Month: February 2023

NATO chief wants more 'friends' as Russia, China move closer – The Associated Press – en Español

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TOKYO (AP) — China’s growing assertiveness and collaboration with Russia pose a challenge not only to Asia but also to Europe, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said Wednesday as he sought stronger cooperation and more “friends” for NATO in the Indo-Pacific region.Stoltenberg said China is increasingly investing in nuclear weapons and long-range missiles without providing transparency … Read more

Republicans set to remove Ilhan Omar from House foreign affairs committee – The Guardian US

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Minnesota Democrat accuses Republicans of trying to silence her because she is Muslim and vows to ‘advocate for a better world’Republicans voted to expel Minnesota Democrat Ilhan Omar from the House foreign affairs committee on Thursday as punishment for her past remarks on Israel. Democrats objected, saying the move was about revenge after Democrats removed … Read more

Egypt fintech firm MNT-Halan securing $400 million in new finance – Reuters

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CAIRO, Feb 1(Reuters) – Egyptian microfinance lending and payments company MNT-Halan is securing $400 million in new equity and finance, bringing its valuation to more than $1 billion, the company said in a statement on Wednesday.The investments include an equity stake of at least 20% of MNT-Halan worth more than $200 million taken by private … Read more

Harry and Meghan only invited to 'boring' parties – Sky News Australia

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Hilma’s Network Founder Charlotte Morlock says if Prince Harry is going to come out and write a tell-all book and tell everyone how much fun he had at celebrity parties, “you’re not going to get invited back.”Her comments come as Prince Harry and Meghan Meghan appeared to be absent at Oprah Winfrey’s party.“You’re only going … Read more

‘Got a scaredness about where cricket is heading’: Warner – The Daily Star

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Australia opener David Warner has expressed concern for the future of Test cricket, with emerging players focusing on “short term” interests as lucrative T20 leagues proliferate globally.Warner, who has played 101 Tests and more than 200 limited overs internationals, said he had tried to impress upon younger team mates, including Sydney Thunder talent Oliver Davies, … Read more

Study abroad with less than 9% interest rate on education loan – The Financial Express

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The Financial ExpressEducation loans are one of the popular financial products among students who wish to study in prestigious education institutions within India and outside the country. They help you pursue higher studies, otherwise it may be difficult for many to arrange a huge corpus to complete their studies. When you decide to study in … Read more