Japan Raises Interest Rates for First Time in 17 Years: Higher inflation and rising wages suggest that the country’s economy can grow without such aggressive ...
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Quick Glance: Fate of BOJ's Stimulus Tools Revealed
- The Bank of Japan ended eight years of negative interest rates and other unorthodox measures to boost growth. Details on changes to the stimulating tools were disclosed.
- The negative interest rate policy was lifted, and the bank now pays a 0.1% interest rate on excess reserves to withdraw money from the economy.
- Yield curve control was dismantled, but the bank will continue to buy bonds and intervene with larger purchases if bond yields rise rapidly.
- The purchase of risky assets like ETFs and REITs was discontinued, and the commitment to maintain massive stimulus was withdrawn to reassure the market.
Modi Gov’t Allowed BJP to Illegally Encash Expired Electoral Bonds: Union Finance Ministry forced SBI to accept expired bonds, against its own rules ...
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Quick Glance: Poll Bonds: India's Electoral Democracy Challenges - SC's Next Move
- Fresh data on electoral bonds purchase patterns have emerged, with the Election Commission of India (ECI) publishing details of bonds sold and encashed before April 12, 2019.
- The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) received Rs 2,658.35 crore in electoral bonds between March 2018 and April 2019, while the Congress party received Rs 530.1 crore.
- The Supreme Court has a significant role in investigating the electoral bonds data scandal and ensuring transparency in political funding.
- The courts could decide to disqualify the BJP from the upcoming elections if they find that the party is being supported through a corrupt financing scheme.
Meta offers to almost halve Facebook, Instagram monthly fees to 5.99 euros: Meta Platforms has offered to almost halve its monthly subscription fee for Facebook ...
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Baden-Württemberg entrepreneur: Screw billionaire Würth warns employees about AfD dictatorship
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Quick Glance: Würth Takes Stand Against AfD: Controversy Ensues
- Reinhold Würth clearly positions himself against the AfD and emphasizes the importance of voting decisions.
- He praises the freedom and prosperity in Germany compared to the Weimar era and urges reflection on the political situation.
- After Würth's letter, politicians reacted differently: praise from Bayaz, criticism from AfD faction leader Baron.
- Public reactions to Würth's stance are divided, with support and criticism from the population.
Major picture agency reveals another British royal photograph was doctored : A photograph of Queen Elizabeth II with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren ...
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Quick Glance: Major picture agency uncovers more doctored royal photo
- A photograph of Queen Elizabeth II with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren released last year was digitally enhanced, as revealed by a global picture agency.
- Shared in April last year to mark the late monarch’s 97th birthday, the portrait was taken by Kate Middleton in August 2022, just weeks before the Queen’s death.
- Getty Images placed an editor’s note on Monday stating that the image has been digitally enhanced, sparking controversy. Discrepancies in the picture, such as the late Queen’s tartan skirt and black patches behind Princes George and Louis, were highlighted.
- The Princess of Wales faced speculation about her health and a commotion over an edited family photo. Kate Middleton publicly apologized for the photo and mentioned that she occasionally experiments with editing. Her return to public engagements is expected after April 17.
Commercial Bank of Ethiopia glitch lets customers withdraw millions: Clients at Ethiopia's biggest commercial bank are being urged to return any money that isn't ...
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Palace Makes ‘Top-Secret Plan’ for Kate Middleton’s Return to Public Life, Report Says
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France's Macron says Europe needs new push for capital markets union: French President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday that Europe needed to take bold steps ...
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Elon Musk replies to post by far-right Austrian linked to Christchurch terrorist after X account restored
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Airbus CEO says Boeing's problems are bad for whole industry: Airbus takes no pleasure in the technical problems plaguing U.S. rival Boeing as they damage the ...
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India's Adani Green says aware of US probe into third party, denies relationship: India's Adani Green Energy said on Tuesday it is aware of a U.S ...
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Rachel Zegler Promises 'Y2K' Is Unlike Any Coming-of-Age Movie You've Ever Seen: Y2K’s cast and director Kyle Mooney crack jokes as they discuss their characters ...
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Nvidia's new software tools meant for companies adding AI to business: Nvidia on Monday unveiled software aimed at making it easier for businesses to incorporate ...
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Quick Glance: Nvidia Expands Partnerships with Chinese EV Makers
- Nvidia expands collaborations with Chinese automakers to advance self-driving vehicles and AI technology.
- BYD to utilize Nvidia's Drive Thor chips for autonomous driving and digital functions.
- Chinese auto brands intensify partnerships with Nvidia to enhance global presence.
- Nvidia announces partnerships with companies like Cerence and Lenovo for AI technology development.
Hope for higher inflation: Japan's central bank ends negative interest rate policy - after 17 years
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Annual adjustment: pensioners should receive almost five percent more: Thanks to strong wage increases in 2023, pensions are also expected to rise significantly ...
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EPA bans asbestos, a deadly carcinogen still in use decades after a partial ban was enacted
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Quick Glance: EPA Bans Asbestos Despite Decades-Long Partial Ban
- The EPA has announced a comprehensive ban on asbestos, a carcinogen that is still used in some products such as chlorine bleach, brake pads, and other products, killing tens of thousands of Americans annually.
- The final rule signifies a significant expansion of EPA regulation under a landmark 2016 law that revamped regulations for tens of thousands of toxic chemicals in everyday products.
- The new rule would prohibit the use of chrysotile asbestos, the only ongoing use of asbestos in the U.S., found in products like brake linings and gaskets, used to manufacture chlorine bleach and sodium hydroxide.
- The EPA rule will ban imports of asbestos for chlor-alkali use immediately upon publication, but a ban on most other uses would come into effect in two years.
Million dollar fines: What if Trump can't pay?: It would be impossible to raise the "insane amount" of 454 million, according to Donald Trump's lawyers ...
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Artificial intelligence semiconductor powerhouse Nvidia kicked off its annual developer conference with Chief Executive Jensen Huang unveiling the new flagship ...
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Unilever to cut 7,500 jobs and spin off its ice cream business: Unilever, the company that makes Ben & Jerry’s ice cream, Dove soaps and Vaseline ...
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Quick Glance: Unilever to Split Ice Cream Business, Cut 7,500 Jobs
- Unilever plans to separate its ice cream business, including brands like Ben & Jerry's, and intends to cut 7,500 jobs.
- The restructuring aims to boost growth, involving job cuts to achieve €800 million in cost savings over the next three years.
- Separating the ice cream business will help Unilever focus on four core businesses and avoid controversial political issues related to Ben & Jerry's.
- The targeted cost savings are expected to increase Unilever's profits, allowing the company to reinvest in research, development, and marketing to achieve mid-single digit sales growth.
Rose Amankwaah: The London nurse who was an African sprint champion: Meet Matron Rose Amankwaah, a former medallist at the Commonwealth Games who has spent ...
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Quick Glance: Rose Amankwaah: From African Sprint Queen to London Nurse
- Rose Amankwaah, former sprinter for Ghana, is on the brink of retiring from her job in the NHS in Britain.
- Despite her stellar career in healthcare, Amankwaah was already breaking records before her nursing career began.
- From running to nursing: Amankwaah's medical career blossomed as her athletic career came to an end.
- After nearly 50 years at the same hospital, Amankwaah will finally hang up her gown in the coming days and enter retirement.
Western governments lined up to condemn Vladimir Putin's landslide election victory as unfair and undemocratic, but China ... Show more
Social media influencer Isabella Maria DeLuca charged with joining the Jan. 6 attack on the US Capitol
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Quick Glance: Conservative influencer involved in stealing table used to assault officers on Jan. 6, FBI reports
- Conservative influencer Isabella Deluca was arrested in California for her involvement in stealing a table that was used to attack officers, according to the FBI.
- Deluca, a supporter of Donald Trump, was arrested in Irvine, California, facing five charges, including theft of government property.
- Images in the FBI affidavit show Deluca assisting in passing the table out of the broken window, and her co-defendant Timothy Desjardins, arrested in 2021, using a table leg to assault officers.
- Over 1,300 individuals have been arrested in connection with the January 6 Capitol attack, with over 950 convictions secured, resulting in around 500 individuals being sentenced to incarceration.
All but 7 Countries on Earth Have Air Pollution Above WHO Standard: New research found that fewer than 10 percent of countries and territories met World Health ...
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Don Lemon released the interview with Elon Musk that he alleged led the billionaire to cancel Lemon’s deal with X, saying he didn’t know what had gone wrong.
Quick Glance: Elon Musk: Benefits of Prescription Ketamine
- Elon Musk mentioned that prescription ketamine helps with treating depressive episodes and is also beneficial for investors.
- Musk stated that he takes a small amount of ketamine every few weeks to manage his depression.
- Despite concerns from some executives at Tesla and SpaceX, Musk defended his use of ketamine, emphasizing that it has no impact on his contracts or reputation on Wall Street.
- The interview with Musk was contentious, touching on private questions about his medical prescription for ketamine, as well as other controversial topics like his meeting with Donald Trump and hate speech on X.
Trump can't post bond covering $454M fraud judgment, lawyers say: Donald Trump’s lawyers told a New York appellate court on Monday that it’s impossible for him ...
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Quick Glance: Court Denies Trump’s Appeal Bond Request
- Trump's lawyers argue that it's impossible for him to post a bond covering a $454 million judgment while he appeals.
- They requested the appellate court to overturn a ruling requiring Trump to post a full bond to halt enforcement of the judgment.
- Trump and co-defendants owe a total of $467.3 million, needing to post collateral worth $557 million to obtain a bond.
- The judge imposed strict limitations on Trump's company, and Trump has until March 25 to pay the judgment or seek a court order to suspend enforcement.
Bentley looks to launches after 'emotional sensitivity' slowed car sales: British luxury carmaker Bentley on Tuesday reported a lower operating profit for 2023 ...
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Hans Zimmer talks about first North American tour dates in 7 years, the magic of composing for film
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Federal Reserve may signal fewer interest rate cuts in 2024 after strong inflation reports
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Many hospitals in China stop newborn delivery services as birth rate drops: Many hospitals in China have stopped offering newborn delivery services this year ...
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Bayer to seek approval for menopausal relief drug after third trial win: Bayer said on Tuesday that it would request regulatory approval for its menopause drug ...
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Central banks use AI to assess climate-related risks: Central bankers said on Tuesday they have broken new ground by using artificial intelligence to collect ...
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The Rewe Group is breaking new ground in German retail: the first purely vegan branch will open in the spring under the name “Rewe fully plant-based” ... Show more
ECB ready in June to discuss rate cuts, de Guindos says: The European Central Bank will be in position to discuss an interest rate cut in June ...
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Idemitsu raises stake in Fuji Oil, eyes holding 20%: Idemitsu Kosan , Japan's second-biggest oil refinery, said on Tuesday it will raise its stake in Fuji Oil to ...
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Number of South Korea marriages edges up in 2023 after 11 years of falls: The number of marriages in South Korea rose in 2023 for the first time in more than a ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea Witnesses Increase in Marriage Rates in 2023 After Long Decline
- The number of marriages in South Korea rose in 2023 for the first time in more than a decade, driven by pent-up demand from couples who postponed their weddings during the pandemic.
- The slight uptick in marriages last year followed a significant decline in South Korea's fertility rate in 2023, as women, concerned about career advancement and the cost of raising children, delayed childbirth or opted not to have children.
- Marriages involving foreign partners saw a notable increase for the second consecutive year, rising by 18.3% to 19,717.
- The government has pledged to implement 'extraordinary measures' to address the low birth rate, with political parties promising public housing and easier loans for young South Koreans ahead of the April election.
Trump Spurned by 30 Companies as He Seeks Bond in $454 Million Judgment: Donald J. Trump’s lawyers said in a court filing that he faces “insurmountable ...
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Quick Glance: Trump's Challenges in Securing $464M Bond in Civil Fraud Case
- Judge Arthur Engoron ordered Trump to pay $355 million plus interest.
- Trump is facing 'insurmountable difficulties' in obtaining a bond to satisfy the $464 million civil fraud judgment, according to his attorneys.
- Trump's attorneys have labeled the judgment as 'unconstitutionally excessive.'
- The New York Attorney General's Office has objected to a lesser bond, arguing Trump and his co-defendants will attempt to evade enforcement of the judgment or to make enforcement more difficult.
More storms are landing in the upper end of Category 5. Extreme weather events are the largest global risk this year and over the next decade ... Show more
Luck of the draw: The Belgian shop that resells lost Amazon parcels: "Among some of the most unwrapped items were electronic products such as wireless ...
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Storm Reid To Star In Teyana Taylor’s Directorial Debut ‘Get Lite’ For Paramount: Storm Reid is attached to star in Teyana Taylor's directorial Debut Get ...
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How Temu is shaking up the world of online shopping: Despite controversy China's Temu is becoming a global online shopping force.
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Nvidia supplier SK Hynix begins mass production of next generation memory chip: SK Hynix Inc said on Tuesday it has begun mass production of next-generation ...
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RBG Award Gala Canceled After Justice’s Family, Barbra Streisand Denounce Honorees
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Polish e-commerce giant Allegro expands brand to Slovakia: Allegro also plans to launch own-brand platforms in Hungary, Slovenia and Croatia.
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‘Strange Way of Life’ Review – A Ballad of Long Lost Lust: Pedro Pascal and Ethan Hawke convey impossible emotions and desire in Pedro Almodóvar's ...
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Nippon Steel pledges to move US HQ to US Steel's Pittsburgh: Nippon Steel would move its U.S. headquarters to Pittsburgh where its acquisition target U.S ...
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Electromobility: US electric car manufacturer Fisker does not pay interest and stops production
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Biden to sign executive order aimed at advancing study of women's health: President Joe Biden is expected to sign an executive order aimed at advancing the study ...
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Quick Glance: Biden to Sign Decree Advancing Women's Health Research
- President Joe Biden is expected to sign a decree aimed at advancing women's health research by strengthening data collection and providing better funding opportunities for biomedical research.
- The decree aims to address inequalities in medical research between women and men, particularly for illnesses more common in women.
- The decree not only seeks to improve health research but also has political implications, as women are crucial to Biden's reelection efforts.
- The National Institutes of Health are also launching a new initiative around menopause and the treatment of symptoms to identify and close research gaps.
Mercedes is also building new diesel engines: While Volkswagen remains on the electric course and hopes for further tax subsidies, companies such as BMW, Skoda ...
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Quick Glance: Mercedes Develops Diesel and Hybrid Engines
- Mercedes focuses on customer preferences, developing diesel and hybrid engines to comply with EU7 standards.
- Despite preparing for the phase-out of combustion engines by 2035, Mercedes plans to continue offering petrol, diesel, and hybrid drives.
- Mercedes aims to streamline model naming, introducing electric versions under the MB.EA platform while continuing to produce petrol and diesel versions under existing names.
- The introduction of climate-friendly HVO diesel is supported by the German Federal Ministry of Transport, providing greener options at the pump but at a higher cost.
Major Gulf bourses mixed in early trade; Fed meet in focus: Major stock markets in the Gulf put in a mixed performance in early trade on Tuesday ...
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Quick Glance: Wall Street Finishes Higher, Balancing Fed Nerves with AI Enthusiasm
- Wall Street's main indexes closed higher on Monday, with megacap growth stocks like Alphabet and Tesla supporting a rebound in the technology-heavy Nasdaq while investors also eagerly awaited the U.S. Federal Reserve's meeting this week.
- Alphabet provided a significant boost to the market after a media report that Apple is in talks to integrate Google's Gemini AI engine into the iPhone.
- Tesla shares finished up 6.3%, leading S&P 500 percentage gains, after the electric carmaker announced it would soon increase the price of its Model Y EVs in parts of Europe.
- The Nasdaq snapped three straight days of losses, while the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index gave up gains, and the S&P 500 Technology Index rose by 0.5%.
Jeff Bezos pledges $60 million to alternative-meat research: The Bezos Earth Fund is supporting research to help the alternative-meat industry lower costs and ...
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China seen leaving benchmark lending rates unchanged in March: China is widely expected to leave benchmark lending rates unchanged on Wednesday ...
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BOJ Governor Ueda proposes ending negative rates as board chair - NHK: Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda has proposed ending negative rates as chair of the ...
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United Airlines Planes Have Seen 8 Incidents in 2 Weeks. What’s Going On?: While no one was injured, most of the mishaps required emergency landings or ...
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Quick Glance: United Airlines CEO Emphasizes Airline Safety
- United Airlines' CEO announced that the airline will review its safety training for employees due to recent incidents.
- An additional training day for pilots starting in May and changes in training curriculum for newly hired mechanics are being planned.
- Despite several recent incidents, CEO Scott Kirby emphasized in a customer memo that safety is the top priority, with increased focus on safety training and procedures.
- A series of incidents at United Airlines has garnered increased media attention, including a panel falling off a plane and a wheel loss during take-off.
Idris Elba 'dreams big' with Sierra Leone eco-city plan for Sherbro Island: The actor aims to regenerate an island off Sierra Leone and start the country’s first ...
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This is where Rewe goes vegan: Berlin branch throws out all meat products: The first completely vegan Rewe branch in Germany will soon open in Berlin ...
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DFB counters criticism: "Yes, this is a Germany jersey": The German Football Association has been prepared for criticism of the pink national jersey. In a video ...
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Quick Glance: DFB and Adidas respond humorously to criticism of pink EM jersey
- The new pink away jersey of the national team is sparking discussions, with the DFB responding humorously.
- The association and Adidas released a marketing video to address the criticism of the pink jersey in a light-hearted manner.
- The national players react with irony to the critique, emphasizing that it is indeed a Germany jersey.
- In another video, the DFB subtly teases the men's national team, highlighting the success of the women's team in comparison.
The arts and crafts giant Joann files for bankruptcy, but stores will remain open
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Quick Glance: Joann Files Bankruptcy Due to Consumer Decline
- The fabric and crafting retailer Joann Inc. took the step to file for bankruptcy as it faced challenges in sustaining its financial obligations following a period of decreased sales after the pandemic lockdowns.
- Following the bankruptcy proceedings, the Hudson, Ohio-based chain is set to transition to private ownership under the supervision of specific creditors and industry stakeholders, as indicated in an official company statement.
- Having previously managed to reduce its debt outside of court in 2020, the retail chain found itself grappling with supply chain disruptions and inflation, prompting consumers to scale back on discretionary spending.
- The legal proceedings for this matter are under the designation of JOANN Inc., 24-10418, in the US Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware.
Dollar General is rolling back self-checkout in thousands of stores: Dollar General is the latest retailer to backtrack on self-checkout.
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Timothée Chalamet Makes History With Dune Two and Wonka: Timothée Chalamet stars in the top-grossing movies of the last eight months, something unseen at the box ...
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Quick Glance: ‘Dune: Part Two’ Nears Monumental Global Box Office Achievement
- Dune: Part Two exceeds $200 million in domestic earnings and reaches $494 million globally in just 17 days.
- Timothée Chalamet cements his status as a leading actor with impressive performances that have collectively grossed over $1 billion in recent months.
- Denis Villeneuve contemplates the possibility of directing another sequel in his Dune franchise.
- With less than a month in theaters, Dune: Part Two has already positioned itself for significant box office success, showcasing Timothée Chalamet as a rarity in Hollywood who can attract audiences despite the absence of superhero films.
A budget airline CEO says his $109 million salary is a bargain: Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary says "my contract is very good value" for shareholders
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Mexico presidential candidate Sheinbaum vows to boost state energy sector: Mexican presidential candidate Claudia Sheinbaum on Monday vowed to keep boosting the ...
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Quick Glance: Sheinbaum's Strategy: Strengthening Mexico's Energy Sector
- Presidential candidate Claudia Sheinbaum has pledged to strengthen the country's state-owned energy companies and accelerate the transition to renewable energies.
- Sheinbaum aims to increase crude oil production to 1.8 million barrels per day and enhance refinery efficiency to reduce the country's reliance on costly fuel imports.
- She emphasized that her government would not raise the prices of gasoline, diesel, or electricity and stressed the need to meet the growing energy demand through renewables.
- Furthermore, Sheinbaum expressed the desire for both Pemex and CFE to maintain a 'reasonable' level of debt and ultimately operate for the benefit of consumers.
A Dubai-based company Lootah Biofuels develops biodiesel from used cooking oil in hopes of promoting sustainable transportation in one of the world's major ... Show more
Starbucks names executives for newly created global leaderships roles: Starbucks announced a new global leadership structure on Monday, appointing Michael Conway ...
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Europe’s economy is a cause for concern, not panic: Quick, call another Italian former prime minister to the rescue!
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The best laptops on a budget in 2024: Personal computers you can buy for less than $1,500
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MrBeast strikes Amazon deal for biggest competition series in TV history: The deal, worth possibly $100 million, will be the latest attempt by an internet ...
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Sydney Sweeney explains why she signed on to panned Madame Web movie: Sweeney stars alongside Dakota Johnson in Sony’s blockbuster movie
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US must improve copper mine permitting process, Freeport CEO says: The U.S. must improve its mine permitting process if it hopes to boost domestic supplies of ...
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Novo Nordisk foundation to place more grants outside Denmark: The Novo Nordisk Foundation, top shareholder of Danish obesity drugmaker Novo Nordisk ...
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Africa Live: Gambia moves one step closer to FGM ban reversal - BBC News: Some MPs want to revoke the 2015 ban arguing that it restricts cultural and religious ...
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Nvidia (NVDA) Options Traders Bet Stock Could More Than Double in Value: Nvidia Corp., the world’s third-largest company by market value, is turning into a ...
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World bank group to provide Egypt with $6 bln over three years: The World Bank Group said on Monday it intends to provide more than $6 billion of support over ...
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Canada-based Viamo has launched an AI-powered mobile phone service in Nigeria that helps residents access information without a smartphone or internet login.microsoftonline.com/a42080b3-4dd9-48b4-bf44-d70d3bbaf5d2/saml2
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