U.S Senator Menendez corruption trial begins

U.S Senator Menendez corruption trial begins

The corruption trial of U.S senator Robert Menendez is getting underway with jury selection. The case will determine the Democratic senator's reelection plan, and could ultimately determine whether the party retains control of the Senate next year. Nick Harper is there and reports from Washington.

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Sport

Tyson says comeback at 57 was ‘no-brainer’

Former heavyweight king Mike Tyson said Monday his decision to step back into the ring at the age of 57 was a "no-brainer", brushing off recent criticism that he was too old to make a comeback. At a press conference in New York to promote his upcoming bout against YouTuber-turned-fighter Jake Paul, Tyson admitted training for his return had taken a toll. "I'm doing great but my body is […]

May 14, 2024 5

Sport

Celtics hold off depleted Cavs to take 3-1 NBA series lead

The Boston Celtics fought off a spirited challenge from short-handed Cleveland Monday, beating the Cavaliers 109-102 to take a commanding 3-1 lead in their NBA Eastern Conference semi-final series. Jayson Tatum scored 33 points and grabbed 11 rebounds and Jaylen Brown added 27 points for the Celtics, who will try to finish off the best-of-seven series at home on Wednesday. The Cavaliers were dealt a heavy blow when Donovan […]

May 14, 2024 10

APO International

Libya: Staff Concluding Statement of the 2024 Article IV Mission

[[{"value":"Libya's short- and medium-term economic outlook is dominated by the dynamics of hydrocarbon production. Libya urgently needs a clear economic vision for the future and the IMF will continue to help the authorities by providing capacity development support in several areas; The announced central bank reunification has led to welcome improvements in banking supervision and monetary policy coordination and is helping move the reform agenda forward; The authorities should address the underlying […]

May 13, 2024 11

APO International

Ghana: Dr. Bawumia Cuts Sod for Construction of Gambaga Sports Complex

[[{"value":"There was an outpour of excitment in Gambaga, in the North East Region as Vice President and Flagbearer of the NPP Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, cut the sod for the construction of a modern sports complex this morning. The project, is aimed at providing modern sports facilities for the youth of Gambaga and its environs, as well as serve as a social centre for the entire community. Speaking at the sod […]

May 13, 2024 6

APO International

South Africa: National reforms can boost economy by R426bn & create thousands of jobs

[[{"value":"The South African economy can be significantly boosted, and the growth of start-ups and the private sector – through businesses big and small – that create vital jobs, catalysed through two regulatory reforms: lifting exchange controls on the offshore transfer of intellectual property and introducing tax incentives for investors in start-ups. “Our research shows that changes to the Exchange Control Regulations relating to the offshore transfer of intellectual property and […]

May 13, 2024 5

World

Pedro Sanchez’s Socialist Party wins Catalonia regional elections

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's Socialist Party has won regional elections in Catalonia. The results are a blow to pro-independence parties such as "Together for Catalonia", which is led by exiled former regional president Carles Puigdemont.

May 13, 2024 32

Namibia

Agronomic Board closes borders for six vegetables in May

The Namibia Agronomic Board has announced that the borders are closed for 6 vegetables for May 2024, namely beetroot, butternut, green pepper, pumpkin, spinach, and cabbages. Here is Emily Abrahams, the manager for Horticulture Market Development at NAB.

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APO International

Official Launch of the 1st West African Festival of Arts and Culture (ECOFEST 2024) in Abidjan

[[{"value":"The official launching ceremony of ECOFEST 2024 was held on Saturday 11 May 2024 at the Palais de la Culture in Abidjan in the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire. Organised by the Commissions of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU), in partnership with the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, the first edition of ECOFEST will be held from 21 to 28 […]

May 13, 2024 11