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Global banks invest $20m in Israeli fintech co Capitolis
Israeli fintech company Capitolis today announced a $20 million strategic investment from four leading global banks. The new round is led by Citi and includes State Street, both existing investors in Capitolis, as well as new… Continue Reading
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Bank of Israel holds rates as war fuels inflation but weighs on growth
The Bank of Israel left interest rates unchanged for the seventh straight meeting on Monday, saying inflation remains high but that military conflicts are keeping economic growth weak. In its final decision of 2024, the central bank – also… Continue Reading
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Israel to decide on ceasefire as US says deal ‘close’
Israel’s security cabinet was preparing to decide whether to accept a proposed ceasefire in its war with Hezbollah, an official said Monday, as the White House announced it believed a deal to end the fighting in Lebanon was “close”. The United… Continue Reading
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Dengue is classified as an urban disease. Mosquitoes don’t care
The town of Borbón in northern Ecuador is home to several government and religious offices and a regional hospital. Nonetheless, Ecuador classifies Borbón as rural. That designation implies that Borbón’s residents should be… Continue Reading
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Fresh strikes, clashes in Lebanon after ceasefire calls
Israel conducted strikes against Hezbollah’s Beirut stronghold on Monday and battles raged in Lebanon’s south after the Iran-backed militant group claimed 50 attacks on Israeli targets the day before. The heavy exchanges of fire over the weekend… Continue Reading
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‘You could have prevented death and d
The war in Lebanon is exacting a heavy price from civilians, and on no group more than the Shiite Muslims in Lebanon. While cease-fire negotiations continue and their conclusion is reported to be in sight, some Lebanese Shiites accuse Israel of… Continue Reading
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Severe damage in Israel after barrage of rockets from Hezbollah | Israel attacks Lebanon
NewsFeed Video shows Hezbollah rockets causing extensive damage and setting cars on fire across Israeli cities, in one of the biggest attacks since the conflict began. Published On 25 Nov 202425 Nov 2024 Continue Reading
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Egypt tourist boat sinks off Red Sea, 17 missing | Tourism News
At least 28 rescued after the boat, called Sea Story and carrying 45 people, sinks near the coastal town of Marsa Alam. Egyptian authorities have rescued 28 people after a tourist yacht capsized off the country’s Red Sea coast on Monday, as… Continue Reading
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Opioid-free surgery treats pain at every physical and emotional level
The opioid crisis remains a significant public health challenge in the United States. In 2022, over 2.5 million American adults had an opioid use disorder, and opioids accounted for nearly 76% of overdose deaths. Some patients are fearful… Continue Reading
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Netherlands launches multi-year fight against antisemitism
In the pursuit of a “Netherlands without antisemitism,” the Dutch government has unveiled a new national strategy for combating antisemitism, to last from 2024 to 2030. Among other things, the strategy involves the release of an additional… Continue Reading
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