China has long been a key player in African economies, with billions of dollars worth of investments in the region. However, there have been increasing reports of human rights abuses by Chinese companies and workers in Africa. This raises concerns that China’s image in Africa is being tarnished, potentially harming its economic interests in the …
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The spread of coronavirus in India took an alarming turn in the past. The government responded to the outbreak by imposing a nationwide lockdown, but this did not stop the spread of the virus. Cases were reported in nearly every state, and the death toll continued to rise. The public became increasingly panicked, and many …
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The United States Dollar is the world’s most dominant reserve currency. The market demand for U.S. dollars allows the U.S. government to borrow at lower interest rates and finance its large external debt. Foreign investors also purchase American debt as a safe investment, which boosts the demand for U.S. dollars and keeps the currency strong …
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A consortium of some of the world’s biggest tech companies is working on a new authentication system that would kill off passwords altogether. The initiative, which is being led by FIDO (Fast Identity Online) Alliance, includes heavy hitters like Google, Microsoft, and Samsung, as well as financial institutions like Visa and Mastercard. The group is …
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In a world that is increasingly becoming more and more sensitive, the topic of blasphemy has once again become a hot-button issue. In countries where blasphemy is considered a crime, the punishment can be severe, ranging from fines to imprisonment to death. Critics of blasphemy laws argue that they are often used to suppress free …
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