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Military Director Presence on Boards of Directors Increase the Likelihood of CEO Accountability for Poor Firm Performance
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Military Director Presence on Boards of Directors Increase the Likelihood of CEO Accountability for Poor Firm Performance

Principles ingrained via military service may influence corporate governance, especially when it comes to executive accountability. New research published in Strategic Management Journal found that when outside directors with military backgrounds are on a company’s board of directors, it increases the likelihood of CEO dismissal under low-performance conditions. Military science research shows that military service significantly shapes individuals’ understanding...

Consumers Face Barriers to Embracing Ethical Fashion, Psychologist Warns
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Consumers Face Barriers to Embracing Ethical Fashion, Psychologist Warns

Consumers are likely to continue making poor fashion choices unless eco-friendly choices become more accessible, according to a leading psychologist. Carolyn Mair says brands must do more to promote sustainable clothing by making it more accessible to all, and by doing more to educate the public about mindful consumption. Meaningful reforms to the current model...

Can Trump Save TikTok?
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Can Trump Save TikTok?

Trump will have to convince companies like Apple and Oracle that he can protect them from the law. Although former president (and now president-elect) Donald Trump tried to ban TikTok during his first term in office, he came out against a ban during the 2024 campaign. The reasons for his flip-flop are unclear: Possibly it was a...

High Color Complexity in Social Media Images Proves More Eye-Catching, Increases User Engagement
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High Color Complexity in Social Media Images Proves More Eye-Catching, Increases User Engagement

Social media has become the main stage for marketing in the digital age, and the adage “content is king” has never been more relevant. Marketers are increasingly focused on creating social media content to capture user attention and drive engagement with content. One proven strategy to increase such engagement is using social media images. A...

Family as a Wealth Factor
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Family as a Wealth Factor

Study reveals how generational change and family events are associated with a person’s wealth A new study conducted by the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research (MPIDR), the University of Cologne, GESIS and the Norwegian Institute of Public Health explores how an individual’s financial wealth changes in relation to generational transitions within the family. The...

Many Wealthy Members of Congress Are Descendants of Rich Slaveholders − New Study Demonstrates the Enduring Legacy of Slavery
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Many Wealthy Members of Congress Are Descendants of Rich Slaveholders − New Study Demonstrates the Enduring Legacy of Slavery

The legacy of slavery in America remains a divisive issue, with sharp political divides. Some argue that slavery still contributes to modern economic inequalities. Others believe its effects have largely faded. One way to measure the legacy of slavery is to determine whether the disproportionate riches of slaveholders have been passed down to their present-day...