Nissan softens stance, cancels policy diversification efforts
Influencer Robby Starbuck credits himself with persuading Nissan to adjust DEI policies go through Brad Anderson December 20, 2024 14:32 Nissan stops participating in LGBTQ+ surveys and events, citing focus on neutrality. It will no longer mandate diversity training that is not related to core business goals. The Japanese company has previously touted the importance of its DEI initiatives. Nissan has decided to significantly reduce its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts in its U.S. operations, becoming the latest in a long line of companies across the country to make similar changes. In August, Ford scaled back some of its DEI initiatives after trying to counteract growing pressure from "woke" individuals in corporate America, including online influencer Robbie Starbuck. Starbucks said it had been in contact with Nissan ahead of the announcement, in a pattern similar to recent talks with Walmart Inc. and Caterpillar Inc., Bloomberg reported. As a result, the Japanese brand recently notified local employees that it will…
2026 Hyundai Palisade shows boxy stance and premium feel
Hyundai Ioniq 9 EV's ICE-powered model features latest styling and tech features The new generation of Hyundai Palisade SUV has been showcased in South Korea. This model adopts a more square posture, and the design is more concise and refined. It also has a fancier interior inspired by high-end furniture and can seat up to nine. Hyundai Motor has unveiled the design of the new Palisade in South Korea, which enters a new generation after six years on the market. Hyundai's largest ICE-powered SUV offering features a boxy styling language with hints of futurism and a new interior that promises more space and luxury than before. The Palisade's boxy appearance is similar to that of the smaller Santa Fe, but in a more upscale tone. The design language is simpler, the lines are straighter, and volume is more emphasized. At the front, large chunks of LEDs are mounted vertically, flanking a large upright grille. More: New Hyundai Ioniq 9 comes…
Kia Syros SUV stance, LED taillights revealed in new spy photos
Kia Syros SUV stance Kia Clavis will be based on a new platform, support ICE and EV powertrains, and will be larger than the Sonet but smaller than the Seltos Kia India's product portfolio includes Seltos, Sonet, Carens, Carnival and EV6 and will expand the range to include Kia Clavis. Syros will be the name of this upcoming compact SUV. It may be launched by the end of 2024 or early 2025 and will be considered a strong competitor in the Indian SUV market. Kia Syros is likely to be positioned in the well-received and in-demand compact SUV segment. The design of the Kia Syros is reminiscent of the modern Casper. As seen in a spy video shot by car enthusiast Kamalahasan, the Kia Syros shows off its production-spec taillight stance. Also, it looks just as tall as the Seltos (before the facelift). Kia Silos VS Seltos Kia Syros SUV stance Like other Kia vehicles, the Syros is likely to…
World ECR | OFAC changes stance on conference sanctions
Home > information > OFAC reverses stance on conference sanctions after free speech challenge The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has decided not to prohibit sanctioned individuals from serving as conference speakers at oversight activities of U.S. citizen organizations, reversing denials of applications for 2022 that do not involve financial transactions or services. . The decision, issued on November 12, comes in response to a lawsuit filed by the Global Foundation for Political Exchange (GPE) challenging OFAC's decision to refuse to allow sanctioned Lebanese politicians to attend its 2022 exchange conference in Beirut. "OFAC does not seek to prohibit the types of conduct described," Acting Director Lisa Palluconi wrote, adding a restriction that organizations may not engage in financial transactions with blocked persons, make payments to They provide goods or services, act on their behalf or provide specialized training. The reversal came after the GPE successfully argued that its conference, which brought together disparate…
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