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Ghana’s gold exports surge
Ghana is capitalising on its gold exports to drive economic growth, with revenues increasing to $11.6bn in 2024 - a 52.6% increase from the $7.6bn recorded in 2023. Gold exports accounted for 57% of the country’s total export revenue, solidifying...

Where to find gluten-free and dairy-free desserts in Madison
Having dietary restrictions is certainly no picnic — especially when it’s time for dessert. The sweeter something is, the more likely it is to be chock-full of heavy cream and wheat flour. However, vegan and gluten-intolerant foodies don't need to...

DAX Pares Early Gains In Cautious Trade
The German stock market is up marginally in cautious trade Monday morning following U.S. President Donald Trump's remarks that he is not looking to extend the pause on tariffs on most countries beyond the previously announced July 9 deadline....

Evans calling it a career
Long-serving Congressman Dwight Evans will not seek re-election. The 71-year-old Democratic politician is serving his fifth two-year term in the state’s 3rd Congressional District, which includes parts of South Philadelphia. He has an office on...

Growing Concerns over Technology Leakage through 3D Printing Companies
As the use of Chinese industrial 3D printing equipment increases in domestic manufacturing sites, concerns about technology leakage to China are growing. Attracted by low prices, small and medium-sized Korean 3D printing companies are not only...

The No Kings movement
The No Kings protest in the U.S. on Saturday, June 14, was extraordinary. There were more than 2,000 demonstrations in large cities from Los Angeles to New York to small towns in red states and blue states. The demonstrations were nonviolent and...

Deputy PM calls for bold innovation to reinforce ARF’s role amidst global complexity
KUALA LUMPUR — As regional tensions escalate and strategic uncertainties mount across Asia-Pacific, Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bùi Thanh Sơn has called on the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) to promote reforms to...

Need a machete, not a memo: NITI Aayog’s Arvind Virmani on why MSME reform needs more than new laws
Arvind Virmani, Senior Economist and NITI Aayog Member, uses the analogy of a jungle to explain that the ‘jungle of control’ cannot beeliminated just by changing the laws for the MSME (micro, small and medium enterprise) sector. Although the...

Four YSU Students Selected as Beeghly Fellows
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Four Williamson College of Business Administration students at Youngstown State University have been selected for the John D. Beeghly Fellows for the 2025 summer semester. Kodi Kinsey, Jan Harter, Nathan Heinly and Aidan Gray...

The Rise in Popularity of Crypto in Malaysia
Malaysia looks poised to redefine its future relationship with money. An estimated four million of its citizens — around one eighth of the population — will be using cryptocurrencies in 2025, and the south-east Asian nation’s market revenue is...
Citing possible impact on Ford project, West TN leaders urge Congress not to cut tax credit
West Tennessee leaders and residents are urging Congress to maintain production tax credits crucial for Ford's BlueOval City project. They argue that potential cuts to these credits could jeopardize the project's economic benefits and the creation...

Track Your UPS Delivery Progress: What You Need to Know
When you’re eagerly awaiting a package, tracking its delivery progress can feel like a game of patience. UPS has made this process easier than ever, providing real-time updates that keep you in the loop. Knowing where your package is at any moment...

Immigrant Entrepreneurs Honored for Making a Difference in New Jersey
Left to right: Dr. John Pelesko Provost of NJIT accepting the award for Dhiraj Shah along with Arthur Kapoor Winner of Growth Award and Marion Reinson, judge. General Business On Jun 30, 2025 The NJ Business Immigration Coalition honored the...

€100 Billion Shock: Spain’s Defense Plans Come With a Price
Spain will need to make deep fiscal adjustments—totaling over €100 billion—to meet NATO’s 5% defense spending goal, according to new reports from the European Central Bank (ECB) and the Independent Fiscal Authority (AIReF). The financial cost of...

How the Troubadour Keeps Its Indie Heart Beating After Nearly 70 Years: ‘We’re All Kind of Insane’
Christine Karayan, owner of Los Angeles’ Troubadour, has a million stories to tell about the famed venue. There was the time when Tom Petty was set to perform three songs for a benefit, but was feeling the atmosphere so much he played his greatest...

HostGator Review: A Simple Host for Simple Sites
Pros Easy setup Extra tools for WordPress users DDoS protection included with all plans Cons Inconsistent, frequently poor, customer service, especially for complex issues Low storage amounts on shared hosting plans HostGator is a popular hosting...

Why the UK still pays more for electricity than Europe
UK power structures remain outdated — not just the buildings. Credit: Uncoated from Pexels via Canva.com Wholesale gas prices dropped, and Europe’s reserves are currently stable. However, in the UK, electricity bills remain relatively high, not...

SiteGround Review: The Best Web Host We've Tested So Far
Pros Great features for WordPress users Excellent customer service Cons Several upsells within the account dashboard Any time the topic of WordPress hosting comes up, SiteGround is recommended -- it’s even on our own list of the best WordPress...

Peter Hoffman officially named Rotary Club of Savannah President at weekly luncheon
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Rotary Club of Savannah, leading efforts in education, infrastructure, health, and equity in our region, officially named Peter Hoffman as its 111th president. Hoffman is a retired U.S. Army colonel, serving more than 30...

MSMEs, Entrepreneurship policy to be revised – Minister of Trade, Agribusiness, Industry
The National Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and Entrepreneurship policy aimed to foster the growth and development of the MSMEs sector is to be immediately revised. Its revision, according to the Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and...