South Korea is contemplating lifting the de facto ban on institutional investment in cryptocurrencies. This decision aligns with the campaign promises of President Yoon Suk-yeol, who has promoted a stronger digital asset sector in the Asian country. The news becomes especially relevant just as Donald Trump is about to take office as the first pro-bitcoin … Read more
Elon Musk’s invective against major European leaders and his support for right-wing, eurosceptic parties peaked this week, sparking warnings about the US tech billionaire’s intervention in the continent’s democratic institutions. Now EU policy experts are mulling legal measures to rein him in. Source link
Senegalese and Chadian leaders said that the ousting of French troops from their territories was their sovereign decision, rejecting remarks from French President Emmanuel Macron that suggested otherwise. FRANCE 24’s correspondent, Caitlyn Kelly has more. Source link
Mbabane, Eswatini – The southern African country of Eswatini has continued eligibility for benefits under the US African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) for 39 companies currently trading under AGOA, including some of Eswatini’s largest brands. US Trade Representative spokesman Sam Mitchell confirmed Eswatini’s eligibility in late December. Eswatini’s exclusion from the trade agreement in … Read more
Film critic Emma Jones tells us why Nicole Kidman’s latest role – as an executive who embarks on an affair with her intern – is perhaps more shocking for a Hollywood audience than a European one. Her performance in “Babygirl” won Kidman the best actress prize at the Venice Film Festival; we discuss some of … Read more
The president of Sao Tome and Principe has dismissed the prime minister and his government accusing them of ineptitude and institutional disloyalty. The shock decision by president Carlos vila Nova pulled no punches in calling out alleged leadership letdown from Premier Patrice Trovoada; the ruling ADI party was left with 72 hours to find another … Read more
Falling temperatures and heavy rains have ravaged shelters in Gaza, leaving thousands without basic necessities or shelter, said the Red Cross on Wednesday. Citing the deaths of eight newborn babies due to exposure, the Red Cross once again called for unimpeded aid access to the besieged Palestinian enclave. Source link
For Brandt, XRP has six weeks at most to go higher. The price of XRP could then shoot towards $8.70. XRP is going through a price consolidation zone, which could be interpreted as a sign that an explosive move is coming in the near term. Since Donald Trump’s victory in the United States elections, The … Read more
France’s winter sales kick off this Wednesday, but is excitement for these bargain periods a thing of the past? In this edition of Entre Nous, we discuss why small shop owners are concerned about the timing and duration of “les sales”. Some say they need to change. We also break down the very specific rules … Read more
According to its chief editor Hinda Abdi Mohamoud, Bilan Media gives Somali women “a space to work” and “real editorial power”. Somalia’s first female-only media outlet covers topics including climate change, people living with albinism and HIV/AIDS, while also encouraging period education for young girls. However, it’s not an easy industry for Somali women to … Read more