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New York Post
2 days ago
- Business
- New York Post
Rays owner in ‘advanced talks' to sell MLB franchise for $1.7 billion
The Rays revealed Wednesday that owner Stu Sternberg is in 'advanced talks' to sell the team. The potential deal values the MLB club at $1.7 billion with a group led by Jacksonville homebuilder Patrick Zalupski having executed a letter of intent to purchase the club, per Sportico. 'The Tampa Bay Rays announced that the team has recently commenced exclusive discussions with a group led by Patrick Zalupski, Bill Cosgrove, Ken Babby and prominent Tampa Bay investors concerning a possible sale of the team,' the team said in a statement. 'Neither the Rays nor the group will have further comment during the discussions.' 3 Rays' Junior Caminero runs the bases after his double off Miami Marlins pitcher Edward Cabrera. AP The Rays perennially have one of the smallest payrolls in Major League Baseball but have been one of the most successful teams since 2008, with the third-highest winning percentage in that time. Only the Yankees and the Dodgers have a higher win percentage. Sternberg, principal owner of the franchise, purchased the Rays in 2004 for $200 million, but has faced mounting pressure to sell the team in recent years. According to The Athletic, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred and other owners have been attempting to persuade Sternberg to sell. The Rays have spent considerable time trying to build a new stadium to replace Tropicana Field. They had a deal in place to begin building a new 30,000-capacity stadium as part of a mixed-use development in the Historic Gas Plant District in downtown St. Petersburg. 3 Patrick Zalupski is the founder, chairman and CEO of Dream Finders Homes, a Florida-based homebuilder. University of Florida 3 Tropicana Field after Hurricane Milton. AFP via Getty Images However, as the March 31 funding deadline passed, Sternberg announced that the plans were being scrapped due to financing delays. Currently, the Rays are unable to play at Tropicana Field after the stadium sustain massive damage from Hurricane Milton in October 2024. They are instead playing out of George M. Steinbrenner field in Tampa, which is the site of the Yankees' spring training facility and home of their High-A club. A Rays sale would be MLB's third franchise to change hands in recent years. In 2020, the Mets were sold to Steve Cohen, and, in 2024, a group led by David Rubenstein bought the Orioles. The news of the franchise's potential sale came just hours before ESPN reported the majority share of the NBA's Lakers being sold to Mark Walter, owner of MLB's Dodgers, in a $10 billion deal.
Forbes
2 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Cultural Intelligence: Building Trust And Unlocking Insights In The Global Village
Real insights are gained through authentic connection and understanding. They come from learning how to listen to the consumer markets and communities you are trying to reach. getty If you're leading a company in North America, you're likely grappling with how to effectively connect with the diverse world around us. Whether expanding into international markets or engaging with your hometown's vibrant and culturally rich diaspora communities. The traditional 'Western' way of doing business, while valuable, isn't the only perspective, and often, it's not the one that truly resonates when trying to reach non-Western audiences. To succeed today, you need more than just a good product or service; you need cultural intelligence, defined by Sternberg et al. as 'one's ability to adapt when confronted with problems arising in interactions with people or artifacts of cultures other than one's own.' At its heart, it is the ability to live, work, and collaborate across cultures. However, cultural intelligence is more than that; it is a powerful competitive advantage. It's about resisting the impulse to simply push Western notions and, instead, finding spaces where different perspectives and cultures are respected and seen. It's the key to finding genuine insights and, crucially, building authentic trust with the communities you want to serve. Real insights are gained through authentic connection and understanding. They come from learning how to listen to the consumer markets and communities you are trying to reach. This act of listening requires the ability to appreciate and celebrate diversity and cultural differences. So, how do you practically find these crucial insights and build that vital trust? It starts with a framework I've developed over years of navigating diverse markets, the EIA method (Embed, Interpret, Act). This is where you connect with the environment and its people. For an organization, it involves creating a structure where you seek to learn and become part of that community. You open yourself up to learning traditions, styles of conversation, and customs. This grassroots approach is essential for gaining consumer insights from the ground up. When you embed yourself, you embrace new experiences as opportunities to grow and see the world with a fresh perspective. This is where you begin to gather the raw information that will lead to insights. If you're the type of person who lands in a new city and decides not to take a tour but to walk the neighborhoods, ask the local people the best spots to eat, and engage with the citizens of this new-to-you place, you already possess that cultural intelligence instinct! Once you've embedded and gathered information, you must make sense of it. This step involves understanding the cultural nuances that shape behavior, preferences, and values. You combine the new information you've gathered with your existing knowledge to create a richer, more textured perspective. Cultural misunderstandings are a major risk if you skip or rush this step, potentially impeding communication and relationships. Interpreting is how you turn observations into meaningful insights that can inform your strategy. This is where you put the insights you've gained through embedding and interpreting into practice. It requires adapting your strategies and changing your behavior to connect better with others. Acting on insights is not just about developing new products or services; it's also fundamentally about building relationships. This is where the trust you've started to build during the first two steps allows your actions to resonate and succeed. As Vern Vipul, a serial entrepreneur and one of my oldest friends, noted, 'Leaders must be willing to go into that place themselves; you can't delegate the process of learning and adapting to figure out a market.' Let me share a story of how the EIA method guided a transformation in my career. I acquired Computek College on September 5, 2014. At the time, it was a struggling institution primarily focused on the Sri Lankan Tamil community. It aimed to educate newcomers for Canadian employment. I saw it as an opportunity to bridge a gap: Highly educated and skilled immigrants weren't getting the jobs they deserved, while Canadian companies were looking for talent. I knew both worlds well and believed I could help this valuable population get established. In terms of Embed, I was determined to understand the immigrant population we served. I realized success wouldn't come from boardroom strategy but from the streets of the Greater Toronto Area, where our students lived and worked. I took a hands-on approach, notably by teaching communication classes to our students. This allowed me to gain firsthand insights from right inside the classroom as students shared their perspectives, aspirations, and challenges as newcomers to Canada. My team and I also made a concerted effort to hire faculty and staff who reflected the diversity of our student body, seeking individuals with firsthand experience of the immigrant journey. As I embedded myself, I began Interpreting the information gathered. I understood the varying attitudes and expectations around education and career development among students; for some, it was tied to family honor, for others, a major stressor alongside cultural adaptation. I interpreted how cultural backgrounds impacted learning styles, seeing preferences for collaborative or independent approaches. Armed with these insights, I began to Act. My first priority was to diversify the student body. We actively recruited students and staff from different communities and worked with grassroots businesses. The shift in demographics was dramatic, growing from 50 Tamil students a year to 2,000 students from many countries and cultures by 2024. Along with other initiatives, we have created a thriving college. For North American companies and institutions, the takeaway is clear: Cultural intelligence is not optional; it's essential to find genuine insights and build the trust needed for success. Whether your sights are set globally or on connecting with the diverse communities in Western nations, embracing different perspectives, embedding yourself in the community you seek to serve, interpreting the nuances, and acting on those insights with cultural sensitivity will unlock powerful opportunities. It's about creating win-win situations where everyone benefits. As Rumi said, 'Yesterday, I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today, I am wise, so I am changing myself.' This willingness to adapt and grow based on understanding others is the heart of cultural intelligence. It's how you build trust and find the insights that lead to meaningful, lasting success.
Time of India
6 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Delhi University launches 'Negotiating Intimate Relationships' course: Gen Z will now learn to deal with relationships, heartbreaks, and red flags
Delhi University has introduced a new elective course titled 'Negotiating Intimate relationships' to help students navigate emotional complexities, identify red flags, and understand the dynamics of friendships and romantic relationships in the era of dating apps and social media. Offered by the Department of Psychology, this course is open to undergraduate students starting from the 2023-26 academic session. It has been listed on the university's official website since 2023. The decision comes in the wake of rising concerns over emotional distress and incidents of violence linked to toxic relationships among youth. The university's goal is to create resilience among students and emotional intelligence. About the course: Negotiating Intimate Relationships The course introduced by the Department of Psychology focuses on guiding Gen Z students through the complexities of modern relationships, heartbreaks, and boundaries in a digital age shaped by social media apps like Tinder and Instagram. The aim is to concentrate on topics- relationships, romance, friendships, breakups, which are often ignored by the traditional education system. The course is eligible for students who have cleared their Class 12 examinations. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Structure of the course The four-credit course offers three lectures and one tutorial weekly. The tutorials will feature engaging exercises such as movie reviews, debates on dating culture, group discussions, and social media network analysis. This unique academic space provides students with a judgment-free environment to discuss their relationships openly. Key units: The transitioning of relations from friends to partners, how to maintain long-term connections, and understanding friendships and relationships. Examining emotional attachment and sexuality in relationships, and understanding love through key theories, like Sternberg's triangular theory and the two-factor theory. Teaching students to recognize signs of trouble in relationships, including jealousy, infidelity, emotional abuse, and partner violence, and empowering them to prioritize their well-being. Building strong connections through effective communication, empathy, and emotional support, thus fostering positive relationships and family dynamics. Need of the course for students The university came to the decision of introducing the course because of the rising concerns over emotional distress and incidents of violence linked to toxic relationships among youth. With structured academic engagement, the university hopes to foster greater emotional awareness and resilience among students. The course is designed to be interactive and engaging for students, but it does not offer any practical component. For instance, students will analyze cinematic representations of love and conflict in critique films like Kabir Singh and Titanic, exploring themes of toxic masculinity and idealized romance. A DU faculty member, Latika Gupta, said, 'Movies often glamorize toxic love, but in a classroom, they become opportunities to unpack harmful norms. We need to start conversations on emotional health early if we're serious about preventing future harm.' One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
News18
11-06-2025
- General
- News18
DU's Course On Intimate Relationships, Heartbreak & Red Flags: What Will Students Learn? Explained
Last Updated: The four-credit paper will help learners identify red flags, navigate emotional complexities, and build healthy interpersonal bonds The Delhi University (DU) is set to launch a new elective course — Negotiating Intimate Relationships — for undergraduate students from the 2025-26 academic session, according to the Times of India. The four-credit paper will help learners identify red flags, navigate emotional complexities, and build healthy interpersonal bonds. It will help students understand the dynamics of friendships and romantic relationships. The Department of Psychology's course has been listed on the university's official website since 2023. It will be open to all undergraduate students, irrespective of discipline. Clearing Class 12 examination is compulsory. KEY THEMES AND STRUCTURE Unit 1: Psychology behind friendships and close bonds. Unit 2: Different theories of love and sexuality, including the triangular theory of love by Robert Sternberg and the two-factor theory. Unit 3: Warning signs in relationships such as jealousy, emotional manipulation, and intimate partner violence. Three lectures and one tutorial every week. Films such as Kabir Singh and Titanic will be reviewed to critically examine portrayals of love and conflict. Students will also use Sternberg's triangular love scale to assess one's love towards a romantic partner. BOOSTING STUDENTS' EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE To understand the foundations of intimate relationships. Recognise emotional triggers and conflicts. Cultivate the ability to form meaningful and respectful bonds. By the end of the course, students are expected to be able to analyse the psychological roots of love and distress, and apply these insights to real-life situations. First Published: June 11, 2025, 18:48 IST
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Time of India
Delhi University to launch course on navigating modern love, red flags, and heartbreaks for Gen Z
Delhi University is introducing a new elective course titled 'Negotiating Intimate Relationships' to guide Gen Z students through the complexities of modern romance, heartbreak, and emotional boundaries in a digital age shaped by Tinder and Instagram. Scheduled to begin in the 2025–26 academic year, the course is open to undergraduates from all disciplines and will be offered by the Department of Psychology. It aims to spark essential conversations around intimacy, friendships, jealousy, and break-ups — topics that are often left unaddressed in traditional education but have become increasingly relevant, especially in the wake of rising incidents of emotionally charged crimes among youth. The decision to launch the course comes amid growing concerns over the emotional volatility seen in young adults, often exacerbated by social media and the lack of early education around healthy relationship dynamics. Recent cases in Delhi have underscored this troubling trend — in just a few weeks between May and June 2025, three young women in their late teens and early twenties were brutally murdered by jealous partners. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Most Gorgeous Female Athletes Ranked. But Did We Get It Right? Learn More Undo While not all incidents involved students, experts say these tragedies reflect a wider crisis: many young people are unequipped to handle rejection, emotional distress, or conflict in relationships. 'These aren't isolated crimes,' noted a psychologist familiar with the situation. 'They are manifestations of an emotional vacuum and poor regulation, worsened by online surveillance of romantic partners.' The four-credit course, which includes three lectures and one tutorial weekly, is tailored for students with a foundational understanding of psychology. It offers a rare academic space to discuss relationships in a structured, judgment-free environment. Live Events The syllabus is divided into four key units: The Psychology of friendships and intimate relationships – exploring the formation of bonds, transitions from friendship to romantic relationships, and the nature of long-term partnerships. Understanding love – covering love theories like Sternberg's triangular theory and the two-factor theory, along with discussions on sexuality and emotional attachment. Signs of relationships going sour – arguably the most vital segment, this unit will help students recognize early warning signs such as excessive jealousy, infidelity, emotional abuse, and partner violence. Flourishing relationships – focusing on nurturing healthy connections through effective communication, empathy, and emotional support within relationships and families. The course is designed to be interactive and engaging. Tutorials will involve social media analysis, self-awareness exercises, debates on digital dating dilemmas, and pop culture critiques — for instance, examining portrayals of toxic masculinity in Kabir Singh or the idealized romance in Titanic. 'Movies often glamorize toxic love, but in a classroom, they become opportunities to unpack harmful norms,' explained Latika Gupta, a DU faculty member. 'We need to start conversations on emotional health early if we're serious about preventing future harm.' Gupta emphasized the need for this course by pointing out that emotional literacy — from setting boundaries to handling rejection — is rarely taught. 'If young people had these tools, some of the tragedies we're seeing might have been avoided,' she said. [With TOI inputs]
