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VanEck research reveals if Strategic Bitcoin Reserve can pay off US debt by 2049

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Following Trump’s watershed speech at the Nashville Bitcoin conference in July 2024, Sen. Cynthia Lummis introduced her Bitcoin reserve bill, explicitly articulating that it is aimed to reduce U.S. debt. The new VanEck research reveals that if the act is…

China’s Naval Drill Draws Cautious Response From Australia, NZ

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China’s live-fire naval exercises in the Tasman Sea triggered heightened concern but relatively muted criticism from the leaders of Australia and New Zealand on Saturday.

‘Objectionable, unwarranted’: India gives sharp response to Turkish President's Kashmir remark during Pakistan visit

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… ) asserted that Jammu and Kashmir are “integral parts of … are unacceptable. Jammu and Kashmir are integral parts of India … visit to Pakistan. “The Kashmir issue should be addressed according … stands in solidarity with our Kashmiri brothers today,” the Turkish …

Data protection: Banks will be held liable for consumer data breaches – FCCPC 

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… discussion was geared towards equipping banking stakeholders with essential compliance knowledge … transactions. According to the Commission, banks are unable to comply due … broader strategy to ensure Nigerian banks operate within regulatory frameworks while …

'Unwarranted & Unacceptable,' Says India, Strongly Protesting Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's Remark On Kashmir

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… Erdogan's remarks on Kashmir, calling them "unwarranted… reiterated support for Pakistan on Kashmir, New Delhi lodged a … led dialogue to address the Kashmir dispute, while also praising … departure from his silence on Kashmir for nearly two years, …

Bybit processes all withdrawals, system returns to ‘normal pace’ — Ben Zhou

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Bybit CEO Ben Zhou said that withdrawals have returned to a “normal pace” after the major exploit that drained $1.5 billion from the exchange.

Israeli army kills two Palestinian children in occupied West Bank

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Ayman and Rimas were both 'targeted' with 'lethal force by Israeli soldiers', said a child rights organisation.

Kashmir’s snowless winter sparks an unprecedented water crisis in the Valley

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… amp; Environmental Sciences at Kashmir University, warned of an … of Agriculture Kashmir, saffron production in Kashmir declined from … from the Jammu and Kashmir State Power Development Corporation … 2023, explained that Kashmir’s precipitation largely depends …

Kazakhstan to brace for snow and rain on February 22

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A number of cyclones and associated fronts are to bring snow to the country. Heavy snow is forecast for the west and precipitation as rain and snow for the southwest and south. Only the east and southeast of the country are to enjoy the weather with no …

Kazakhstan's Rybakina upset in semifinals of WTA 1000 tennis competition in Dubai

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World No.7 Rybakina lost to Mirra Andreeva of Russia, ranked 14th in the world, 4-6, 6-4, 3-6 in the Dubai Tennis Championships semifinals. Earlier, Rybakina defeated world No. 56 Sofia Kenin of the U.S. in the quarterfinal match of the Dubai Duty Free …

Kazakh classic literature author Dulat Issabekov passes away

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Hero of labor of Kazakhstan, Kazakh classic literature author, … people of Kazakhstan, revealed Deputy Chairman of Kazakhstan’s Union … Issabekov graduated from the Kazakh State University. Starting out … the director of the Kazakh Scientific Research Institute of …

President Tokayev expresses condolences over death of Kazakh author Dulat Issabekov

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… the spiritual world of the Kazakh people and broaden the horizons … reported that Kazakh author, winner of the State Prize of Kazakhstan Dulat …

Kashmir's pioneer trucker Rabiya has driven to half Indian States

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… and the empowerment of Kashmiri girls in male-dominated sectors, … . "Society, especially in Kashmir, people are biased against women. … Hyderabad She however says Kashmir is also changing. "It … longer like the old Kashmir, where women limited their dreams …

AgriKids launches posters about dog control around sheep

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… control around sheep. Founder of AgriKids, Alma Jordan created the … grassland management. Image source: AgriKids “People need to understand that … added. The founder of AgriKids said that there is a … the information. Image source: AgriKids She said that so far …

Germany invites 160 truck drivers from Uzbekistan with €3,000 salary offer

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The Migration Agency of Uzbekistan, in collaboration with the German … a recruitment drive for 160 Uzbek truck drivers to work in …

S&P Affirms Kazakhstan’s Credit Rating with Stable Outlook Amid Fiscal Pressures

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… economic growth According to analysts, Kazakhstan’s economy remained “resilient” in … by the geopolitical complexities surrounding Kazakhstan’s primary oil export route … shortfalls, the National Fund of Kazakhstan provided one-time exceptional transfers …

Inside the ‘UK’s single mum capital’ where women are ‘dumped’ to raise kids in ‘mouldy’ flats & forced to use food banks

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… make ends meet. Local baby banks, which supply struggling mothers with … at the heart of baby banks operating in the area, such …

Battered and bruised after 3 years of war, Ukraine is up against the ropes as U.S. backing vanishes

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Ukraine has put up a staunch fight against the invasion launched by its bigger and more powerful neighbor Russia, but things appear to be going horribly wrong.

Women Chefs Need Customers Not Just Boosters

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Gender issues are important, but restaurants are businesses. Put your money where your culinary heart is. 

Trump’s De-Regulation Drive Is Dangerous, France’s Villeroy Says

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Bank of France Governor Francois Villeroy de Galhau said a push to de-regulate finance in the US is “dangerous” and Europe should instead focus on simplifying the application of its rules.

ECB Deposit Rate Could Be 2% in the Summer, Villeroy Says

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Cuts could bring European Central Bank interest rates to 2% this summer but beyond that there’s no clarity on direction, according to Governing Council member Francois Villeroy de Galhau.

Ministry of Agriculture joins forces with NUS to Boost Opportunities in Agriculture and Fisheries Sector

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… NUS) and the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries (MAF) have … framework for advancing Samoa’s agriculture and fisheries sectors. This … MOU to enhance the Agricultural and Fisheries sectors in … to promoting a resilient agriculture and fisheries sector through …

Enjoy the Progress Agriculture section

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… region are shaping the agricultural tomorrow. While every issue … headlines down the road. Agriculture has shaped the economy … will help readers understand the agricultural industry more fully, but … in learning more about agriculture in Iowa. The 21st …

Afghan deputy PM leaves for Uzbekistan to boost multiple ties

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… Baradar, left Kabul for Uzbekistan, aiming to enhance bilateral … delegation, Barader would meet Uzbek officials to discuss issues … relations between Afghanistan and Uzbekistan, the statement clarified. … capture the attention of Uzbek investors for the purpose …

Bitcoin Integrates into Costa Rica’s Banking System Through New ETF

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BitMart’s Strategic Insights & Growth | FMTalks with Ksenia Drobyshevskaya BitMart’s Strategic Insights & Growth | FMTalks with Ksenia Drobyshevskaya 🎙️ BitMart’s Strategic Insights & Growth: Highlights from the Podcast In this enlightening …

Seven photos from inside a disused Banks's pub in Walsall

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Walsall Council has approved plans to convert the ground floor of the 200-year-old Prince public house into three one-bedroom apartments. The project involves demolishing a side and rear extension but will retain the pub’s stained-glass windows and brewery …

Hamas releases remains of captive Shiri Bibas after ‘mix-up of bodies’

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Family members and forensic experts confirm that the new remains turned over by Hamas belong to the deceased Bibas.

UK's roots began in agriculture 160 years ago

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LEXINGTON — One day, working in the field at the University of Kentucky Research and Education Center (UKREC) at Princeton, Whitney Peck wondered if she should get a college degree. As a high school student, she was already working part-time for the UKREC …

The President of Turkmenistan received the Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates

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… great importance attached by the Turkmen side to the visits of … , energy, and construction projects within Turkmenistan. Speaking about the multilateral dialogue … interstate relations. The sides highlighted Turkmenistan’s initiative to designate this …

Turkmenistan Invites UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to International Forum on Neutrality

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… the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk … UAE has always supported Turkmenistan’s initiatives at the … is among the priorities of Turkmenistan’s foreign policy. Cooperation … received by the President of Turkmenistan. ///nCa …

From Kashmir to Tamil Nadu: 5 hidden culinary gems...

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… of Jammu & Kashmir especially the Kashmir valley is known for … holds a special place among Kashmiri Pandits and is especially … Shivratri, known as Herath in Kashmiri. Prepared without onion or … delight, often made in Kashmiri homes when craving a rich …

Hamas to Free Six More Israeli Hostages Amid Rise in Tension

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RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Hamas is set to free six more Israeli hostages Saturday from the Gaza Strip, but the exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners is shadowed by heightened tension between the adversaries that clouds the future of the fragile ceasefire deal.

Weak winter rainfall in Jammu and Kashmir threatens summer water supply

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… crisis looming for Jammu and Kashmir, where a significant 81 per … and snow over Jammu and Kashmir between February 25 and 27 … the residents of Jammu and Kashmir.

Starmer Faces Defining Moment in Campaign to Sway Trump

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The last time Keir Starmer crossed the Atlantic to meet Donald Trump the British prime minister needed to show he could avoid a personality clash with the once and future president. The stakes are considerably higher now.

Germany’s Youth Is Even More Polarized Than the Rest of Voters

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Emily Wünsch voices the frustration of other young people in Germany, when the 21-year-old dismisses the political mainstream as aloof and out of touch.

UNESCO Chair at Turkmen State University celebrates two years

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… the department at Magtymguly Turkmen State University, a … of Sciences of Turkmenistan and other Turkmen universities. Another collection … with colleagues from the Turkmen State Pedagogical Institute … in the development of Turkmen national culture during …

VOA Uzbek: Activists fear repression returning to Uzbekistan 

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A prominent religious blogger in Uzbekistan, Alisher Tursunov, has been placed … in the Muslim Office of Uzbekistan and taught at the Tashkent … ;Old Uzbekistan" era. Click here for the full story in Uzbek.

As Internal Fraud Grows, Banks Need More, Not Less, Regulation

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… a little-noticed pattern” in banks across the country. Public … as, according to Bloomberg, banks argue that customers have the … for data access. The banks are the entities that would … seeming systemic activities, enough banks have shown that they need …

Uzbekistan, Estonia boost trade ties as turnover rises to $150mn in 2024 

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… —to expand export routes for Uzbek products to Northern and Western … Estonian-invested companies operate in Uzbekistan across various sectorsSource: Ministry of … Trade of the Republic of Uzbekistan  Investment partnerships and industrial collaboration …

Emboldened Kremlin Steps Up Efforts to Seize Businesses in Russia

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… the nationalization of a major grain exporter. And in the most stunning …

VISION 2025 | Solar energy project rising in Bedford County to support natural gas network

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… natural gas as fuel for electricity generation, transportation and heat. Canadian energy company … Enbridge is installing thousands of solar panels across … 2025. PHOTO GALLERY | Vision 2025 | Solar Array | Rt. 220 | Bedford County …

‘You know what? They quit!’ Resigning by proxy and the crisis of corporate Japan

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Agencies that help dissatisfied employees make a clean break are putting pressure on companies and exposing a demographic problem

Why ‘Trump regime refugees’ are falling in love with Madrid

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Americans are finding a haven in Spain where their spending power goes a long way

There are no shortcuts to manage the Russia challenge

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Despite Trump’s diplomatic cavalry charge, the Kremlin will continue to view the west as an enemy

Britain’s new right should beware misplaced triumphalism

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Hope is not built on over-reach or abandoning conservative principles

Travel hotspots tempted to copy Venice visitor fee

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Tourism association head says cities should reduce burden on locals rather than attracting more visitors

How Washington plans to defend the dollar

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Trade tariffs grab headlines but the less-visible fight around money matters deeply to the president

Bitcoin (BTC) Surges to $100,000: 3 Key Levels Next, Will XRP Follow Bullish Wave? Dogecoin (DOGE) in Very Difficult Position

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Singaporeans Say Budget Not Enough to Manage Rising Costs, Poll Finds

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A majority of Singapore residents view measures in the latest annual budget as inadequate to help them cope with rising costs of living, according to a new poll.

Trump Proposes New Ship Fees to Challenge China’s Maritime Might

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The Trump administration is proposing fees on the use of China’s commercial ships it says could help counter the country’s maritime dominance.