The Guardian:
• Swelling population 'risks demographic disaster'• Cynicism and disaffection among disturbing findingsPakistan faces a "demographic disaster" if its leaders fail to invest in a youth population that is disturbingly cynical about democracy, has greatest faith in the military and is resentful of western interference, accordi (Read More)
The Guardian:
Tens of thousands affected 'at workplace, school and doctor's surgery'Caste discrimination is rife in the UK, with more than half of those from traditionally lower-status Asian backgrounds finding themselves victims of prejudice and abuse, according to a report published today.The study, co-ordinated by the Anti Caste Discr (Read More)
Synovate - Global marketing intelligence from the world's most curious people:
SYDNEY — A recent survey by global market research company Synovate has revealed Australians have bounced back from the global financial crisis with optimism and are looking forward to seizing future financial opportunities. The survey was conducted in 16 markets around the world and looked at attitudes and behaviours towar (Read More)
The Guardian:
• Small venues seeking licensing law exemption• Musicians see no sign of promised consultationGovernment inaction over the exemption of small, live music venues from overbearing licensing laws is putting the future of the live music scene in jeopardy, the head of the UK's music trade organisation has warned.Government promi (Read More)
guardian.co.uk Society:
Ministers determined to press ahead with rent cuts that may lead to building slowdownThe government is today expected to announce modest rent reductions for around two million housing association tenants, despite a survey of tenants showing that most are against a rent cut.Last week, Society Guardian reported that the assoc (Read More)
guardian.co.uk Society:
The emotional, psychological and financial problems faced by children of armed forces serving in Iraq or Afghanistan are not being adequately addressed - report findsBritain faces a "ticking timebomb" of emotional, psychological and financial problems among children whose parents have served in the armed forces in Iraq or (Read More)
guardian.co.uk Society:
Scientists at the National Heart Forum say the anticipated surge in the numbers of obese children in the UK is levelling offPrevious government forecasts of a relentless rise in childhood obesity may have been excessive, according to research released today.Updated assessments by public health scientists working for the Nat (Read More)
Synovate - Global marketing intelligence from the world's most curious people:
CHICAGO — Global market research firm Synovate today released data from its recent global money and finance survey, revealing that more than half all respondents across 16 markets have permanently changed their attitudes towards saving as a result of the credit crunch, and Americans in particular are now more focused on pay (Read More)
The Guardian:
Consumer confidence index hits highest level for 18 monthsConsumer confidence has picked up to its highest level for 18 months, according to a survey published today. However, people remain anxious about losing their jobs and are still much gloomier than before the credit crunch began.Sentiment about personal finances has i (Read More)
Synovate - Global marketing intelligence from the world's most curious people:
TORONTO — Global market research firm Synovate today released data from its global grocery shopping survey revealing that over two thirds (74%) of Canadians think grocery items are overpriced and 64% think the government should do more to monitor food prices. Additionally, two-thirds said they'll switch food brands if they (Read More)
Synovate - Global marketing intelligence from the world's most curious people:
HONG KONG — Global market intelligence firm Synovate is voted as the top market research company by clients in Marketing Magazine's Agency of the Year survey, a prominent ranking in Hong Kong based on the selection by senior client-side marketers on which agencies they would most likely hire to manage their business.Brendan (Read More)
The Guardian:
Being green is 'nice to do' but not essential as cost takes higher priority for shoppers than climate, survey findsConsumers battered by the recession are now less likely to pay a premium for goods that are produced more sustainably or ethically, according to a report on shoppers' attitudes.One in nine people polled in a su (Read More)
Synovate - Global marketing intelligence from the world's most curious people:
TORONTO — According to the latest survey by leading global market research firm Synovate, only 3.4% of Canadians have received the seasonal flu vaccine during the past six months, which is rather low compared to 2008 where 31.7 percent of those aged 12 or older took the preventive seasonal flu vaccine according to Statistic (Read More)
guardian.co.uk Politics:
Ahead of David Cameron's speech, the picture is becoming clear. What has the Tory conference taught us?This may be a bit premature, because David Cameron hasn't spoken yet, but by now the picture is pretty clear. What have we learned about the Tories?1. The Tories can probably persuade voters to accept drastic cuts that wil (Read More)
The Guardian:
Financial Times, Radio Times and Spectator join the race to make money out of 'apps'In the two years since it appeared the iPhone has transformed the mobile phone industry and now its effect is being felt in the media world. But it is not the device's successful introduction of the touchscreen into daily life, nor its styl (Read More)