be more of a hindrance than a help. Rigidity, high maintenance costs and complexities in integrating with modern technologies are prompting a vital question: how can the…

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inboxGet our free Inside Washington emailMinutes before a death row inmate in Texas was scheduled to be executed by lethal injection, the Supreme Court handed him a lifeline and halted the execution to consider his claim of innocence.Ruben Gutierrez, 47, has been on death row in Huntsville since 1999 after he was convicted of capital murder for the killing of Escolastica Harrison, an 85-year-old woman who Gutierrez and two others intended to rob after discovering she kept $600,000 in cash inside her mobile…

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for freeSign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Leny Yoro is flying to England for a medical and could complete a £50m move to Manchester United. The 18-year-old Lille defender has agreed personal terms with the FA Cup winners and is likely to become their second summer signing. Yoro also attracted interest from Real Madrid but United had a bid – of an initial £42m plus add-ons – accepted by Lille and they are closing in on the signing of the centre-back. Yoro could be…

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the worldSign up to our free Morning Headlines emailA private equity firm is plotting a takeover bid for The Telegraph newspaper group, following Daily Mail owner Lord Rothermere’s withdrawal last week. Telegraph Media Group is seeking a buyer after its proposed takeover by an Abu Dhabi-backed fund was blocked by the previous government earlier this year.CVC Capital Partners, which owns sports brands including the Six Nations and La Liga, is lining up a bid for the media group, according to The Telegraph. The deal would make it the…

Joe Biden calls for ban on gun used in attempted assassination of Donald TrumpSign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inboxGet our free Inside Washington emailDonald Trump is crying foul over reports that President Joe Biden is set to propose a major overhaul of the US Supreme Court, including term limits for justices and an enforceable code of ethics.The right-leaning court is currently plagued by ethics scandals, controversies over its rulings and concerns that justices’ personal politics are holding too much sway.The president is also said to be considering calling…

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for freeSign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter The Football Association would consider the idea of appointing an interim in order to try and coax Pep Guardiola as England manager if he does decide to leave Manchester City in 2025. While it is not the federation’s first choice to wait, the Catalan represents such an outstanding candidate that it would at least bring a re-assessment if there was any chance of getting him.Gareth Southgate’s resignation was announced on Tuesday morning, just two days after the…

Seerist is a Business Reporter clientDiscover how security management professionals are tackling operational efficiency, threat intelligence and risk assessment amid rising geopolitical challenges.A recent report by the International Security Management Association (ISMA) reveals that 60 per cent of security management professionals prioritise operational efficiency and optimisation. Following closely, 56 per cent highlighted the need to enhance threat intelligence generation and analysis, while improving risk assessment is the third-highest priority.These priorities are closely tied to broader business initiatives aimed at addressing various factors such as geopolitical conditions, business continuity, crisis management, operational growth, supply chain challenges and technological advancements.Plus, security teams…