From silence to strength: Women leaders speak out in South Sudan

She knows what it’s like to be silenced. Born into a family that didn’t believe in educating girls, she had to stay home while her brothers went to school. Only when she moved to Khartoum with her uncle did she get a chance to study, though not for long. “I was forced into marriage at 14,” Awrelia said. “Even before then, some […]

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Commission proposes to boost supplementary pensions and simplify rules on sustainable financial products

  Public pensions alone may not always be sufficient to maintain adequate living standards. To help people secure a more reasonable income in retirement, the European Commission has put forward a set of measures to improve access to stronger and more effective supplementary pensions. These would complement rather than replace public pensions in EU countries. […]

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‘Leave no one behind’: As wealth gap widens, UN calls for new industrial deal for world’s poorest

“First, we need to end the war. Then, we have to restart the factories,” says Basher Abdullah, advisor to Sudan’s Minister of Industry and Trade.   Like many of the world’s poorest countries, Sudan’s attempts to develop its economy are severely hampered by conflict. Yet, even amidst the brutal civil war, the UN Industrial Organization […]

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Blue Islands Ceases Trading, Marking Latest Blow to UK Aviation

Regional carrier Blue Islands has announced it has ceased trading, cancelling all scheduled flights and suspending operations with immediate effect. The move makes the airline the latest British operator to collapse amid mounting pressures in the aviation sector. Sudden Suspension of Services Passengers were left stranded after the airline confirmed that all flights had been […]

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Daily Mail Owner Secures $650 Million Deal to Acquire The Telegraph

The owner of the Daily Mail, Daily Mail and General Trust (DMGT), has struck a landmark deal worth $650 million (£500 million) to acquire The Telegraph, one of Britain’s most influential newspapers. The agreement, announced on November 22, 2025, positions DMGT as a dominant force in the UK’s right‑leaning media landscape Geo TV New Straits […]

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Paul Costelloe, Icon of Irish Fashion, Dies at 80

Legendary Irish fashion designer Paul Costelloe has died at the age of 80 in London, surrounded by his family after a short illness. His passing marks the end of a remarkable career that spanned more than four decades and made him one of the most celebrated names in both Irish and British fashion BreakingNews.ie EVOKE […]

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Minister Naughton Announces €338,681 Funding Boost for Youth Organisations on Youth Night

Minister for Education and Youth Hildegarde Naughton has announced a major funding allocation of €338,681 under the Youth Capital Funding Scheme 2025, supporting 26 national youth organisations across Ireland. The announcement coincided with Youth Night / Oíche na hÓige 2025, a nationwide celebration of youth work. Supporting Inclusive Youth Spaces The scheme provides grants for […]

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Gaza: Two children killed every day during fragile ceasefire, says UNICEF

“Yesterday morning, a baby girl was reportedly killed in Khan Younis by an airstrike, while the day before, seven children were killed in Gaza City and the south,” said Ricardo Pires, spokesperson for the UN Children’s Fund, UNICEF. What to know UNICEF says 67 children have been killed during the ceasefire. 280 Palestinian deaths and […]

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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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