Netherlands Suspends Takeover of Nexperia in Gesture to China, Easing Semiconductor Tensions

The Netherlands announced on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, that it had suspended its proposed takeover of Chinese-owned chipmaker Nexperia, describing the move as a sign of “good will.” The decision was welcomed by Beijing as a positive “first step” in repairing strained relations between the two countries Al Jazeera Silicon Republic Euractiv France 24. Background […]

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MacArthur Foundation Awards $100 Million to Redeemer’s University, Nigeria Sentinel Pandemic Prevention Project

The MacArthur Foundation has awarded $100 million to the Sentinel project, a groundbreaking global health initiative co-led by Dr. Pardis Sabeti of the Broad Institute and Prof. Christian Happi of the Institute of Genomics and Global Health (IGH), Redeemer’s University, Nigeria. The announcement was made on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, as part of the Foundation’s […]

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McKinsey Tops TIME’s Best Companies for Future Leaders for Third Consecutive Year

McKinsey & Company has once again been ranked #1 in TIME’s 2025 list of the Best Companies for Future Leaders, marking the third year in a row the global consultancy has secured the top spot. Recognition of Leadership Development The ranking, compiled by TIME and Statista, highlights 175 organizations across the United States that are […]

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Lainey Wilson Wins Big at 2025 CMA Awards, Secures Top Honors

Country star Lainey Wilson dominated the 2025 Country Music Association (CMA) Awards, taking home some of the night’s most prestigious accolades while also serving as host of the ceremony at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. Triple Victory for Wilson Wilson won Entertainer of the Year, the CMA’s highest honor, reaffirming her status as one of the genre’s […]

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EASA and IATA announce collaboration regarding air travel emissions calculations

BRUSSELS/COLOGNE/GENEVA, November 20, 2025 – The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore synergies between the European Union Flight Emissions Label and IATA’s existing environmental data management ecosystem–IATA’s EcoHub and the IATA CO2 Connect calculator. The goal is to streamline processes across the […]

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UN aid office pushes for ‘unhindered’ humanitarian access in Sudan

In recent days the Emergency Relief Coordinator has travelled to various parts of the war-torn country and met leaders, frontline responders and survivors of the crisis. “We need more UN boots on the ground,” Mr. Fletcher said. “The UN is a ship that was not built to stay in the harbour, and this visit has […]

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Alstom Secures €470m Contract to Supply 55 Traxx Locomotives to Ukrainian Railways

Alstom has signed a landmark agreement to deliver 55 Traxx dual‑voltage locomotives to Ukrainian Railways, a deal valued at approximately €470 million and backed by international financing. Financing and Strategic Support The contract will be primarily financed through a €300 million loan from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and a $190 million […]

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Ending violence against women ‘a matter of dignity, equality and human rights’

When Salma* was just 15, she was forced to get married, even though she wanted to stay in school and become a doctor someday.  Instead, she found herself tied to a man who “changed from being kind to being a monster.” He would beat her “with his bare hands,” she said recently. The young mother […]

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Simon Harris Begins Tenure as Minister for Finance with Key Economic Meetings

On his first full day as Minister for Finance, Tánaiste Simon Harris held a series of high-level discussions aimed at setting the tone for his stewardship of Ireland’s economy. Engagements with Key Institutions Harris met with Gabriel Makhlouf, Governor of the Central Bank of Ireland, and Niall Cody, Chairman of the Revenue Commissioners, underscoring the […]

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US Citizen Freed from Saudi Detention After Criticism of Government: Family Thanks Trump Administration

A United States citizen detained in Saudi Arabia for criticizing the kingdom’s leadership has been released, following diplomatic efforts by the Trump administration. His son confirmed the news, expressing gratitude to U.S. officials for helping secure his father’s freedom and return home. Family Relief and Diplomatic Intervention The family described the release as the end […]

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