Category: 3. Business
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The Wild Geese – POLITICO
Vibe: No matter the day of the week, The Wild Geese is always decently packed with people, creating a lively atmosphere. The décor is atypical of most Irish bars, with a distinctive ceiling (think Sistine Chapel) and stained-glass accents throughout. Who’s picking up the check? Food… Continue Reading
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Direct impact of US tariffs on EBRD to remain limited, says Chief Economist
As US President Donald Trump continues to shake up the global trading order, EBRD nations aren’t likely to feel the brunt of the disruption. Even so, diminished growth in other countries is set to have ripple effects. ADVERTISEMENT The European Bank for Reconstruction and… Continue Reading
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Hungary drops veto and agrees to prolong EU sanctions on Russian individuals
The clock for renewal was ticking fast as sanctions on Russian individuals and companies were set to expire by midnight on Saturday. Continue Reading
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Palestinian children struggle to resume education in ruined schools
Gaza’s children lost over a year of education due to war damage, with many struggling to resume learning through rebuilt schools and online platforms. Continue Reading
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I’d be ‘shocked’ if Trump moved nukes to Poland – POLITICO
U.S. Vice President JD Vance said he would be “shocked” if Donald Trump was in favor of moving American nuclear weapons into Poland. “I haven’t talked to the president about that particular issue, but I would be shocked if he was supportive of nuclear weapons… Continue Reading
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Can’t Buy Me Love? John Lennon gets honoured by Royal Mint on what would have been his 85th year
Money can’t buy you love, but £18.50 (€22) can buy you a newly minted John Lennon coin… ADVERTISEMENT John Lennon is being honoured by a commemorative Royal Mint coin, marking what would have been the musician’s 85th birthday. The Royal Mint, which has an ongoing “music… Continue Reading
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Gold prices in Pakistan today
Gold prices soared to a record all-time high in Pakistan on Friday in line with their… Continue Reading
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Russia strikes Ukraine overnight as Putin questions Ukraine ceasefire
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Putin was “preparing to reject” a US-Ukraine backed proposal for interim peace. Continue Reading
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Gene Hackman's estate asks court to block release of death investigation records
Gene Hackman’s estate attempts to block the release of photographs and footage from the investigation into the Oscar winner and his wife’s death, citing a desire to protect the couple’s privacy. Continue Reading
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ECB’s Lagarde warns of severe economic hit from Trump’s trade wars
ECB’s Lagarde warns Trump’s trade war could hit global growth, inflation. She indicates that escalating tariffs risk severe economic consequences, while stressing the ECB’s challenge in stabilising inflation amid record-high uncertainty. ADVERTISEMENT A full-scale trade war… Continue Reading