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EU announces US$1 billion aid to Lebanon to curb migration 2024-05-02
The New Arab

EU Chief Ursula von der Leyen announced US$1 billion in aid to Lebanon over the next three years during a visit to Beirut aimed at curbing the number of irregular migrants travelling to Europe via boat. Von der Leyen said that the aid was aimed at bolstering social services such as education and...

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Climate is one culprit in growth and spread of dust in Middle East 2024-05-02
Phys Dot Org

Climate change is transforming dust storms—a natural phenomenon in the Middle East—into a more frequent and widespread threat to health and economies throughout the region, a new study shows. Dust levels have increased in many parts of the Middle East chiefly due to global warming, but other human...

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Babylon Chain aims to enhance Bitcoin’s utility through staking, reveals CEO 2024-05-02
Cryptoslate

In the latest episode of the SlateCast, CryptoSlate welcomed David Tse, CEO and co-founder of Babylon Chain, to discuss the groundbreaking concept of Bitcoin staking and its potential to secure Web3. Joining David was Senior Editor Liam “Akiba” Wright and CryptoSlate CEO Nate Whitehill,...

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Why Biden can't and won't support a winning strategy for Ukraine and Israel 2024-05-02
The Hill

“Bad news isn't wine," Colin Powell once said. "It doesn't improve with age.” Neither do indecision and inaction in war. At some point, you have to deal with the situation. And for the Biden administration, that time is now. April proved to be another difficult month for President Biden and his...

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April 2024 Report – BTCFi dominance, Ethereum’s fall, and May forecast 2024-05-02
AMB Crypto

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Senators press Biden administration on Iran crypto mining 2024-05-02
The Hill

Sens. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Angus King (I-Maine) pressed the Biden administration on Wednesday for information on how it is addressing Iran’s use of cryptocurrency mining to evade sanctions. “Iran has raised millions of dollars through mining crypto—a steady revenue source that allows it to...

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Bitcoin Price Prediction – Why BTC Could Correct Another 15% In Near Term 2024-05-02
CoinChapter

Key Takeaways: Bitcoin price is showing bearish signs below the $60,000 support zone. BTC/USD is signaling a breakdown below a crucial parabolic curve with support at $60,000 on the weekly chart. The price could only avoid a bearish break if it recovers and closes above $60,000 before the end of the...

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Morgan Stanley Executive Joins Crypto VC No Limit Holdings 2024-05-02
CryptoPotato

Morgan Stanley China COO joins blockchain-focused venture capital firm No Limit Holdings No Limit Holdings (“NLH”) is pleased to welcome Jeremy Huff as a partner and co-founder of NLH. Mr. Huff joins NLH from Morgan Stanley where he was Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer for China....

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Russia riding US right out of West Africa 2024-05-02
Asiatimes

Armed troops in Niger overthrew the government in July 2023, seizing power for themselves. The following months were rife with speculation that the military government would align with Moscow and possibly form ties with the Russian military or its associates. This has now become a reality, to the...

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Dogecoin Loses 20% In 7 Days, But Can This Group Turn Things Around? 2024-05-02
Bitcoin World

Dogecoin loses 20% in 7 days, DOGE should hold on to its current levels for the broader sentiment to stay bullish. The crypto market bled heavily in the last 24 hours, bogged down by massive selling of blue chip currencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum . The contagion spread to the world’s largest...

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