In a decisive move to combat corruption, Liberia’s President Joseph Boakai has suspended more than 450 government officials for failing to declare their assets in accordance with the country’s laws. This suspension, which will last for one month or until the officials comply with the asset declaration requirement, is part of a broader anti-corruption initiative […]
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As the African Union (AU) prepares to elect a new leader for its Commission, three prominent politicians are competing for the high-profile role: Raila Odinga, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, and Richard Randriamandrato. The position is particularly significant at a time when Africa faces complex challenges, including political instability, security concerns, and economic development issues. Raila Odinga, […]
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A senior member of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) was injured and a UN vehicle set ablaze on Friday during an escalating protest by Hezbollah supporters in Beirut. The protests were sparked by the Lebanese government’s decision to block an Iranian passenger flight from landing in the capital, a move that has […]
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Bangladesh’s crucial garment sector is facing a severe crisis, with over 50,000 workers, mostly women, losing their jobs as 76 factories have shut down in the past year. Experts warn that this decline could deepen, with more closures likely, threatening the stability of the country’s export economy. The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) […]
Continue ReadingPresident von der Leyen tasked all Commissioners to meet with young people in the first 100 days of the new mandate, to hear their concerns and questions firsthand. Youth concerns take centre stage For his Dialogue, the Commissioner met with 20 young participants from across Europe for a two-hour discussion. Each participant came well prepared […]
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Sydney Airport, one of Australia’s busiest hubs, descended into turmoil on Friday, February 14, when over 50 flights were canceled, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded. The mass disruption, which affected both departures and arrivals, was triggered by a combination of adverse weather and an unexpected air traffic controller shortage, causing ripple effects across the country’s […]
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Jamaica is set to become the focal point for global tourism resilience as it hosts the 3rd Annual Global Tourism Resilience Conference and Expo from February 17-19, 2025, at the Princess Grand Hotel in Hanover. This premier event will bring together leaders, experts, and innovators from around the world to explore strategies and technologies designed […]
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The Trump administration has ignited controversy with a sweeping purge of federal employees, focusing on probationary workers across several government agencies. This mass firing effort, affecting at least seven agencies including the Department of Veterans Affairs, Forest Service, and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, has drawn fierce backlash from labor unions, with critics accusing the administration […]
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Speaking at a high-level humanitarian conference in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa, António Guterres described the situation in Sudan as a catastrophe of “staggering scale and brutality”. He warned that it is increasing spilling into the wider region. “It is a crisis that demands sustained and urgent attention,” he said, underscoring the need to ensure […]
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In 2024, Meta continued its commitment to improving security across its platforms by paying out more than $2.3 million in bug bounties to researchers who identified vulnerabilities in its products. The tech giant received nearly 10,000 vulnerability reports last year, with about 600 qualifying for payout. Nearly 200 researchers benefitted from the rewards. Meta’s bug […]
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