Adobe Acquires Semrush for $1.9 Billion, Strengthening AI-Driven Search Capabilities

Adobe has announced the $1.9 billion acquisition of Semrush, a leading SEO and digital marketing platform, in a move designed to expand its footprint in AI-powered search and marketing technologies. The deal, revealed on November 18, 2025, values Semrush at $12 per share — nearly double its trading price before the news — and is […]

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Databricks Eyes $130 Billion Valuation Amid AI-Driven Growth

Databricks, the data and AI tools provider, is in advanced talks to raise fresh capital at a valuation exceeding $130 billion, according to industry sources. The figure represents a 30% jump from its $100 billion valuation just two months ago, underscoring investor confidence in the company’s rapid expansion and AI-focused strategy. Financial Performance Founded in […]

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Commission takes steps to modernise European defence and improve military mobility

  Building on its plans to protect peace and ramp up our continent’s defence readiness, the European Commission has unveiled a set of measures that should significantly enhance military mobility across Europe. The measures will create an EU-wide military mobility area where troops, equipment and military assets can move around quickly and smoothly.    Simultaneously, […]

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Can industrial growth and climate action go hand in hand?

In Namibia’s Daures region, a bold experiment aims to prove economies can create jobs without fossil fuels.  When completed, Daures Green Hydrogen Village will sustainably produce hydrogen and ammonia from renewable sources, which will be used to make the country’s first carbon-free green fertiliser, reducing the need for imports.  The project is designed to benefit […]

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Taoiseach Rejects Kremlin Claims on Ireland’s Neutrality as ‘Nonsense’

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has dismissed remarks made by a Kremlin spokesperson questioning Ireland’s neutrality, describing them as “nonsense” during comments on Friday. Kremlin Briefing Sparks Response The Kremlin briefing suggested that Ireland’s traditional stance of neutrality was compromised by its alignment with European Union positions on security and defense. Officials in Moscow claimed Ireland was […]

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Port Authority Unveils $45 Billion Capital Plan to Modernize New York Airports

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) has released a proposed $45 billion capital plan for 2026–2035, outlining a decade-long investment strategy to transform major airports including John F. Kennedy International (JFK), Newark Liberty (EWR), and LaGuardia (LGA) Port Authority of New York & New Jersey megaproject.com. Major Airport Redevelopment The plan […]

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Indian Air Force Tejas Fighter Jet Crashes During Dubai Airshow, Pilot Killed

An Indian Air Force (IAF) Tejas fighter jet crashed during a flying display at the Dubai Airshow 2025 on Friday, November 21, killing the pilot and sending thick black smoke into the sky as stunned spectators looked on The Star Al Arabiya English Connected to India. The Incident The crash occurred around 2:10 p.m. local […]

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Japan Approves $135 Billion Stimulus as Inflation Pressures Mount

Japan has unveiled a $135 billion stimulus package aimed at easing the burden of rising prices and reinforcing its economic and strategic resilience. The move comes as inflation continues to run above the Bank of Japan’s 2% target, stoking concerns among policymakers and households alike Yahoo Finance UK Iraqi News. Inflation Concerns Consumer prices have […]

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Taoiseach Micheál Martin Attends Historic G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has begun an official visit to Johannesburg, South Africa, ahead of Ireland’s first-ever participation in the G20 Leaders’ Summit, marking a significant milestone in the country’s global engagement. Economic and Community Engagement On Friday, Martin attended an Enterprise Ireland lunch with around 150 business leaders, highlighting opportunities for Irish companies in Africa. […]

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Boiler Explosion at Pakistani Glue Factory Kills 15, Injures 7 in Faisalabad

A boiler explosion at a glue-making factory in Faisalabad, Punjab province, on Friday, November 21, 2025, killed at least 15 workers and injured seven others, according to local authorities. The blast devastated the industrial facility, triggered a fire, and caused extensive damage to nearby homes, sparking panic across the area NDTV AOL Yahoo News Canada. […]

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