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Trump’s Press Secretary Lies
Katie Zacharia’s shaky claims and Trump’s lies make her perfect for the job.
Slate Magazine · 1m
G20 gathers as Iran war clouds outlook
Finance ministers and central bankers meet in Bangkok amid global uncertainty shaped by the US-Israel conflict with Iran.
Al Jazeera · 1m
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Can spekboom farming save the Eastern Cape?
Mass-planting a drought-tolerant succulent could repair damaged farmland and generate carbon credits, but questions loom over who profits and whether the science holds.
Daily Maverick · 3m
Foreign Powers and Investors in Kenya 2026
Kenya's foreign lenders, investors, and diaspora reshape economic and security ties with the US, China, and global markets.
The Rio Times · 2m
Thailand Economic Test
Thailand faces economic challenge 30 years after IMF rescue.
The Japan Times · 1m
Bessent skips IMF and World Bank meetings
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will skip Bangkok IMF and World Bank meetings.
Nikkei Asia · 1m
Nigeria Poverty Claim Fact-Checked
Peter Obi's poverty claim of 140 million Nigerians fact-checked by National Bureau of Statistics.
Allafrica · 1m
World Bank Predicts Argentina Economy Grows 2.1%
World Bank forecasts Argentina's economy will grow 2.1% this year amid regional economic recovery.
Buenos Aires Times · 1m
Malawi's Economic Strain
President Mutharika warns of forex shortages and tax pain as Malawi's economy faces challenges.
Allafrica · 1m
U.S. DFC Approves $500 Million Trade Facility
U.S. DFC approves $500 million trade financing to boost exports to emerging markets.
Yahoo Finance · 1m
How Ajay Banga Plans to Create a Billion Jobs
The World Bank president explains his strategy for tackling youth unemployment in emerging markets through infrastructure, private capital, and AI.
Foreign Policy · 3m
Grab buys into Atome to widen lending in Southeast Asia
Grab is paying US$1.49 billion for control of Atome, a move aimed at reaching borrowers outside traditional banking.
Malay Mail · 1m