Dublin, August 13, 2025 — Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, has officially opened applications for the 2025 Beef Welfare Scheme (BWS), a €28 million initiative aimed at enhancing animal welfare and supporting economic sustainability in Ireland’s suckler beef sector. The scheme represents a significant increase in funding compared to 2024, […]
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But after a decade of armed conflict and amidst a severe economic depression, educational toy imports have become way too expensive for many classrooms in Yemen. Shadia and Fatima, two young entrepreneurs in Yemen, identified this gap after participating in a training course run by the UN Development Programme (UNDP). They decided to begin a youth-led […]
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August 13, 2025 Business & Macroeconomic Developments 🇰🇪 Kenya Cuts Lending Rate to Spur Credit GrowthThe Central Bank of Kenya has reduced its benchmark lending rate by 25 basis points to 9.5%, part of ongoing efforts to stimulate private sector credit. The move reflects moderate inflationary pressure and the government’s push to support economic growth […]
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Rafah, Egypt — August 2025Former Irish President and UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Mary Robinson, alongside former New Zealand Prime Minister Helen Clark, has issued a powerful statement condemning Israel’s continued blockade of humanitarian aid into Gaza. The remarks followed their visit to the Rafah border crossing, where they witnessed firsthand the obstruction of […]
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Dhaka, Bangladesh — August 2025In a landmark ruling, the High Court division of the Bangladesh Supreme Court has dismissed the long-standing case against renowned photojournalist and human rights activist Dr. Shahidul Alam, originally filed in 2018 under the now-repealed Section 57 of the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Act. 📜 Background of the Case Dr. […]
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In a decisive pivot to counter mounting competition from Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, Ford Motor Company has announced a sweeping $5 billion investment to develop a new generation of affordable, software-defined EVs. The initiative, described by CEO Jim Farley as Ford’s “Model T moment,” marks a radical departure from traditional manufacturing and signals a […]
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Joint statement on behalf of 27 partners on aid to Gaza and restrictions facing NGOs The humanitarian suffering in Gaza has reached unimaginable levels. Famine is unfolding before our eyes. Urgent action is needed now to halt and reverse starvation. Humanitarian space must be protected, and aid should never be politicised. However, due to restrictive […]
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Brisbane, Australia — August 2025Aurizon Holdings Ltd (ASX: AZJ), Australia’s largest rail freight operator, has confirmed it is exploring strategic options for its Central Queensland Coal Network (CQCN), including the potential sale of up to 49% of the network for an estimated A$4 billion. 📈 Strategic Review and Investor Outreach Aurizon’s announcement follows a report […]
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Tokyo, Japan — August 2025DHL Supply Chain has initiated a pilot program in Japan deploying hydrogen-powered fuel cell (FC) trucks, marking a significant step toward decarbonizing logistics operations in Asia. The initiative is part of a government-supported project aimed at promoting next-generation energy solutions for transportation and aligns with DHL Group’s broader sustainability roadmap. 🔋 […]
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Beijing, China — August 2025China’s leading electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturer, Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL) (SHE: 300750), has announced a suspension of operations at its Yichun lithium mine, triggering a sharp rise in lithium carbonate prices. The move comes amid a nationwide crackdown on industrial overcapacity, particularly in the critical minerals sector. 🏗️ […]
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