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China and Brazil have signed a new deal that will allow them to trade in their own currencies, bypassing the US dollar as an intermediary
The agreement will protect both countries from currency fluctuations and reduce transaction costs.
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Silicon Valley Bank exec was Lehman Brothers CFO
Joseph Gentile, a Silicon Valley Bank executive, was formerly a CFO and executive at Lehman Brothers' Global Investment Bank prior to the bank's systemic collapse in 2008.
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The BBC problem about China
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The Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse effect is spreading around the world, affecting startup companies across the globe
More than 100 founders and CEOs are now writing to the UK Chancellor pleading for help, after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank has led to a significant cash crunch for startups globally.
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The unelected UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, an immigrant himself, defends new controversial crackdown on illegal migration
British Prime Minister Sunak, who has been appointed and not elected by the public to his role, defending the UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman, who is also herself an immigrant, the racist initiative known as, "Stop the Boats" crackdow...
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In a major snub to Downing Street's Silicon Valley dreams, UK chip giant Arm has dealt a serious blow to the government's economic strategy by opting for a US listing
The move has left officials devastated, as Arm was seen as the jewel in the crown of the UK tech industry.
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JPMorgan has become the first City of London forecaster to predict that Britain will stay out of recession in 2023
Get ready for good news, folks! JP Morgan Chase & Co. has just predicted that the UK will dodge a recession in 2023, marking a first for any City of London forecaster.
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Is Gold the Ultimate Safe Haven Asset in Times of Uncertainty?
Exploring the Surging Demand for Gold: Why Investors Are Turning to Safe Haven Assets Amidst Global Uncertainty and Economic Turmoil
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West Not Plotting To Attack Russia, Says Joe Biden
"The West is not plotting to attack Russia as Putin said today. Millions of Russian citizens who only want to live in peace with their neighbours are not the enemy," Joe Bide said.
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Don Lemon, a CNN anchor, has provided a list of five areas that he believes the black community needs to address.
However, Eric, as is often the case, offers a distinct perspective on the matter.
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Viktor Orban refuses to clap for Zelensky at EU group meeting
WHO's Tedros says we "must prepare" for a potential H5N1 human bird flu pandemic
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is visiting the UK for the first time since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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Shell reports highest profits in 115 years
Oil and gas giant Shell, has reported record annual highest profits in 115 years, after energy prices surged last year, and the governments blame Russia's invasion of Ukraine as the reason that the public must enrich the local oil and ga...
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EU found a way to use frozen Russian funds
The EU will use it for rebuilding Ukraine.
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Rishi Sunak appeared not to be wearing a seatbelt in the back of a moving car
No belt could be seen covering the Prime Minister’s shoulder as he promoted his levelling-up funding in the clip filmed for Instagram on Thursday as he visited Lancashire.
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Peace Economy vs. War Economy: Xi Jinping & Biden visit Saudi Arabia. MBS welcome both, differently
Leader of China and US President experienced contrasting welcomes in visits only five months apart. While Xi Jinping is considered as a leader, and as a long term strategic partner with mutual interest, Biden is what it is: a politician ...
Prince William's godmother resigns honorary royal role after exposing her/their racism
Ngozi Fulani, the founder of a charity that supports victims of domestic abuse, alleged in a tweet that Lady Susan Hussey repeatedly pressed her for information about her nationality.
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British PM Rishi Sunak pledges further action on strikes to 'protect lives'.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said on Wednesday he would take more action "to protect the lives and livelihoods" of Britons during months of planned strikes by rail, health and postal workers. He only have no idea what actions he’s going to...
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Sunak U-turn, and cheap salesman wishes, without plans
Rishi Sunak decided not to participate in the UN climate change conference, COP27.
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