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Islamic State reappearance troubles Iran and… USA NEWS

Islamic State reappearance troubles Iran and… USA

On Wednesday, January 3rd, the Islamic State group claimed responsibility for the suicide bombings in Iran targeting a commemoration for the slain Iranian General Qassem Soleimani. The attacks in the city of Kerman, the worst in decades for Iran, occurred…
Republican primaries: Something has changed NEWS

Republican primaries: Something has changed

In the latest Rasmussen poll, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ bid for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination has seen a significant decline, placing him tied for third with former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie. The poll, conducted from December 19-21 among…
The real threat to our democracy… FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The real threat to our democracy…

The recent Colorado Supreme Court decision to disqualify Donald Trump from the presidential primary ballot, though dramatic, appears to be a symbolic gesture with little practical impact. The 4-3 ruling is expected to be overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court,…
Russian leader of opposition finally located… NEWS

Russian leader of opposition finally located…

Imprisoned Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, a prominent critic of President Vladimir Putin, has been found at a prison colony above the Arctic Circle, according to associates who had lost contact with him for nearly three weeks. Navalny is currently…
Protests against possible fiscal austerity in Argentina ECONOMY AND FINANCE

Protests against possible fiscal austerity in Argentina

On Wednesday, December 20th, Argentinian President Javier Milei unveiled comprehensive measures to revitalize Argentina’s struggling economy, MIlei puts emphasis on the reduction of government regulations and the privatization of state-run industries to stimulate exports and attract investments. The right-wing libertarian…
US-Led Red Sea Maritime Security ECONOMY AND FINANCE

US-Led Red Sea Maritime Security

“New US-led coalition for Red Sea maritime security.” Shipping companies are uncertain about the details of a new international naval coalition formed by the United States to counter Red Sea attacks. There’s little clarity about the coalition’s plans and if…
Toshiba exits market after 74 years ECONOMY AND FINANCE

Toshiba exits market after 74 years

Toshiba has concluded its 74-year run as a publicly listed company as a consortium, led by Japan Industrial Partners (JIP), successfully completes the buyout. The privatization marks the end of a tumultuous period for the Japanese conglomerate, plagued by various…
Gazprom Profits in North Sea Uncategorized

Gazprom Profits in North Sea

“Gazprom profits from North Sea gas amid UK concerns, sanctions.” Russian energy behemoth Gazprom garnered €45 million from its North Sea gas field in the previous year, as reported in financial records. The company has been actively extracting gas from…
An Apple as big as Paris ECONOMY AND FINANCE

An Apple as big as Paris

Apple Inc., the world’s most valuable publicly traded company, continues its impressive rally, reaching a market value close to that of Europe’s largest stock market, France. As of Wednesday’s, December 13th close, Apple’s market value stood at $3.1 trillion, approaching…
Nothing has changed for the public debt since the 1980s… ECONOMY AND FINANCE

Nothing has changed for the public debt since the 1980s…

In the 1980s’, forgiving the public debt of developing nations was an important topic in every intergovernmental body. Nowadays, it’s even worse but nobody talks about it (very much). On Wednesday, December 13th, the World Bank released its annual International…