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Spain’s solar power poised to surpass wind powerWASHINGTON — Three American citizens imprisoned for years by China have been released and are returning to the United States, the White House said Wednesday, announcing a rare diplomatic agreement with Beijing in the final months of the Biden administration. The three are Mark Swidan, Kai Li and John Leung , all of whom had been designated by the U.S. government as wrongfully detained by China. Swidan had been facing a death sentence on drug charges while Li and Leung were imprisoned on espionage charges. “Soon they will return and be reunited with their families for the first time in many years,” the White House said in a statement. The release comes just two months after China freed David Lin, a Christian pastor from California who had spent nearly 20 years behind bars after being convicted of contract fraud. U.S.-China relations have been roiled for years over major disagreements between the world’s two largest economies on trade, human rights, the production of fentanyl precursors, security issues that include espionage and hacking, China’s aggressiveness toward Taiwan and its smaller neighbors in the South China Sea, and Beijing’s support for Russia’s military-industrial sector. The release of Americans deemed wrongfully detained in China has been a top agenda item in each conversation between the U.S. and China, and Wednesday’s development suggests a willingness by Beijing to engage with the outgoing Democratic administration before Republican President-elect Donald Trump’s return to the White House in January. Trump took significant actions against China on trade and diplomacy during his first term. He has pledged to continue those policies in his second term, leading to unease among many who fear that an all-out trade war will greatly affect the international economy and could spur potential Chinese military action against Taiwan. Still, the two countries have maintained a dialogue that has included a partial restoration of military-to-military contacts. President Joe Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping met this month to discuss potential improvements. In a separate but related move, the State Department on Wednesday lowered its travel warning to China to “level two,” advising U.S. citizens to “exercise increased caution” from the norm when traveling to the mainland. The alert had previously been at “level three,” telling Americans they should “reconsider travel” to China in part because of the “risk of wrongful detention” of Americans. The new alert removes that wording but retains a warning that the Chinese government “arbitrarily enforces local laws, including exit bans on U.S. citizens and citizens of other countries, without fair and transparent process under the law.” The Biden administration had raised the cases of the detained Americans with China in multiple meetings over the past several years, including this month when Biden spoke to Xi on during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in Peru. Politico was first to report the men’s release, which it said was part of a prisoner swap with the U.S. The White House did not immediately confirm that any Chinese citizens in American custody had been returned home. Senators from both political parties praised the move. Republican Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas said he was “overjoyed” — Swidan's mother lives in Texas — and credited senior Biden administration officials for having “worked tirelessly to secure this achievement.” Li, a Chinese immigrant who started an export business in the U.S. and lived in New York, was detained in September 2016 after flying into Shanghai. He was placed under surveillance, interrogated without a lawyer and accused of providing state secrets to the FBI. A U.N. working group called his 10-year prison sentence arbitrary and his family has said the charges were politically motivated. Democratic Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, who said he had worked for years to try to secure Li's release, welcomed the news. “Even when it felt like there was no hope, we never stopped believing that one day Mr. Li would return home,” Schumer said in a statement. Leung was sentenced last year to life in prison on spying charges. He was detained in 2021, by the local bureau of China’s counterintelligence agency in the southeastern city of Suzhou after China had closed its borders and imposed tight domestic travel restrictions and social controls to fight the spread of COVID-19. After Leung's sentencing, the U.S. recommended — though without citing specific cases — that Americans reconsider traveling to China because of arbitrary law enforcement and exit bans and the risk of wrongful detentions. Swidan had been jailed for the last 12 years on a drug charge and, along with Li and Leung, was considered by the State Department to be wrongfully detained.NEW YORK — U.S. stocks tiptoed to more records during a mixed Tuesday of trading, tacking a touch more onto what's already been a stellar year. The S&P 500 edged up 2 points, or less than 0.1%, to set an all-time high for the 55th time this year. It's climbed in 10 of the past 11 days and is on track for one of its best years since the turn of the millennium. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 76 points, or 0.2%, while the Nasdaq composite added 0.4% to its own record set a day earlier. AT&T rose 4.6% after it boosted its profit forecast for the year. It also announced a $10 billion plan to send cash to its investors by buying back its own stock, while saying it expects to authorize another $10 billion of repurchases in 2027. On the losing end of Wall Street was U.S. Steel, which fell 8%. President-elect Donald Trump reiterated on social media that he would not let Japan's Nippon Steel take over the iconic Pennsylvania steelmaker. Nippon Steel announced plans in December 2023 to buy the Pittsburgh-based steel producer for $14.1 billion in cash, raising concerns about what the transaction could mean for unionized workers, supply chains and U.S. national security. Earlier this year, President Joe Biden also came out against the acquisition. Tesla sank 1.6% after a judge in Delaware reaffirmed a previous ruling that the electric car maker must revoke Elon Musk's multibillion-dollar pay package. The judge denied a request by attorneys for Musk and Tesla's corporate directors to vacate her ruling earlier this year requiring the company to rescind the unprecedented pay package. All told, the S&P 500 rose 2.73 points to 6,049.88. The Dow fell 76.47 to 44,705.53, and the Nasdaq composite gained 76.96 to 19,480.91. In the bond market, Treasury yields held relatively steady after a report showed U.S. employers were advertising slightly more job openings at the end of October than a month earlier. Continued strength there would raise optimism that the economy could remain out of a recession that many investors had earlier worried was inevitable. The yield on the 10-year Treasury rose to 4.23% from 4.20% from late Monday. Yields have seesawed since Election Day amid worries that Trump's preferences for lower tax rates and bigger tariffs could spur higher inflation along with economic growth. But traders remain confident the Federal Reserve will cut its main interest rate again at its next meeting in two weeks. They're betting on a nearly 3-in-4 chance of that, according to data from CME Group. Lower rates can give the economy more juice, but they can also give inflation more fuel. Get local news delivered to your inbox!
Is it safe to eat turkey this Thanksgiving amid bird flu outbreak? Here’s what experts sayAppoints Current Dana Director R. Bruce McDonald as Chairman and CEO Announces Plan to Sell Off-Highway Business Initiates $200 Million Cost Reduction Plan Confirms 2024 Full-Year Guidance Ranges for Sales, Adjusted EBITDA and Free Cash Flow MAUMEE, Ohio , Nov. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dana Incorporated (NYSE: DAN) today announced the appointment of R. Bruce McDonald , a member of the Dana Board of Directors, as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mr. McDonald's appointment follows the retirement of James Kamsickas as Chief Executive Officer and his departure from the Board. Mr. Kamsickas will remain as an advisor to the Company through March 2025 to support the transition. The Board has retained a leading executive search firm to identify the Company's next permanent CEO. Keith Wandell , Dana's Lead Independent Director, said, "Jim is an exceptional leader with more than 18 years as a CEO in the industry. He led Dana through one of the industry's most challenging periods while successfully building a high-performance culture, enabling a world-class manufacturing company and assembling a portfolio of leading products and technologies. The Board and Jim agreed that now is the right time to transition the leadership of Dana, and we thank Jim for his many contributions over his nine years leading the Company and wish him all the best." Mr. Kamsickas said, "I am proud of the work the Dana team has done over the past decade to grow revenues and successfully enhance the technology to serve all mobility markets no matter what type of propulsion they may use. It has been an honor to lead this talented global team during that time and I am confident the Company is well positioned for the future." Mr. Wandell continued, "We continue to have confidence in the long-term opportunity in the mobility industry, however it is undergoing a significant transformation, including protracted cost pressures and demand uncertainty. To address these challenges and deliver more value to customers and shareholders, Dana is taking action to streamline the business, unlock the value of its Off-Highway business and further reduce costs. Bruce is an experienced public company CEO in our industry with significant M&A expertise, and we are confident that he is the right person to oversee this transformation while the Board conducts a search for a permanent successor." Plan to Sell Off-Highway Business Dana today also announced it has engaged financial advisors Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC and Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC to sell its Off-Highway business, which the Board believes will unlock substantial value for shareholders. The Off-Highway business provides drive and motion systems for heavy-duty vehicles in markets such as agriculture, materials handling, mining, construction and forestry. A sale will position Dana with a streamlined go-to-market approach focused on serving its light and commercial vehicle customers, with traditional and electrified products that are largely shared across the remaining portfolio. Proceeds from a potential sale will enable Dana to strengthen its balance sheet through substantially reduced leverage, and to return capital to shareholders. While the Company and its advisors believe there is strong interest in the Off-Highway business, there can be no assurance that the sale process for Off-Highway will result in a transaction. There is no timeframe for the conclusion of the process, and the Company does not intend to comment further regarding this matter unless and until further disclosure is determined to be appropriate. Cost Reduction Actions While Dana continues to improve its profitability in a challenging operating environment, the Company announced further actions to support sustained long-term profitability and enhanced cash flow generation. This includes substantial reductions in selling, general & administrative costs across all the Company's businesses and engineering expenses to match current industry dynamics, including the ongoing delay in the adoption of electric vehicles. The Company expects to deliver annualized savings of approximately $200 million by 2026. Furthermore, the Company plans to reduce capital spending to reflect the revised market demand for electric vehicles. Bruce McDonald , Chief Executive Officer said, "Dana is committed to a strategy that accelerates value creation and has taken action to flex its cost structure and generate efficiencies by leveraging its core strengths through current market conditions. It is clear that further actions are needed, and I am confident that the new incremental cost reductions, paired with the benefits of a potential Off-Highway sale, will enhance shareholder value. Following the Off-Highway business sale, we believe Dana will have an adjusted EBITDA margin and free cash flow margin in excess of current levels." Mr. McDonald continued, "Dana is differentiated by leading technology innovation and a track record of continuous improvement. My conviction in our businesses, the team and the opportunities to capitalize on the EV transition over the long term remain strong. I look forward to stepping into my new role as CEO at such an important time for Dana and will work diligently alongside the Board and management team to deliver on these actions and drive value for Dana shareholders." Reaffirms 2024 Full-Year Guidance Ranges Dana is also reaffirming its previously announced guidance ranges for sales of $10.2 to $10.4 billion , Adjusted EBITDA of $855 to $895 million and free cash flow of $90 to $110 million for full year 2024, as outlined in the Company's third quarter 2024 earnings announcement on October 30, 2024 . About R. Bruce McDonald R. Bruce McDonald is a senior executive with over 30 years of experience in the automotive and manufacturing industries and significant expertise. Mr. McDonald has been a member of the Dana Board of Directors since 2014. He is also the retired chairman and chief executive officer of Adient plc., a global mobility supplier. He previously served as executive vice president and vice chairman of Johnson Controls, Inc., a global manufacturer of automotive, power and building solutions from 2014 to 2016. Mr. McDonald also served as executive vice president and chief financial officer of Johnson Controls from 2005 to September 2014 . Before joining Johnson Controls as vice president and corporate controller in 2001, he was vice president for finance at TRW Automotive. Prior to his appointment as Chairman of the Board, Mr. McDonald served on Dana's Audit Committee and as chair of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements and projections contained in this news release are, by their nature, forward-looking within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations, estimates, and projections about our industry and business, management's beliefs, and certain assumptions made by us, all of which are subject to change. Forward-looking statements can often be identified by words such as "anticipates," "expects," "intends," "plans," "predicts," "believes," "seeks," "estimates," "may," "will," "should," "would," "could," "potential," "continue," "ongoing," and similar expressions, and variations or negatives of these words. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future results and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that could cause our actual results to differ materially and adversely from those expressed in any forward-looking statement. Dana's Annual Report on Form 10-K, subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, recent Current Reports on Form 8-K, and other Securities and Exchange Commission filings discuss important risk factors that could affect our business, results of operations and financial condition. The forward-looking statements in this news release speak only as of this date. Dana does not undertake any obligation to revise or update publicly any forward-looking statement for any reason. About Dana Incorporated Dana is a leader in the design and manufacture of highly efficient propulsion and energy-management solutions that power vehicles and machines in all mobility markets across the globe. The company is shaping sustainable progress through its conventional and clean-energy solutions that support nearly every vehicle manufacturer with drive and motion systems; electrodynamic technologies, including software and controls; and thermal, sealing, and digital solutions. Based in Maumee, Ohio , USA, the company reported sales of $10.6 billion in 2023 with 42,000 people in 31 countries across six continents. With a history dating to 1904, Dana was named among the "World's Most Ethical Companies" for 2023 and 2024 by Ethisphere and as one of "America's Most Responsible Companies 2023" by Newsweek. The company is driven by a high-performance culture that focuses on valuing others, inspiring innovation, growing responsibly, and winning together, earning it global recognition as a top employer. Learn more at dana.com . Craig Barber , +1-419-699-4990, craig.barber@dana.com View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/dana-announces-leadership-transition-and-actions-to-accelerate-value-creation-302315797.html SOURCE Dana Incorporated
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We're now two years removed from OpenAI's launch of ChatGPT, and there's no doubt which company has been the biggest winner of the generative AI revolution so far. Nvidia ( NVDA -3.22% ) , now best known for making cutting-edge chips capable of powering AI applications like ChatGPT, has seen its stock jump by 10 times since the beginning of 2023, making plenty of investors significantly richer. This month, it again became the world's most valuable company, with a market cap of more than $3.5 trillion. Despite concerns that competition would bring it to heel or that the AI megatrend was inflating a bubble that would eventually burst, Nvidia has continued to deliver blowout results, and that pattern was on display once again in the fiscal 2025 third-quarter earnings report it delivered Wednesday. Total revenue in the quarter jumped 94% year over year to $35.1 billion, topping the consensus estimate of $33.1 billion. The data center segment, where revenue jumped 112% to $30.8 billion, drove that growth, as demand for its graphics processing units (GPUs) continues to outstrip supply. Profits also surged as the company continued to gain leverage on its operating expenses. On a generally accepted accounting principles ( GAAP ) basis, operating income jumped by 110% to $21.9 billion, and adjusted earnings per share surged from $0.40 to $0.81, ahead of the consensus estimate of $0.75. Nvidia is everywhere all at once Never before in history has a company as big as Nvidia grown so fast. Remarkably, its 94% revenue growth was its slowest pace on a percentage basis in six quarters, but it's sustaining blistering growth rates for much longer than analysts had expected. The amount of revenue in dollar terms that it's adding each quarter is also increasing sequentially, so the real growth of the business is accelerating even as its percentage growth moderates. Earlier this year, some analysts were questioning whether the level of dominance Nvidia has established in the AI chip sector was sustainable. Advanced Micro Devices and Intel have launched their own competing AI accelerators. However, they have struggled to make a dent in Nvidia's dominant market share. AMD disappointed the market with its latest earnings report and announced layoffs earlier this month, while Intel began a massive restructuring after its stock hit a 20-year low. At this point, the key constraint on Nvidia's growth is on the supply side, as CEO Jensen Huang recently said demand for its latest GPUs, built using its new Blackwell architecture, is "insane." Describing demand for the Blackwell chips on the earnings call, CFO Colette Kress said, "Every customer is racing to be the first to market." Management stressed how broad Blackwell's reach is in terms of applications and customer base, and how vast its partner ecosystem is. "[A]lmost every company in the world seems to be involved in our supply chain," Huang said. Beyond the concerns that rivals could make headway against it, the other bearish case about Nvidia revolves around the idea of an "AI bubble." Some onlookers think that market demand for AI applications won't justify the massive capital expenditures on AI infrastructure that are fueling Nvidia's growth. However, when asked about it on the earnings call, Huang pushed back on the idea that AI is reaching scaling limitations, saying, "Our foundation model pre-training scaling is intact, and it's continuing." He also said that it was key for post- training and inference to scale in order for large language models and other AI models to become more capable. Is Nvidia a buy? After having successfully withstood competition from AMD and Intel, and delivering another blowout quarter, Nvidia looks unstoppable. Its guidance for the fourth quarter calls for another surge in revenue to $37.5 billion, up 70% from the quarter a year ago even as "demand greatly exceeds supply. Huang has described a vision for the future that has Nvidia's technology at the center of AI factories -- data centers tasked with powering artificial intelligence applications -- and companies of all stripes are racing to get to that future. Nvidia's stock pulled back slightly in after-hours trading Wednesday, but that seemed to be more of a reflection of the stock's valuation and management's guidance. However, that misreads the business. Based on its run-rate EPS, the stock trades at a P/E ratio of 45, and its profits are likely to soar over the next year. Relative to its growth rate, the stock doesn't look overpriced. Nvidia remains in the driver's seat of the AI revolution, and the stock continues to look like a screaming buy.
‘Worst goal I’ve seen us concede’ – moment Celtic ace Cameron Carter-Vickers gives Brugge the lead with huge blunderNoneWales and South Africa will sign off the 2024 rugby season this weekend when they lock horns in the Autumn Nations Series at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff on Saturday evening. South Africa are set to end the year as the number-one ranked team in world rugby, while Wales will finish outside the top 10 and potentially winless in over 14 months. © Imago Wales could really use a win to end the year having failed to manage a victory in 2024, but facing the four-time world champions and Rugby Championship winners does bode well for their chances. It would be an incredible way for the Dragons to sign off the year if they were to win this match, but most would agree that expectations are not high after seeing their performances against Fiji and Australia over the last couple of weeks. Warren Gatland 's side were dealt their first defeat on home soil 24-19 by the Pacific Islanders on November 10, which was their 10th consecutive loss since beating Georgia at the World Cup last October. Regardless of who one may support, it was genuinely tough to watch Gatland's press conference last week following the 52-20 thumping his side were handed by the Wallabies, where the majority of the questions he faced were around whether he is considering quitting his post as head coach after this final match of the year. To his credit, the Welsh boss has handled the criticism remarkably well and has remained open about the issues the side faces and the ambition moving forward, though with a six-day turnaround and with the world champs coming to town, it is tough to see the hosts coming out on top in this one. © Imago Meanwhile, South Africa come into this match off the back of a thrilling battle against England at Twickenham Stadium last week, where they managed to secure a 29-20 victory in a match that hung in the balance for the best part of the 80 minutes. However, as has become almost customary, the Springboks managed to shift up a gear when it mattered most and found a way to hold off a charging English attack late on to lock down their spot at the top of the world standings. Heading into 2025, South Africa look set up for another big year, with Rassie Erasmus clearly taking care of his squad depth by integrating plenty of new blood, fielding more than 50 players over the course of this season. For the most part, the new faces in the famous Green and Gold have fitted seamlessly into the squad, with the team conceding just two defeats in 12 Tests this year, both of which were by just a single point. The Springboks have made winning ugly fashionable again, something that Wales were known for in the past, and given their form at the moment, it is not surprising to see the Southern Hemisphere giants showing up as massive favourites to end the year with a big win. Wales form (all competitions): South Africa form (all competitions): © Imago In what many feel could be his last match in charge, Gatland has made wholesale changes to his squad this week with Rio Dyer , Sam Costelow , Christ Tshiunza and Taine Plumtree all being brought into the starting lineup. We could also see a potential debut for the the impressive Gloucester lock Freddie Thomas , who is named on the bench, while his clubmate Josh Hathaway also joins the reserves for this weekend's match. Ox Nche was expected to keep his place in the front row despite sustaining a cut above his knee last week, but Erasmus made a somewhat surprising decision to leave the in-form prop out of the matchday squad, opting for Wilco Louw instead. As a result, Thomas du Toit was initially named as the starting tighthead, but he will now move to the loosehead side of the scrum, with Johan Grobbelaar positioned between the two props in place of Bongi Mbonambi . Wales starting lineup: 15 Blair Murray, 14 Tom Rogers, 13 Max Llewellyn, 12 Ben Thomas, 11 Rio Dyer, 10 Sam Costelow, 9 Ellis Bevan, 8 Taine Plumtree, 7 Jac Morgan, 6 James Botham, 5 Christ Tshiunza, 4 Will Rowlands, 3 Archie Griffin, 2 Dewi Lake, 1 Gareth Thomas Replacements: 16 Ryan Elias, 17 Nicky Smith, 18 Keiron Assiratti, 19 Freddie Thomas, 20 Tommy Reffell, 21 Rhodri Williams, 22 Eddie James, 23 Josh Hathaway South Africa starting lineup: 15 Aphelele Fassi, 14 Cheslin Kolbe, 13 Jesse Kriel, 12 Damian de Allende, 11 Kurt-Lee Arendse, 10 Jordan Hendrikse, 9 Jaden Hendrikse, 8 Jasper Wiese, 7 Elrigh Louw, 6 Siya Kolisi (c), 5 Franco Mostert, 4 Jean Kleyn, 3 Wilco Louw, 2 Johan Grobbelaar, 1 Thomas du Toit Replacements: 16 Malcolm Marx, 17 Gerhard Steenekamp, 18 Vincent Koch, 19 Eben Etzebeth, 20 RG Snyman, 21 Cameron Hanekom, 22 Cobus Reinach, 23 Handre Pollard There is a massive gulf in class between these two sides at this moment, and we feel that there is very little that Wales will be able to do to avoid a heavy defeat at the hands of the mighty Springboks in this one. No Data Analysis info
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Love Island's Matilda Draper 'is romantically linked with legendary TOWIE star' after their fans spot a 'clue' on social media Have YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.com By CHLOE LOUISE FOR MAILONLINE Published: 21:55, 25 November 2024 | Updated: 21:57, 25 November 2024 e-mail 1 View comments Love Island's Matilda Draper has been romantically linked with a legendary TOWIE star' after their fans spotted a 'clue' on social media. The TV personality, 24, shared a stunning snap to Instagram showcasing a new pair of trousers which featured a patch work design and the wording 'Grand Theft Auto' across the front. But as she posted a snap showcasing her trendy ensemble, TOWIE actor, Roman Hacket t, 22, shared a cheeky picture to his Instagram. On his Stories, he shared a picture of him getting close with a girl wearing the same trousers and black leather jacket. Dressed all in black, the model took a snap of the bottom half of his body with another person as the pair enjoyed a cuddle in the street. MailOnline has contacted Matilda's and Roman's representatives for a comment. Love Island's Matilda Draper has been romantically linked with a legendary TOWIE star' after their fans spotted a 'clue' on social media The TV personality, 24, shared a stunning snap to Instagram showcasing a new pair of trousers which featured a patch work design and the wording 'Grand Theft Auto' across the front The seemingly revealing snap comes just months after Matilda and her ex Sean Stone separated. Read More Fan favourite Love Island couple announced shock SPLIT just weeks after leaving the villa Announcing the breakup they released a message on their social media to announce their shock split, just weeks after they departed the villa hand-in-hand. Despite enjoying a loved-up date outside the villa, the couple have opted to continue their journey without each other. Matilda penned: 'Just wanted to come on here to tell you guys that Sean and I have decided to part ways. 'We are still good friends & I'm so grateful to have shared such an incredible experience with him. 'We appreciate all of your support throughout our time together and all the love you have shown us. love you all [pink heart emoji]. Quickly after Matilda posted a statement, Sean shared the exact same message but added: 'We both believe this is the best step for us moving forward.' Just a week ago, Sean posted a loved-up photo of him and Matilda cuddled up during a dinner date. But as she posted a snap showcasing her trendy ensemble, TOWIE actor, Roman Hacket t, 22, shared a cheeky picture to his Instagram with a girl wearing the same trousers The seemingly revealing snap comes just months after Matilda and her ex Sean Stone separated Despite enjoying a loved-up date outside the villa, the couple have opted to continue their journey without each other Matilda was the first to announce their shock split Quickly after Matilda posted a statement, Sean shared the exact same message but added: 'We both believe this is the best step for us moving forward' He captioned his post: 'Date Night with my @matildajdraper❤️' The Stories come after a different Love Island star Ella Barnes joined the cast of TOWIE as Roman's love interest. The reality star, 24, was seen out partying with the stars of the show including Jordan Brooks, Ella Rae Wise, Sophie Kasaei and Roman. The bombshell rose to fame on the tenth series of the ITV2 show last year, and entered the villa on day 39 bringing a huge injection of drama as she claimed to have history with hunky footballer Tyrique Hyde. But Tyrique's relationship with - now ex - Scottish model Ella Thomas proved to be stronger, and Ella B was then involved in a romance with Mitchel Taylor. It wasn't meant to be between Ella and the gas engineer - as the ex-couple split just a month after leaving the villa and hit screens again, this time on the structured reality show with hunky Roman. TOWIE Instagram Love Island Share or comment on this article: Love Island's Matilda Draper 'is romantically linked with legendary TOWIE star' after their fans spot a 'clue' on social media e-mail Add comment
SINGAPORE: Recent viral bullying incidents and subsequent parliamentary discussions have brought school disciplinary and rehabilitation measures into the spotlight. Education Minister Chan Chun Sing’s emphasis on rehabilitating bullies rather than solely punishing them is a progressive step. However, the continued use of traditional measures such as detention, suspension and even caning raises questions about their effectiveness in correcting bullying behaviour. Bullying is any form of behaviour that is carried out with the intention to harm, is repetitive, and where there exists a power difference between the bully and the victim. These acts can be physical, such as hitting or pushing; or verbal when the bully makes hurtful or mean remarks in person or online. Bullying can also be relational when rumours are spread about the victim that cast them in a negative light, leading them to being isolated from their peer group. Research has pointed to several reasons for school bullying. Bullies may model aggressive behaviours that are observed at home or in the peer group. They may experience feelings of insecurity that prompt them to use aggression to boost their self-esteem or social status. Bullies tend to have poor relationships with their parents which prevent them from seeking help when they encounter an issue. There may also be a general lack of empathy where the bully fails to recognise or care about the impact their actions may have on others. HARSH DISCIPLINE HAS LITTLE INSTRUCTIVE VALUE Traditionally, detention and suspension are common disciplinary tools schools use to deliver clear, negative consequences to perpetrators and send the message that bullying is not tolerated. Caning is also used as a last resort. Although such disciplinary measures serve as an immediate response to misconduct, their long-term effectiveness in behaviour correction is limited. Detention may provide a temporary deterrent, but it often fails to address the underlying issues that lead to bullying. Suspension, on the other hand, can be counterproductive. For some students, being suspended might feel like a reward, offering a break from school rather than a consequence for their actions. Furthermore, both local and international research shows that the use of harsh discipline has little instructive value. The intended message is often masked by the physical and emotional pain, such that children comply out of fear. By themselves, traditional disciplinary measures may not help students fully understand why and how they should behave prosocially. NEED FOR A HOLISTIC APPROACH To effectively rehabilitate bullies, a more holistic approach that combines traditional disciplinary measures with counselling and restorative actions is needed. Counselling can help students understand the impact of their behaviour, develop empathy, and learn better ways to interact with peers. Often, counselling may provide an inroad to unpacking and correcting the underlying issues that contributed to the bullying behaviours in the first place. These include addressing aggression that is modelled after in the home or peer context, and supporting the bullies to find socially acceptable ways to get access to resources and peer support. Restorative practices, such as mediated conversations between the bully and the victim, can promote accountability and healing. Importantly, schools and the community at large should put in place strong preventive programmes to reduce the likelihood of bullying. These include existing education efforts through the Character and Citizenship Education (CCE) curriculum. Workshops conducted by social service agencies such as the Singapore Children’s Society may reinforce students’ core competencies, such as empathy, social and emotional skills. Students can also learn how to support peers who are being bullied. Schools may also encourage more students to be upstanders – to report or stop bullying behaviour when they witness it. Collectively, these efforts help to cultivate a culture of care and support in the school context. SHARED RESPONSIBILITY BETWEEN SCHOOLS AND PARENTS Supporting students, whether they are a bully or a victim, is a shared responsibility between schools and parents. Schools play a crucial role in setting expectations for good conduct and providing a safe learning environment. However, parents must also be involved in the process. Effective communication between schools and parents is essential to ensure consistency in addressing behavioural issues in school and at home. Parents should be encouraged to reinforce positive behaviour at home and support the school’s efforts in rehabilitation. Addressing school bullying requires a multifaceted approach that goes beyond traditional disciplinary measures. By integrating counselling and restorative practices, schools can create an environment that not only deters bullying but also fosters personal growth and empathy. Collaboration between schools and parents is key to ensuring that disciplinary and rehabilitation actions lead to meaningful and lasting change. Cheung Hoi Shan is Assistant Professor in the Psychology and Child & Human Development Department at National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University.Aston Villa denied last-gasp winner in Juventus stalemate