Category: World
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Japan’s grows at record pace
Japan’s economy grew in the three months to December 2017. The country has recorded growth for the eight consecutive quarter. This is the longest expansion the nation has..
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The British tax haven
An analysis conducted by the BBC has revealed that 23,000 properties in the England and Wales are owned by a number of overseas firms that are held by registered entities..
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Increased military, decreased diplomacy
US President Donald Trump has cited Russia and China as prime concerns and has requested the US Congress to increase its military budget. The request asks for Pentagon..
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Deadline for Zuma
South Africa’s ruling African National Congress (ANC) held a marathon 13-hour meeting to discuss the fate of the controversial President Jacob Zuma. According to news reports..
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Netanyahu under cloud of controversy
The Supreme Court of Israel has ruled that the police could publicize their indictment recommendations against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This is in regards..
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Venezuelan refugee crisis?
The state of Venezuela is currently on the brink of economic collapse. With soaring levels of inflation, scarce resources, and political uncertainty, the country has seen a surge in..
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Zuma’s days numbered?
Jacob Zuma, incumbent South African president, has had a political career mired by allegations of corruption. After his most recent controversy where he was alleged to have enabled..
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Another big shakeout
Experts have warned that there is likely to be another “big shakeout” in the global markets in the days to come. Sparked by a decline in the US, stock market indexes around the..
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Sri Lanka’s revamped polls
The local elections taking place in Sri Lanka on Saturday are the first polls to be held after the recent constitution amendments changed the system to a mixed electoral model..
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J-20 soars past F-35?
China’s Chengdu J-20, a fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, has officially entered combat service. The jet is part of the nation’s commitment to modernize its military operations..