Manuel Chang, the former finance minister of Mozambique, was sentenced on Friday, January 19, 2025, to eight-and-a-half years in prison by a federal court in Brooklyn, New York, for his involvement in the infamous “tuna bond” scandal. The case, which has drawn international attention, is centered around fraudulent loans taken out by Mozambique’s state-owned companies […]
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On Sunday, January 19, 2025, a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas went into effect at 11:15 a.m. local time (0915 GMT), following tense negotiations and growing international pressure. This pause in hostilities was a significant moment in the ongoing conflict, intended to allow for the exchange of hostages and prisoners. As part of the first […]
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As part of the EU’s long standing commitment to support Palestinians in need and in light of the latest developments in the region, the European Commission today announced a new aid package for Gaza worth €120 million. This brings total EU humanitarian assistance to Gaza to over €450 million since 2023 and comes in addition […]
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Heathrow Airport has praised the UK Home Office’s decision to eliminate the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) requirement for non-European passengers in airside transit across all UK airports. This move is expected to enhance the UK’s position as a global transit hub, benefiting airports like Heathrow, Manchester, and others. Background and Impact Across UK Airports Under […]
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His warning comes in the wake of reports that dozens were brutally killed in ethnically targeted attacks in Al Jazirah state in the southeast, and amid reports of an imminent battle for control of the country’s capital, Khartoum. The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and a rival military, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have been fighting […]
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“Being from southern Italy, the migration issue is very close to my heart. Southern Italians have always emigrated throughout history, especially during the Second World War and I have in my family people who have emigrated and I am an emigrant myself,” Ms. Dell’Anna said, ahead of a special screening of her film at the […]
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Amazon Web Services (AWS) has officially launched its new Asia Pacific (Thailand) Region, marking a significant expansion in Southeast Asia’s cloud computing landscape. The region, which is backed by an investment of over $5 billion, will consist of three availability zones designed to improve business continuity and provide low-latency connectivity for local businesses, startups, and […]
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Researchers at the Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST) in South Korea have unveiled a groundbreaking lithium-ion battery design that significantly improves safety and performance. This new battery, featuring a triple-layer solid polymer electrolyte, addresses some of the most pressing concerns with conventional lithium-ion batteries, including fire hazards and potential explosions. Traditional lithium-ion […]
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Constellation has secured a landmark contract with the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), worth over $1 billion, to supply clean energy and implement energy efficiency upgrades across several federal facilities. This historic deal marks a significant step toward advancing the U.S. government’s clean energy goals and enhancing the energy performance of federal buildings. Energy Supply […]
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Chevron (NYSE: CVX) is setting ambitious targets for its financial growth, aiming to increase its free cash flow by $6 to $8 billion by 2026. This goal will be achieved by reducing expenses by several billion dollars, according to the company’s CEO, Michael Wirth. Chevron’s free cash flow for 2023 reached $19.78 billion, with a […]
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