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Erdogan Supports TRNC's Full Integration into Turkic States Organization
MENAFN
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Turkish Leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan emphasized on Wednesday that the Turkic world remains “incomplete” without the involvement of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) in the Organization of Turkic States (OTS). Speaking at an informal …
Kabul Holds Three-Day Flower, Plant Exhibition
MENAFN
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) A vibrant three-day flower and plant exhibition took place in Kabul, Afghanistan, on Wednesday. The event, organized by the Kabul Municipality in partnership with several local flower shops, was held at Zarnagar Park in the heart of the city, …
Germany Revises Economic Forecast to Zero Growth for 2025
MENAFN
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Key economic advisors in Germany have revised their 2025 growth forecast down to zero from an earlier projection of 0.4 percent, according to a report released Wednesday. The report from the German Council of Economic Experts sheds light on the …
Two Die in Stabbing Incident in North Holland, Two Officers Injured
MENAFN
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) A stabbing in Hoofddorp, North Holland, on Wednesday morning resulted in the deaths of two people and injuries to two police officers, Dutch authorities reported. At approximately 6:05 a.m., police responded to a call about a disturbance at a …
FBI Shuts Down Surveillance Watchdog Amid Surveillance Law Debate
MENAFN
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) FBI Director Kash Patel has shut down the Office of Internal Auditing, an internal watchdog established in 2020 to oversee the use of national security surveillance, according to a media report released on Tuesday. "The elimination of the unit, …
Vietnam Announces Date for 2026 National Vote
MENAFN
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) The Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) has officially scheduled the next national election for March 15, 2026, as reported by a news agency on Wednesday. This election will elect deputies for the 16th NA and members of People's Councils at all …
Oil Prices See Uptick Amid Fears of Israeli Attacks on Iran
MENAFN
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Oil prices moved higher on Wednesday due to escalating fears of potential supply disruptions following reports that Israel may be gearing up to target Iran's nuclear sites. Brent crude, the global benchmark, was up approximately 0.67%, trading at …
Three Die as Tragic Flooding Strikes Southeastern France
MENAFN
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Three elderly people have tragically died as a result of floods triggered by severe thunderstorms in the Var department of southeastern France, local officials confirmed on Tuesday. The local prefecture revealed that two victims were found in the …
Trump Meets Republicans Pushing for Support on Tax
MENAFN
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) United States Leader Donald Trump met privately with House Republicans on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, aiming to solidify backing for his massive spending and tax reduction initiative. This significant legislative package marks a pivotal point in his …
High Housing Prices Burden Foreign Residents in Germany
MENAFN
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) A recent investigation conducted by the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) highlights a notable discrepancy in rental costs between foreign residents and German nationals. The report, published on Wednesday, indicates that individuals without …
Iraq's Oil Ministry Denounces Kurdistan's Energy Agreements with U.S. Companies
MENAFN
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, Iraq's Oil Ministry rejected recent energy agreements between the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) and U.S. companies, deeming them a violation of Iraqi law. In a statement, the ministry asserted that the deals, valued at billions …
EU Approves Defense Loan Plan
MENAFN
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) As part of an increasing drive for Europe to enhance its own defense capabilities, the European Union member states have reached a consensus on a substantial EURO150 billion (USD170 billion) loan initiative. This financial package is designed to …
Azerbaijan Role Grows as Transport Logistics Hub
MENAFN
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Azerbaijani Leader Ilham Aliyev highlighted his country’s increasing prominence as a transport and logistics hub in Eurasia during a speech on Wednesday, despite its lack of access to open seas. Speaking at an informal summit of the Organization …
Russia Pushes for Armenia’s Active Role in CSTO
MENAFN
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov expressed on Wednesday that Russia is keen on Armenia's active involvement in the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO). Armenia had suspended its participation in the CSTO last February, and in May, …
Syria Welcomes EU’s Removal of Sanctions
MENAFN
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani expressed gratitude for the European Union’s decision on Tuesday to eliminate economic sanctions against Syria, describing the development as “a new historic achievement” for Syrians. This milestone, he …
New discovery of archaeological spot in Jordan
MENAFN
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) Hovering on the northern side of the central Moabite Plateau, east of the Dead Sea close to Karak, there is an important archaeological spot. As a team of archaeologists has found out a temple at Khirbat Balu'a of many periods. Huge Iron Age …
Wildfires Push Global Forest Loss in 2024
MENAFN
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May 21, 2025
(MENAFN) New findings reveal that climate change–intensified wildfires have become the primary cause of deforestation worldwide in 2024, surpassing agricultural expansion for the first time. This marks a significant transformation in the factors …
BlackRock® Canada Announces Final May Cash Distributions for the iShares® Premium Money Market ETF
GlobeNewswire
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May 21, 2025
TORONTO, May 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited (“BlackRock Canada”), an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of BlackRock, Inc. (NYSE: BLK), today announced the final May 2025 cash distributions for iShares Premium Money …
AngelSchool.vc Crosses 1,400 LPs — Proving Power of Network-Driven Education
EIN Presswire
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May 21, 2025
AngelSchool.vc hits 1,400+ LPs with zero marketing, fueled by community and top-tier angel investing programs. Learn more at www.angelschool.vc. SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, May 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- AngelSchool.vc, a global angel investor network and …
CORRECTION -- LiveRamp Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2025 Results
GlobeNewswire
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May 21, 2025
SAN FRANCISCO, May 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a release issued earlier today under the same headline by LiveRamp (NYSE: RAMP), please note the GAAP operating income and Non-GAAP operating income for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 and fiscal 2026 …