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Suriname poised for cash inflow from newly discovered oil
Suriname, South America's smallest country, is preparing for an inflow of cash from a huge offshore oil find, with the president insisting the population will receive a direct share of the wealth.
Growing Arctic military presence worries Finland's reindeer herders
A fighter jet roaring through the grey sky breaks the tranquillity of a boreal forest in northern Finland, one more sign of a growing military presence that is challenging the ability of reindeer herders to exercise their livelihood.
How to Finance an Engagement Ring
NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / May 24, 2025 / Getting engaged is one of the most exciting moments for couples ready to take the next step in their relationship. But the cost of an engagement ring can sometimes cause financial anxiety that takes away from the joy. The good news is engagement ring financing may alleviate the worry of how you'll pay for a ring and provide you with a predictable repayment schedule that won't burden your relationship.
US, Boeing reach deal to resolve MAX criminal case
The Justice Department said Friday it reached a preliminary agreement with Boeing to settle a long-running criminal probe into deadly 737 MAX crashes, drawing condemnation from some crash victim families.
South Africa rescues all 260 miners stuck underground alive
Rescuers on Friday pulled out all 260 mine workers who had been stuck for more than 24 hours in an underground shaft in South Africa, the mine's operator said.
Trump fires new 50% tariff threat at EU, targets smartphones
US President Donald Trump rekindled his trade war with the European Union Friday as he insisted he would slap a 50 percent tariff on the bloc because talks with Brussels were "going nowhere."
Trump signs orders to boost US nuclear energy
President Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders Friday to boost nuclear energy in the United States, including by rolling back regulatory processes on a still divisive technology.
Distrusting Argentines loath to bank their 'mattress dollars'
Argentine "Rita Lopez," 84, keeps her US dollars hidden in an empty pea can in the kitchen. Since childhood, she has steered clear of banks in a country that has veered from one economic crisis to another.
How Ronaldo's La Liga ownership foray turned sour in Valladolid
Seven years after taking over Real Valladolid, Brazil great Ronaldo's venture into La Liga's boardrooms has ended in fiasco with three relegations and a fan revolt against their absentee president.
Brazil great Ronaldo sells majority stake in Valladolid
Real Valladolid said Friday Brazil great Ronaldo is selling his stake in the Spanish club to a North American investment company.
Stock markets fall as Trump threatens tariffs on EU, Apple
Stock markets fell back Friday after US President Donald Trump ended a lull in his trade war with threats of massive tariffs on Apple products and imports from the European Union.
German court says Meta can use user data to train AI
A German court on Friday dismissed an injunction request brought by consumer protection groups to prevent US tech giant Meta from using user data from Facebook and Instagram to train artificial intelligence systems.
Trump fires new 50% tariff threat at EU, drawing stiff response
President Donald Trump rekindled the US trade war on Friday, threatening to impose a 50 percent tariff on the European Union -- and drawing a strong response from European politicians.
S.Africa moves to ease black empowerment law under Starlink pressure
South Africa's government is moving towards easing its black ownership laws in the telecoms sector -- a policy change that would smooth the way for Elon Musk's Starlink to enter the local market.
Stock markets sink as Trump eyes tariffs on EU, Apple
Stock markets tumbled Friday after US President Donald Trump ended a lull in his trade war with threats of massive tariffs on Apple products and imports from the European Union.
France's TotalEnergies to face court in June in 'greenwashing' case
TotalEnergies will face a Paris civil court in June over allegations it made false advertisements about its climate pledges -- an unprecedented case in France against a major fossil fuel company, activists said Friday.
Napoleon's sword sold at auction for 4.7 mn euros
A sword that belonged to Napoleon and was specially ordered for the personal use of the French emperor fetched almost 4.7 million euros at auction in Paris, many times the asking price and coming close to a new record price for a Napoleonic artefact, the auction house said.
European stocks sink as Trump puts EU in tariff crosshairs
European stock markets tumbled Friday after US President Donald Trump ended a lull in his trade war as he raised the spectre of hitting imports from the European Union with a massive 50-percent tariff.
Stocks firm, dollar drops at end of rocky week
Major stock markets mostly firmed and the dollar slid Friday following volatility this week triggered by concerns over high US debt.
Stocks bounce after Treasury-led sell-off
Equities mostly rose Friday following the previous day's US bond-fuelled sell-off with traders tracking a slight pullback in Treasury yields as Donald Trump's signature tax-cutting budget passed a key congressional vote.
Stocks mixed after Treasury-led sell-off
Equities were mixed Friday following the previous day's US bond-fuelled sell-off with traders tracking a slight pullback in Treasury yields as Donald Trump's signature tax-cutting budget passed a key congressional vote.
British king to visit Ottawa amid Trump-Canada tension
Britain's King Charles III will travel to Canada early next week for a brief but "impactful" visit, at a time when President Donald Trump is floating the idea of making his northern neighbour the 51st US state.
Thai athlete, 105, unrivalled but not lonely at World Masters Games
Sawang Janpram is in a league of his own at the World Masters Games in Taiwan -- at 105 he is the oldest competitor and the only person in his age group.
Japan core inflation tops forecasts as rice prices almost double
Japanese inflation spiked at a two-year high in April, data showed Friday, as rice prices almost doubled, turning focus on the central bank as it mulls more interest rate hikes amid Donald Trump's trade war.
Japan PM presses Trump on tariffs ahead of new talks
Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said Friday that he had again pressed US President Donald Trump on tariffs, in a phone call ahead of fresh talks on easing the levies.
Trump attends memecoin gala as protesters slam 'crypto corruption'
US President Donald Trump hosted a closed-door dinner for hundreds of top investors in his crypto memecoin Thursday, as sign-holding protesters outside and Democratic opponents decried the event as blatant "corruption."
PEDEVCO To Participate In The 2025 Louisiana Energy Conference
HOUSTON, TX / ACCESS Newswire / May 23, 2025 / PEDEVCO Corp. (NYSE American:PED) today announced that the Company will be participating in the 2025 Louisiana Energy Conference on Wednesday, May 28th, to be held at the Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans located at 2 Canal St., New Orleans, Louisiana.
Flushing Bank Announces Plans to Open New Branch Location in Chinatown
UNIONDALE, NY / ACCESS Newswire / May 23, 2025 / Flushing Financial Corporation (the "Company") (Nasdaq:FFIC), the parent holding company for Flushing Bank (the "Bank"), announced today that it plans to open a new branch location in Chinatown at 5 Chatham Square, NY. This new full-service location is scheduled to open in the Fall of 2025.
What's the Difference Between an RV and a Camper?
NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / May 23, 2025 / Often it seems like the terms RV and camper get used interchangeably. However, there are some distinctions between these two types of recreational products. Knowing if you're in the market for one or the other and inquiring about RV loans with potential lenders is important. Here's what you need to know about RVs and campers to help clarify the difference between the two.
Who is a Good Candidate for Zygomatic Implants?
NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / May 23, 2025 / If a dentist has told you that traditional implants may not be viable to restore your upper teeth, you're not stuck with dentures as your only option. Zygomatic dental implants skip right over the jawbone and use the zygomatic bone - the cheekbone - to anchor your implants instead. You might be a candidate if you need to replace upper teeth and can't get traditional dental implants in Waycross, GA. Below, you'll learn a few things dentists consider when seeing if zygomatic implants are the right tooth replacement solution.
Gladstone Investment Corporation Invests In Sun State Nursery & Landscaping
MCLEAN, VA / ACCESS Newswire / May 23, 2025 / Gladstone Investment Corporation (NASDAQ:GAIN) ("Gladstone Investment") is pleased to announce its investment in Sun State Nursery & Landscaping, LLC ("Sun State"), in partnership with Everglades Equity, LLC. Gladstone Investment provided senior secured debt and equity in support of the transaction
TrustNFT.io Partners with InvestReady to Enhance KYC Security for Accredited Investors
FRANKLIN, NEW JERSEY / ACCESS Newswire / May 23, 2025 / Silver Scott Mines, Inc. (OTC PINK:SILS) today announced that its blockchain-based KYC protection platform, TrustNFT.io, will integrate InvestReady's industry-leading verification technology into its backend infrastructure, including both InvestReady's classic web2 API as well as its new web3 service, accreditoken. This strategic partnership enhances TrustNFT's ability to protect accredited investors in the wake of the recent data breaches that have exposed millions of customers' personal data.