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How did 'taking back control' of borders become record-high net migration?

May 29, 2023 05:07 am UTC| Politics

Prime minister Rishi Sunak has described the UKs new immigration figures, showing over 600,000 net migration for the year ending December 2022, as too high. While revised estimates from the Office for National Statistics...

Global Geopolitics Series

South Africa’s pact with Russia – and its actions – cast doubt on its claims of non-alignment

May 29, 2023 05:06 am UTC| Politics

Since Russias invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 South Africa has proclaimed a policy of non-alignment in that conflict. This position was placed in doubt when US Ambassador Ruben Brigety claimed recently that he had...

Global Geopolitics Series

Ukraine war: Zelensky's diplomatic tour has improved the ground for a fresh military offensive – but it needs to come soon

May 26, 2023 14:57 pm UTC| Politics

Ukraines offensive is in full swing at least diplomatically. President Volodymyr Zelensky has been touring capitals and summits over the past several weeks, trying to keep Ukraine on top of the international agenda while...

Africa is getting renewed attention from Washington — and some African states are courting African Americans

May 26, 2023 14:56 pm UTC| Politics

Recent allegations by the U.S. ambassador to South Africa that the African nation gave ammunition and weapons to Russia in December 2022, amid Russias war on Ukraine, illustrate the complexity of U.S.-Africa...

Global Geopolitics Series

Lula's diplomatic dance is nothing new for Brazil or its leader -- what has changed is the world around him

May 26, 2023 14:55 pm UTC| Politics

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is a man currently very much in demand in international circles. In April, the leftist leader was being courted by China during a high-profile visit to Beijing. That was...

Tinubu inherits Nigeria’s high debt – an economist analyses what this means for the country's future

May 26, 2023 14:53 pm UTC| Economy Politics

As the 16th president of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu inherits an economy that is grappling with inflation, chronic unemployment, extreme poverty, crumbling infrastructure and insecurity. Nigerias debt profile stands out...

Global Geopolitics Series

Ukraine recap: Moscow's 'pyrrhic victory' in Bakhmut prompts unrest in the Russian military, but it's all smiles for Zelensky

May 26, 2023 14:51 pm UTC| Politics

After the best part of a year, Russia has claimed victory in the meat-grinder that was the Battle of Bakhmut in Ukraines east. But the battle achieved virtually none of Russias original strategic objectives and came at a...

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Economy

US Economy Adds 206,000 Jobs in June, Unemployment Rises to 4.1%

The US economy added 206,000 jobs in June, meeting economists expectations, but the unemployment rate rose to 4.1%, the highest in over two years, according to recent labor data. June Job Growth Slows to 206,000 as...

Busan Designated as Special Financial Opportunity Zone, Heralding a New Financial Ecosystem

Busans Munhyeon Financial District and the second phase of the North Port redevelopment area have been designated as a Financial Opportunity Advancement Zone. Companies relocating to this special zone will receive...

People are spending hours clicking on a banana to (maybe) make some money

In the ever-evolving online gaming landscape, one seemingly simple online game has captivated players. The free-to-play clicker Banana has amassed more than 850,000 concurrent players on the gaming platform Steam. The...

Dutton goes nuclear, proposing seven government-owned generators with the first starting in 2030s

Opposition leader Peter Dutton has announced seven sites for reactors, unveiling his long-awaited and highly-controversial policy for nuclear power with the claim it could start operating from the 2030s. The locations...

Please stop obsessing over words. It’s quite simple: the RBA thinks inflation is too high

These days every word of every statement from the Reserve Bank Governor Michele Bullock is pored over in minute detail as is every word uttered at her press conference after each Reserve Bank board meeting. Desperate...

Politics

Donald Trump Claimed Joe Biden 'Choked Like a Dog' During Debate, Criticized Prosecutors in July 4th Rant

Donald Trump posted an intriguing statement on Truth Social on July 4th, giving President Joe Biden a shout-out just one week after the two candidates debate was broadcast. Happy Fourth of July to all, including to our...

President Joe Biden Should Undergo Cognitive Testing After Debate 'Confused Rambling,' CNN Medical Expert Suggests

Many of President Joe Bidens fans were dissatisfied with his performance at the debate versus Donald Trump on June 27. They felt that the 81-year-old had spoken too quietly and had been unclear in his arguments at various...

Donald Trump Challenges 'Crooked Joe Biden' to Another Debate With 'No Holds Barred', Vows to 'Blow Everything Away'

It is clear that Donald Trump is prepared to engage in another debate with Joe Biden, particularly after the latter made headlines for his lackluster performance on June 27. I have the answer to the Crooked Joe Biden...

President Joe Biden Mocked for Public Appearance with Mysterious Food Stain on Suit: 'I Don't Even Want to Know'

Following a public appearance in which he looked to have food smeared on the bottom of his suit jacket, President Joe Biden was ridiculed on social media platforms. Anyone else see the food stain on Joes sports...

Democratic Congressman Calls for Joe Biden to End Campaign After Debate Performance Stirs Party Concerns

Representative Lloyd Doggett has made history by being the first member of Congress to endorse the idea that President Joe Biden should step down from his re-election bid. This development has caused a stir inside the...

Science

SpaceX to Help NASA Deorbit ISS; Starlink Lands Major Comcast Business Partnership

SpaceX will develop the U.S. Deorbit Vehicle so that NASA can safely deorbit the ISS by 2030. Meanwhile, SpaceX Starlink secures a significant partnership with Comcast Business to enhance rural connectivity. NASA Taps...

Japan Discovers 230 Million Ton Manganese Deposits, Boosting EV Battery Industry

Japan has discovered 230 million tonnes of manganese deposits near Minami-Torishima Island, potentially transforming its EV battery industry by significantly reducing reliance on imports and providing enough cobalt and...

Keeping astronauts healthy in space isn’t easy − new training programs will prepare students to perform medicine while thousands of miles away from Earth

In the coming decade, more people will go to space than ever before as human spaceflight enters a new era. NASA, the European Space Agency and other governmental agencies are partnering to develop crewed missions beyond...

Nations realise they need to take risks or lose the race to the Moon

The Nasa-led Artemis-3 mission will place the first human boots on the surface of the Moon since Apollo 17s Gene Cernan and Harrison Schmitt left the lunar surface in December 1972. The goal of the Artemis programme is...

Some of Earth’s most ancient lifeforms can live on hydrogen – and we can learn from their chemical powers

Three-quarters of all matter in the universe is made up of hydrogen. The young Earth was also rich in hydrogen, thanks to fierce geological and volcanic activity. Just as stars burn hydrogen to produce heat and light...

Technology

Bitcoin Prices Could Benefit as US Job Growth Slows, Unemployment Rises

The U.S. unemployment rate reached its highest since December 2021, potentially boosting Bitcoin prices as investors turn to alternative assets amid economic concerns. Economic Indicators Worsen A worsening labor...

Shiba Inu Sees Massive 466% Weekly Burn Surge Amid 22% Price Plummet

The Shiba Inu cryptocurrency experienced a 466% surge in weekly burns, yet its price plummeted by 22% today. Shiba Inu Burn Rate Surges There has been a stunning 466% growth in the number of weekly burns for Shiba...

Why Shiba Inu Crashed: $2M Liquidations Amid Widespread Crypto Market Losses

Shiba Inu has dropped 21% this month, leading to $2 million in liquidations, highlighting its volatility. Sharp Decline for Shiba Inu in July Another wave of losses has hit the cryptocurrency market. Shiba Inu is...

Mt. Gox Begins Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash Repayments, Market Reacts to Large Influx

Nearly ten years after its downfall, Mt. Gox has started repaying customers, affecting Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash markets. Mt. Gox Repayments Mark Major Market Event According to CoinDesk, Mt. Gox announced on Friday...

Tesla Model 3 in Quicksilver Now Available, Model Y Joins China's NEV Procurement Catalog

The re-engineered Tesla Model 3 in Quicksilver paint is now available for Giga Shanghai-supplied locations, showcasing a striking new look. Additionally, the Tesla Model Y has made it to Chinas local government NEV...

Digital Currency