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ArcelorMittal's Reims and Denain Sites Face Closure Amid Strikes

ArcelorMittal's service centers in Reims and Denain have gone on strike following the company's announcement of potential site closures due to declining activity in the industrial and automotive sectors.

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Egypt Negotiates Long-Term LNG Deals Amid Domestic Gas Decline

2024-11-20T20:31:10.585Z

Egypt is negotiating long-term LNG contracts with foreign companies to address declining domestic gas production and rising energy demands.

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French Farmers Block Bordeaux Port in Protest Against Trade Deals

2024-11-21T18:41:22.493Z

French farmers protested by blocking access to Bordeaux port, voicing concerns over unfair competition and EU trade negotiations.

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Black Friday Deals: Major Discounts on Dreame and Roborock Robot Vacuums

2024-11-21T18:21:02.342Z

Dreame and Roborock are offering significant discounts on their robot vacuum cleaners ahead of Black Friday, with prices slashed by hundreds of euros on popular models.

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Jaguar Unveils New Logo, Sparks Mixed Reactions on Social Media

2024-11-21T18:11:10.280Z

Jaguar has launched a new logo, replacing its iconic design, which has led to diverse reactions on social media. As the company prepares for a shift to electric vehicles, the rebranding aims to modernize its image amidst criticism and nostalgia for the classic logo.

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Asian Economies Brace for Impact of Strong Dollar Amid Trade Tensions

2024-11-21T18:41:30.598Z

Asian economies are preparing for potential challenges as the dollar strengthens, driven by anticipated trade tensions and higher interest rates, which could lead to currency depreciation and increased inflation.

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SNCF Strike Threat: Will Christmas Travel Be Disrupted?

2024-11-21T18:22:14.812Z

The SNCF is facing a potential rolling strike starting December 12, raising concerns about Christmas travel disruptions. However, current mobilization appears limited, suggesting smoother travel may be possible.

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E. Coli Outbreak Linked to McDonald's Burgers: Investigation Underway

2024-10-22T22:53:23.627Z

The CDC is investigating an E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's burgers, resulting in one death and multiple hospitalizations.

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French Media and Advertisers Demand Apple Suspend Ad-Hiding Tool

2024-10-22T22:03:35.401Z

French advertisers and media have demanded Apple suspend its new 'distraction control' tool that allows users to hide ads, citing concerns over economic impact and compliance with data protection regulations.

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Bangladesh Implements Fifth Rate Hike of 2024 to Tackle Inflation

2024-10-22T20:33:13.353Z

Bangladesh's central bank has raised interest rates for the fifth time in 2024, increasing the repo rate to 10% amid high inflation and rising food prices.

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Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries Arrested on Sex Trafficking Charges

2024-10-22T19:33:29.565Z

Mike Jeffries, former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch, has been arrested and indicted on multiple sex trafficking charges involving the exploitation of aspiring male models.

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IMF Cuts Mexico's Growth Forecast to 1.5% Amid Economic Concerns

2024-10-22T19:03:45.040Z

The IMF has downgraded its growth forecast for Mexico to 1.5% for 2024, citing weakening internal demand and economic uncertainty.

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Russia Allocates 447 Billion Rubles for Preferential Mortgage Programs

2024-10-22T18:43:36.930Z

The Russian government has allocated approximately 447 billion rubles to support preferential mortgage programs, aimed at maintaining housing affordability amidst rising interest rates.

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Early Black Friday Laptop Deals: Save Big on HP and Lenovo

2024-10-22T18:13:31.941Z

Early Black Friday promotions are underway, featuring significant discounts on laptops from leading brands like HP and Lenovo, with major retailers offering deals that rival traditional Black Friday prices.

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BRICS Summit in Kazan Aims to Diminish U.S. Dollar Dominance

2024-10-22T16:54:26.168Z

The BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, focuses on enhancing economic cooperation and reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar amid growing geopolitical tensions.

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Argentina's Milei Dissolves AFIP, Restructures Tax Collection and Football Benefits

2024-10-22T16:44:05.744Z

Argentina's President Javier Milei has announced the dissolution of AFIP, creating a new agency, ARCA, to improve tax collection and save budget costs, while also reevaluating tax benefits for football clubs.

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High-Profile Arrests Expose Disturbing Trends in Corporate Sexual Abuse

2024-10-22T15:44:28.299Z

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Michael Jeffries and Assu 2000's Jacques Bouthier face serious allegations of sexual misconduct and trafficking, highlighting a significant issue of abuse within corporate settings.

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Egypt's IMF Loan Program Under Review Amid Economic Pressures

2024-10-22T14:44:36.225Z

Egypt's President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi warns of reassessing the $8 billion IMF loan program due to rising economic pressures and inflation impacting citizens.

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IMF Cautions on Financial Stability Amid Global Economic Growth Forecasts

2024-10-22T14:33:13.488Z

The IMF highlights increasing financial risks despite optimism in global economic growth, revising its 2025 growth forecast to 3.2% amid geopolitical tensions.

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IMF Projects Economic Divergence: Argentina Faces Decline, Italy Shows Modest Growth

2024-10-22T13:33:58.149Z

The IMF projects a 3.5% GDP decline for Argentina in 2024 with high inflation, while Italy is expected to grow by 0.7%.

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France and Germany: Diverging Approaches to Taxing the Wealthy

2024-10-22T13:33:33.473Z

As France proposes a new tax on high incomes in its 2025 budget, Germany engages in a heated debate over inheritance and wealth taxes ahead of federal elections, reflecting contrasting approaches to wealth redistribution.

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Mulliez Empire's 10-Year Investigation into Tax Fraud Ends in Dismissal

2024-10-22T11:33:35.227Z

The investigation into the Mulliez group's alleged money laundering and tax fraud has concluded with a dismissal of charges after ten years.

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Oil and Gold Prices Surge Amid Gaza Conflict and US Elections

2024-10-22T11:33:27.263Z

Oil and gold prices are rising amid escalating tensions in the Gaza conflict and the upcoming US elections, with the dollar remaining stable.

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Turkey Seeks $108 Billion to Boost Renewable Energy Capacity by 2035

2024-10-22T10:54:35.694Z

Turkey aims to quadruple its renewable energy capacity to 120,000 megawatts by 2035, requiring $108 billion in investments.

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Electro Dépôt and eBay Offer Compelling Vacuum Cleaner Deals

2024-10-22T09:23:34.177Z

Electro Dépôt has launched the Dreame H12 Pro vacuum cleaner at 329 euros, while eBay offers significant discounts on various vacuum models, including up to 57% off popular brands.

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Global Leaders Propose Drastic Budget Cuts Amid Political Campaigns

2024-10-22T08:53:13.530Z

Éric Ciotti advocates for drastic budget cuts in France, inspired by Argentine President Javier Milei, while Elon Musk supports Trump's campaign with promises to streamline government spending.

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BRICS Summit: Putin's Plan to Challenge Dollar Dominance

2024-10-22T08:14:39.411Z

At the upcoming BRICS summit, Putin aims to establish a new global payments system to challenge US dollar dominance and enhance economic independence among member nations.

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BRICS Summit in Kazan: Paving the Way for a New Global Order

2024-10-22T07:13:13.097Z

The recent BRICS summit in Kazan focused on enhancing cooperation among member countries, addressing economic disparities, and reducing reliance on the US dollar.

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European Car Sales Decline Amid Rise in Hybrid and Electric Vehicles

2024-10-22T06:13:16.146Z

Car registrations in Europe fell by 4.2% in September 2024, despite a rise in hybrid and electric vehicle sales.

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Hybrid Cars Surpass Petrol Sales in Europe for the First Time

2024-10-22T05:25:33.999Z

In a historic shift, hybrid cars have overtaken petrol cars in sales for the first time in Europe, according to ACEA data. While electric vehicle sales are rebounding, they still fall short of expectations, amid ongoing challenges in the automotive market.