John Martin

Dec 3, 2024 | fintechfutures.com | John Martin

As the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) prepares to regulate economic, social, and governance (ESG) ratings providers in early 2025, technology is emerging as a crucial enabler for compliance in a market which Bloomberg projects will reach $40 trillion by 2030. This landmark regulation, which the UK government says is supported by 95% of impacted stakeholders, aims to address long-standing industry challenges in the ESG ratings sector.

Aug 15, 2024 | onlinelibrary.wiley.com | David Westcott |John Martin |David Phalen |Annabel Dorrestein

Hidden lek The hidden lek is a form of lek that has hitherto not been recorded in mammals. This lek occurs in monogamous or polygynous birds that participate in extra-pair copulations. For these extra-pair copulations, males establish their mating territories that are either separate or the same as their roosting territories, in leks. These leks provide easy access and choice for females that are receptive to extra-pair copulations (Wagner, 1998).

May 24, 2024 | federalnewsnetwork.com | John Martin

Now and then a matter comes along that serves as a timeless reminder that while the vast majority of us have good intentions, some humans are susceptible to corruption. A memo written by Earl E. Devaney to the Secretary of the Interior in 2008 about the so-called “Royalty in Kind” scandal is an illustrative example. Devaney was an inspector general investigating allegations of corruption within a subagency then called the Minerals Management Service (MMS).

Dec 2, 2023 | tandfonline.com | John Martin |Jennifer Drost |Christopher Was |Elizabeth Cousins-Whitus

AbstractObjectives Although caregiver burden is common in the context of dementia caregiving, the caregiving role is linked to beneficial outcomes too. Individuals reporting higher positive aspects of caregiving tend to exhibit lower burden relative to those reporting few.

Nov 14, 2023 | autohexa.com | John Martin

The Ram 1500 TRX is the most powerful and capable pickup truck ever built. It has a supercharged 702-horsepower engine, a luxurious interior, and off-road capability that will take you anywhere you want to go. If you’re looking for a truck that can do it all, the Ram 1500 TRX is the only choice. But be warned, this truck is not for the faint of heart. It’s a beast, and it’s ready to take on any challenge.