Read the latest news from regional and global sources, presenting different voices and perspectives.
U.S. Launches Eighth Round of Sanctions Targeting Iran's Oil and Tankers
The Maritime Executive
·
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) launched its next round of sanctions targeting Iran through six entities involved in an extensive smuggling network, as well as four tankers that the U.S. contends...
Purple Trading Cyprus Had “Possible” Lapses in Retail CFDs Offering, Pays €150K to CySEC
Finance Magnates
·
June 23, 2025
The Cypriot financial market regulator has today (Monday) announced a €150,000 settlement with L.F. Investment, the operator of the contracts for differences (CFDs) broker Purple Trading, for “possible violations” of several regulatory...
Indian community's journey in Trinidad and Tobago one of courage: PM Modi
The Federal
·
July 4, 2025
Port of Spain, Jul 3 (PTI) The journey of the Indian community in Trinidad and Tobago is one of courage, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, emphasising that the hardships their ancestors endured could have "broken even the strongest spirits". Modi...
Illicit Iranian oil networks hit with Treasury Department sanctions
United Press International (UPI)
·
July 3 (UPI) -- The Treasury Department is targeting Iranian networks that allegedly buy and transport billions of dollars worth of Iranian oil in violation of international sanctions. Some of the funds generated from the illicit oil sales benefit...
'Connected By Belonging': PM Modi Hails Trinidad & Tobago Prime Minister As 'Daughter Of Bihar'
News18
·
July 4, 2025
Last Updated:July 04, 2025, 07:33 IST Speaking at a community event in Couva, PM Modi highlighted deep cultural ties between India and Trinidad and Tobago, calling Kamla Persad-Bissessar “the daughter of Bihar.” PM Modi with Trinidad and Tobago...
World News | Indian Community's Journey in Trinidad and Tobago One of Courage: PM Modi
Latestly
·
July 4, 2025
Port of Spain, Jul 3 (PTI) The journey of the Indian community in Trinidad and Tobago is one of courage, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, emphasising that the hardships their ancestors endured could have "broken even the strongest spirits". Modi...
Top 10 African countries with the strongest currencies in June 2025
Business Insider Africa
·
June 24, 2025
After years of turmoil typified by inflation, high debt burdens, and currency devaluation, a minor increase in exchange rates might provide these countries with a rare economic respite. While not all African currencies are strengthening, those...
Special reportInside the Syrian government's hunt for Assad military loyalists
The National News
·
Former warlord Ghazwan Al Salmoni carved a niche in the Syrian civil war, commanding an abduction and extortion ring that specialised in ambushing lorry cargo traffic near his home in the centre of the country. He held absolute power as a...
Cameroon Beats African Internet Average Despite Broadband Gap
Cameroon Online
·
June 16, 2025
Business in Cameroon | Over 40% of Cameroon’s population used the internet individually in 2023, excluding business and collective entity connections. This figure, highlighted in the International Telecommunication Union’s (ITU) April 2025 report,...
KuCoin Achieves AAA Rating on CER.live, Solidifying Position as a Top Secure Cryptocurrency Exchange
The AI Journal
·
June 24, 2025
VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — KuCoin, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, proudly announces its prestigious AAA rating on CER.live, a renowned cybersecurity ranking platform for cryptocurrency projects. This accolade...
EABL appoints Andrew Kilonzo as new managing director for Kenya Breweries
Switch TV
·
July 4, 2025
EABL appoints Andrew Kilonzo to Lead Kenya Breweries in Top-Level Shake-Up NAIROBI — East African Breweries Plc. (EABL) has appointed Andrew Kilonzo as the new managing director for Kenya Breweries Limited, replacing Mark Ocitti, who is set to...
The Black Girl’s Guide To Travel: What To Know Before Visiting These ‘Bucket List’ Destinations
Essence
·
July 2, 2025
Many of us have a “bucket list” destination, a place we’ve dreamed of traveling to for years. Due to social media, it’s easy for our expectations to get lost in a sea of perfectly curated pictures. After endless scrolling, you may save for months...
The S Collection – luxury travel, redefined
Monaco Tribune
·
July 4, 2025
If travel is as much about the journey as the destination for you, The S Collection will make sure you get there in style and facilitate everything you need for an unforgettable stay once you arrive. Ultra-personalised services, coupled with...
US unveils another sweeping package of sanctions aimed at Iran
Splash 247
·
July 4, 2025
The US has escalated its crackdown on Iran’s shadow oil trade, unveiling a sweeping set of sanctions against dozens of entities and vessels linked to the illicit transportation and sale of billions of dollars’ worth of Iranian oil, some of which...
Head-to-toe sustainable beach style
Green Prophet
·
July 2, 2025
Summer in the northern hemisphere, and this thalassophile is here for it—quite literally, as my location is coastal. Heading seaside during the off-season has its own kind of charm, but there’s nothing quite like a quintessential, sun-soaked...
Mauritius Unveils Budget 2025 with Focus on Growth Reforms
Textile Value Chain
·
June 21, 2025
Steady Growth Forecast Amid Fiscal Reforms The Ministry of Finance (MoF), Mauritius forecasts a GDP growth rate of 3.9% in FY25 (FY2024/25) as per the recent Budget. This projection is more optimistic than the IMF growth projection, which stand at...
Shocking! Maldives and 9 other countries that could vanish sooner than you think
The Times of India
·
Rising sea levels caused by climate change present an existential threat to many low-lying countries, particularly small island nations and coastal states, as highlighted by reports from the World Economic Forum and the Lowy Institute. These...
Yacht Club de Monaco sets sail for the future at annual summer gathering
Monaco Daily News
·
June 24, 2025
The Yacht Club de Monaco marked the start of the summer season with its much-anticipated annual Summer Cocktail, bringing together members, young hopefuls, and the global yachting community in the presence of its president, His Serene Highness...
New Direct Flights to Launch between Budapest and Frankfurt
Hungary Today
·
July 4, 2025
Condor, Germany’s leading leisure airline, will launch a new direct flight between Frankfurt and Budapest on May 1, 2026, coinciding with the launch of flights from Barcelona and Venice, Turizmus.com reports. The three daily flights will be...
Investors want clear ocean management rules to scale up funding
Hellenic Shipping News
·
July 1, 2025
A U.N. push for investment to protect the world’s oceans yielded around $10 billion in deals at a conference last week, way below the estimated annual need as many investors seek clearer regulation on ocean management before committing funds....