Author: HFG INSIDER 897

A CEO can spend years studying markets, competitors and balance sheets. But according to an intriguing line of research, one of the influences that may shape how some of these powerful executives run their companies could be sitting at the family dinner table: their daughters.Research has found that companies led by CEOs who have daughters tend to have higher corporate social responsibility ratings, with the strongest differences appearing in areas such as diversity, employee relations and environmental practices. The finding has been described as a possible “daughter effect” and has attracted attention on how fatherhood may influence CEO leadership.The idea…

India’s players hold the national flag after winning in the women’s final T20I cricket match between India and Sri Lanka in the ongoing Asian Games 2026, in Nagoya, Japan. (PTI photo) Nagoya: On the sidelines of the cricket facility at Korogi Athletic Park, a few Sri Lankan men sat watching the India-Sri Lanka women’s final. Not far away, an Australian kept a close eye on the proceedings.They were not casual spectators. They were among the men who helped turn a baseball ground in a public park on the outskirts of Nagoya into a cricket venue capable of hosting the best…

A rare olive ridley sea turtle has laid eggs on a Southern California beach for the first time in recorded history. (Photo: NOAA) An olive ridley sea turtle has laid eggs on a beach in Southern California for the first time in recorded history, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The rare nesting event took place near Seal Beach in Orange County on September 16 and has been described by NOAA as the first-ever recorded natural nesting by any sea turtle species on the US West Coast.According to NOAA Fisheries West Coast, an olive ridley sea turtle…

Despite 40 years of marriage, Ssunita Ahuja insists she has no regrets about marrying Govinda. The statement comes amid months of swirling rumours about their divorce and reports of the actor being linked to someone else. In a recent interview, Ssunita brushed off the speculation, calling Govinda a “very nice” and “very honest” person and reaffirming that she doesn’t regret being with him.Ssunita Ahuja on her marriage with GovindaTalking to Balaji Telefilms, Ssunita said, “I have no regrets. When I met Govinda, he was a very nice person. He was very honest. I am a very emotional person. People think…

A nostalgic look at five old-school Indian candies and toffees remembered by many 80s children, from orange hard sweets and minty treats to elaichi, caramel and paan-flavoured candies. The 1980s had a very different kind of childhood. Before supermarket aisles became crowded with imported chocolates and colourful packaged snacks, a small neighbourhood kirana shop could feel like a treasure chest.For many Indian children, a few coins were enough to buy a handful of toffees. Some were fruity, some minty, some chewy, and a few had flavours that would be difficult to explain to today’s children. These candies were not necessarily…

Roshibina Devi assures third successive Asian Games medal New Delhi: She wasn’t supposed to be in Aich-Nagoya. Not at the Asian Games. Not at her third successive continental event. And certainly not one win away from a place in the women’s 60kg sanda final.Naorem Roshibina Devi had lost fairly in the selection trials for the Games, held in Srinagar in June. Her teammate Divyanshi Choudhary beat her in the semifinals and went on to win the trials, earning the original berth in India’s wushu squad.Asian Games Full Coverage| Schedule| Medal TallyRoshibina had accepted her fate. After winning bronze at Jakarta…

The buyer remains unknown. (Concierge Auctions) A historic Manhattan penthouse set inside a gold leaf dome has sold at auction for $9 million, ending a 530 day stretch on the market that saw its original asking price cut by 64 percent. The landmark home atop the historic Sohmer Piano Building in the Flatiron District was first listed for $25 million in November 2024 by technology entrepreneur and philanthropist Greg Carr. After failing to find a buyer through traditional channels, the unit was sold through Concierge Auctions as part of its live “America 250” sale in New York City, according to…

Lexi Woods shares heartfelt tribute for Presley Gerber after his passing on September 20. (Instagram) The news of Cindy Crawford’s son, Presley Gerber’s, passing shocked the entertainment industry. The 27-year-old had been in rehab at the time of his demise. While the investigation into his passing continues, fans and close friends have been sharing their tributes online, remembering the model and how close they were with him. One such person is Lexi Wood, who Gerber had been in a relationship with. The two had been friends for years and were briefly in a relationship.Lexi Wood pays tribute to Presley Gerber…

Quick answer: Talking to stuffed animals, toys or imaginary friends is usually a normal part of childhood pretend play. It can help children practise communication, storytelling, emotions and social situations. Parents should pay closer attention if the child seems frightened by the imaginary friend, says it tells them to hurt themselves or others, cannot distinguish pretend play from reality, or develops sudden changes in sleep, eating, behaviour or social interaction.A child may set an extra plate at the dinner table, buckle a stuffed bear into the car seat or suddenly stop in the middle of a conversation to answer someone…

Abhishek Sharma (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: Fireworks were expected when left-handed opener Abhishek Sharma walked out alongside Sanju Samson against Japan at the Sano International Cricket Ground on Tuesday.But Abhishek’s stay at the crease lasted just one ball.India captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and opted to bat in the rain-hit five-over-a-side clash. Samson faced five balls and scored a single before giving the strike to Abhishek.Japan immediately made the breakthrough as Charlie Hara-Hinze dismissed Abhishek for a golden duck.Hara-Hinze bowled one on leg stump and Abhishek crouched low to try and help the ball along. However, he only managed…