insert_link World 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. todayMay 14, 2024 19
insert_link 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 […] todayMay 14, 2024 4
insert_link 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 […] todayMay 14, 2024 8
insert_link 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 […] todayMay 13, 2024 10
insert_link 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 […] todayMay 13, 2024 5
insert_link 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 […] todayMay 13, 2024 5
insert_link 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. todayMay 13, 2024 22
insert_link 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. todayMay 13, 2024 45
insert_link 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 […] todayMay 13, 2024 11
