By Shariq Khan NEW YORK (Reuters) -Oil prices rose about 3% on Thursday as producers assessed the damage to output in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico after Hurricane Francine tore through offshore oil producing areas…
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Speech by John Schindler, Secretary General of the Financial Stability Board, at the Eurofi Financial Forum 2024 in Budapest The views expressed in these remarks are those of the speaker in his role as FSB…
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As the world becomes increasingly connected, digital fraud has evolved from a local problem into a global one. West Africa, particularly Ghana and Nigeria, is witnessing the rise of “hustle kingdoms” – informal academies that…
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Banning children under 16 from social media sounds like a seductive idea. For overwhelmed parents navigating their kids’ lives in a digital age, this move from the Australian government may seem like welcome relief. But…
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People: Bundesbank appoints Mauderer as vice-president – Central Banking End of drawer navigation content Skip to main content Former prosecutor joins Dutch central bank’s supervisory board Sabine Mauderer Germany: Sabine Mauderer has been appointed vice-president…
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Investing.com– Gold prices rose in Asian trade on Thursday and remained in sight of record highs as traders bet that the yellow metal will still benefit from a lower interest rate environment. But bets on…
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When you think of modern, oil-rich Gulf states like Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), you may picture a life of luxury. But beneath the shots of towering skyscrapers and splendid grand…
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In many African communities, fire hazards are a concern due to the materials used for building and daily activities such as cooking and heating. The risks are increased by the use of highly flammable materials…
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By Ned Randolph NEW ORLEANS (Reuters) -Hurricane Francine threatened New Orleans and the wider Gulf Coast on Wednesday, shutting down a quarter of oil and gas production in the Gulf, while parishes across Louisiana issued…
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CC BY-ND Americans give about half a trillion dollars a year to charity. That money helps fund services for the homeless, fight diseases, run museums and other organizations doing worthwhile activities. Some donations, such as…
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