A major cyberattack targeting U.S. telecommunications companies has raised serious concerns about the security of Americans’ text messages and phone calls. The White House revealed this week that at least eight major carriers, including giants like AT&T, Verizon, and Lumen Technologies, were compromised in what officials are calling a Chinese hacking campaign. Deputy National Security … Read more
Sassine Square in Beirut’s Achrafieh district was awash with mourners on Wednesday as the funeral procession for Roland El-Murr, a prominent member of the Lebanese Forces party, took place. El-Murr was tragically killed in a clash with members of the “Soldiers of God” group on Tuesday. A sea of supporters, many draped in Lebanese Forces … Read more
Barry Callebaut,the world’s leading chocolate manufacturer,has finalized a social agreement with unions in Belgium,paving the way for the company’s restructuring plan known as “BC Next Level.” The agreement, signed this week, outlines support measures for employees impacted by the restructuring, which includes the closure of a factory in Halle, Belgium. “We are happy too announce … Read more
The Buenos Aires stock market experienced a downturn on Wednesday, closing 0.4% lower and marking its third consecutive decline. This dip was largely attributed to performance in the banking and energy sectors. Meanwhile, Argentine stocks listed on Wall Street presented a mixed bag, with some seeing gains of up to 3.8%, such as Edenor, while … Read more
Morocco’s semi-preserved food sector, a vital contributor to the nation’s blue economy, is making waves on the international stage. With exports reaching an remarkable 1.537 billion dirhams in 2022, this industry showcases Moroccan culinary expertise and generates valuable foreign currency. The sector’s flagship products, anchovies and sardines, are renowned for their exceptional quality, a testament … Read more
A recent rental listing in Iraklio, Crete, has highlighted the dire shortage of affordable housing gripping Greece. The overwhelming response to a modest apartment advertised for a mere €400 per month paints a stark picture of the housing crisis facing manny Greeks. The story, reported by Greece’s state broadcaster ERT, centers on a man who … Read more
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has accused Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre of undermining Canada’s preparedness for a potential return of Donald Trump to the White House. Trudeau asserted that Canadians traditionally unite to defend their nation when faced with threats,but believes Poilievre is incapable of doing so. These comments were made by Trudeau on Wednesday, … Read more
JetBlue airways is making strategic adjustments to its flight network, aiming to boost profitability and optimize its operations. The airline announced plans to discontinue several unprofitable routes, redeploy aircraft equipped with its premium Mint business class, and tweak its European service. in a memo to staff, JetBlue’s vice president of network planning and airline partnerships, … Read more
Is Europe’s Economic Engine Stalling? As the global political stage shifts with the incoming administration in the United States, concerns are brewing in Europe about a potential trade war. Adding to the anxiety are economic struggles faced by the continent’s two largest economies, Germany and France. While Germany braces for a second consecutive year of … Read more
Cyprus Emerges as European Investment Hub, Attracting Major Multinationals Nicosia, Cyprus – Cyprus continues to bolster its position as a rising star in the European financial landscape. President Nikos Christodoulides recently met with a delegation from the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) to discuss the agency’s 2023 Annual report, revealing impressive growth and promising … Read more