Finance & Economics
Libyan Oil Output Cut in Half by Strikes, Disruption
The Libyan oil industry is in the midst of its worst crisis since the 2011 civil war because of lawlessness and strikes at major petroleum facilities.
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Why Wall Street Must Be Shut Down
When Glass-Steagall is re-enacted, the U.S. government will orchestrate the largest market crash in human history. We have the authority to do it on the basis of national security; we have the power to do it in an orderly way; and we must do it to defend the nation from an axis of modern-day fascists centered in London and on Wall Street.
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Israel Approves New Settlement Homes
Israel is inviting contractors to build almost 1,200 new homes in occupied territory claimed by the Palestinians, a controversial move that comes three days before the planned resumption of Israeli-Palestinian peace talks.
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$50 Million Grant to Boost Economic Growth and Fiscal Sustainability in Afghanistan
The World Bank approved a US$50 million grant, through International Development Association (IDA), to help Afghan Government reinforce legal, regulatory and institutional reforms.
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UK Businesses to benefit from better enforcement of fire safety regulation
UK government welcomed a commitment from the Chief Fire Officers Association (CFOA) to work with businesses to improve how fire safety regulations are enforced.
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World Bank: Improved Water, Sanitation and Urban Mobility Services to Benefit More than 85,000 Manta Residents
Close to 85 thousand Ecuadorians will directly benefit from improvements to water, sanitation and transportation services in the coastal municipality of Manta, as a result of a new US$100 million loan approved today by the World Bank’s Board of Directors.
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$50 Million Grant to Boost Economic Growth and Fiscal Sustainability in Afghanistan
The World Bank approved a US$50 million grant, through International Development Association (IDA), to help Afghan Government reinforce legal, regulatory and institutional reforms.
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