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Oil prices rise as Israel-Hamas war rages on; Econ data takes focus By Investing.com

Oil prices rise as Israel-Hamas war rages on; Econ data takes focus By Investing.com

© Reuters. Investing.com– Oil prices rose on Tuesday, recovering a measure of steep losses as traders continued to seek new developments in the Israel-Hamas war, while a swathe of upcoming readings on business activity also…

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imposing a US$1 bot tax on new customers will only make the platform’s problems worse

imposing a US$1 bot tax on new customers will only make the platform’s problems worse

X, formerly known as Twitter, is testing a subscription plan called “Not a Bot” of US$1 equivalent per annum in New Zealand and the Philippines. Those who don’t subscribe will still be able to log…

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Stakeholder outreach on financial resources and tools for Central Counterparty (CCP) resolution

Stakeholder outreach on financial resources and tools for Central Counterparty (CCP) resolution

23 October 2023 Join the FSB’s stakeholder outreach event on financial resources and tools for CCP resolution, which will be held virtually on Wednesday 8 November 13:00 – 15:00 (CET). This virtual outreach event aims…

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Crude oil slumps as Middle East diplomacy intensifies By Investing.com

Crude oil slumps as Middle East diplomacy intensifies By Investing.com

© Reuters. Investing.com — Oil prices fell Monday as diplomatic efforts to contain the conflict between Israel and Hamas intensified, although tensions remained high as Israel continued to bombard the Gaza enclave. By 09:15 ET…

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why people who are great at their job can fail when they get promoted

why people who are great at their job can fail when they get promoted

There’s a saying that people don’t quit their job, they quit their boss. And poor management certainly has a lot to answer for in the UK workplace. A staggering 82% of new managers in the…

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how First Nations leadership is key to getting remote communities online

how First Nations leadership is key to getting remote communities online

There are more than 1,500 remote First Nations communities and homelands around Australia, and about 670 of them have no mobile phone coverage. In research with 495 people from ten remote communities, we found 45.9%…

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Colombia’s Acosta says early cuts ‘a big risk’

Colombia’s Acosta says early cuts ‘a big risk’

The newest member of the board of Colombia’s central bank has warned against lowering rates too soon, putting her at odds with the president who appointed her. “There’s a big risk in easing early then…

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Oil prices ease as aid convoys arrive in embattled Gaza Strip By Reuters

Oil prices ease as aid convoys arrive in embattled Gaza Strip By Reuters

2/2 © Reuters. FILE PHOTO: Crude oil storage tanks are seen from above at the Cushing oil hub, appearing to run out of space to contain a historic supply glut that has hammered prices, in…

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How the Israel-Hamas war could affect the world economy and worsen global trade tensions

How the Israel-Hamas war could affect the world economy and worsen global trade tensions

Global geopolitical tensions often play a pivotal role in shaping people’s perceptions of economic growth. Research shows concern about such issues can cause people and businesses to become more cautious about spending and investing, which…

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Ancient pots hold clues about how diverse diets helped herders thrive in southern Africa

Ancient pots hold clues about how diverse diets helped herders thrive in southern Africa

The introduction of herding – a way of life which centres on keeping herds of mobile domesticated animals – significantly changed Africa’s genetic, economic, social and cultural landscapes during the last 10,000 years. Unlike other…

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