News from 2023
After Biden's new loan plan, a financial wellness report by Research and Markets is integral
By Globe Banner | Oct 13, 2023
Research And Markets, a market and industry reporting corporation, has released a report titled "Financial Wellness 2023" in response to President Joe Biden's new loan plan. The report aims to help business entrepreneurs and managers achieve financial literacy in light of the new plan.
Reaching $189.1 billion in 2022, global low-cost airlines market projected to have significant growth in the next years
By Globe Banner | Oct 13, 2023
Research And Markets, a market and industry research corporation, has released a report projecting significant growth in the global low-cost airlines market in the coming years. The report states that the market reached a size of $189.1 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach $315.4 billion by 2028, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7% from 2023 to 2028.
Research And Markets projects global magnetic tape market to have CAGR of 7.2% by 2028
By Globe Banner | Oct 13, 2023
Research And Markets, a market and industry research organization, released a report laying out the impressive projected increase in the magnetic tape market, a key product in data storage.
Blinken visits Middle East amid tensions following terrorist attacks in Israel
By Globe Banner | Oct 13, 2023
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken is scheduled to visit several Middle Eastern countries from October 11 to 15, 2023.
NetChoice VP on Biden's free speech attack: 'Our leadership should stand with the people and protect the First Amendment'
By Globe Banner | Oct 12, 2023
In a recent Fox News op-ed, NetChoice Vice President and General Counsel Carl Szabo argues that President Joe Biden is seemingly undeterred by federal court rulings that have found his attempts to coerce social media platforms to be a violation of the First Amendment. The article, along with a recent tweet from Szabo, highlights the increasing use of government power to influence online free expression.
Roberts: 'Don’t blame crypto for what happened in Israel'
By Globe Banner | Oct 12, 2023
Jeff John Roberts, a crypto editor at Fortune, has argued that cryptocurrency should not be blamed for Hamas's recent attack on Israel. In an article for Fortune, Roberts stated that blaming crypto for the attack is a "mistake" and that Hamas should be held responsible instead.
WTO releases 'Global Trade Outlook and Statistics' October 2023 update
By Globe Banner | Oct 12, 2023
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has released its 'Global Trade Outlook and Statistics' update for October 2023, revealing a downward revision in trade growth forecasts due to a global manufacturing slowdown that began in Q4 2022. While the outlook for 2023 has been scaled back, economists maintain a more optimistic view for trade in 2024, according to the report released by the WTO.
Blinken reaffirms US support for Israel amid ongoing conflict
By Globe Banner | Oct 12, 2023
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken addressed the press before departing Joint Base Andrews, outlining the United States' stance on recent events in Israel.
MCA-Lesotho II appoints new board to guide compact implementation
By Globe Banner | Oct 12, 2023
The Millennium Challenge Account-Lesotho II Authority (MCA-Lesotho II) has announced the appointment of sixteen individuals to its Board of Directors.
Millennium Challenge Account appoints new CEO for Lesotho health initiative
By Globe Banner | Oct 12, 2023
The Millennium Challenge Account-Lesotho II Authority (MCA-Lesotho II) has announced the appointment of Mrs. ‘Mannana Phalatse as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
TikTok Shop changes the landscape of online apparel shopping
By Globe Banner | Oct 11, 2023
Research And Markets released a report on online apparel shops, revealing that TikTok's new online shop is booming with its innovative and strategic marketplace.
The global bath and shower market reaches a milestone in 2022, at US$ 47.6 Billion
By Globe Banner | Oct 11, 2023
Research And Markets announced a report on the global bath and shower market, saying that a new milestone has been reached in 2022 with the market size at US$ 47.6 Billion. By 2028, that market size is predicted to reach US$ 63.4 Billion, with a CAGR of 4.7% during this growth period.
Former CFTC commissioner applauds UK's new crypto regulations: 'Future blockchain investment and innovation can flourish in the UK'
By Globe Banner | Oct 11, 2023
Brian Quintenz, the current head of policy of a16z crypto and a former CFTC commissioner, has praised the UK government for its new crypto regulations. He believes that these regulations will support technological innovation in the country. The new financial promotions rules, known as the UK Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA) Financial Promotions (FinProm) Regime, took effect on Oct. 8.
Blinken discusses Israel attacks with Jordan's foreign minister
By Globe Banner | Oct 11, 2023
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken engaged in a conversation with Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Ayman Safadi.
OAS condemns Nicaraguan government's actions against education and religious freedoms
By Globe Banner | Oct 11, 2023
The Organization of American States (OAS) Permanent Council has voiced strong condemnation of the actions by Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega and Vice President Rosario Murillo.
World Bank Food Security Update: Rising Food Insecurity Threatens Progress Towards Sustainable Development Goals
By Globe Banner | Oct 9, 2023
The World Bank recently released a Food Security Update, reporting fluctuations in agricultural and export price indices. The report highlights concerns about achieving food- and agriculture-related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and reveals that 238 million people in 48 countries face acute food insecurity.
Israel views attacks as declaration of war by Iran
By Globe Banner News Service | Oct 8, 2023
"This is not just a battle between Israel and Hamas, it is a war with Iran,” according to Israel’s former Brigadier General Amir Avivi in an exclusive interview with Globe Banner.
The Director-General of WTO admits that 20 years of negotiations on the trade aspects of cotton have failed to reach their final and main result
By Globe Banner | Oct 7, 2023
The Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has acknowledged that two decades of negotiations on the trade aspects of cotton have failed to achieve their intended goals. Speaking at the opening of "World Cotton Day 2023" hosted by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) in Vienna, Okonjo-Iweala called on WTO members to take decisive action on cotton at the upcoming 13th Ministerial Conference in February.
WTO economists scale back growth in global merchandise trade in 2023
By Globe Banner | Oct 7, 2023
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has revised its growth projections for global merchandise trade in 2023, indicating a downward trend. According to the latest WTO trade forecast released on October 5th, economists have scaled back the growth predicted for next year. It is now expected that the volume of world merchandise trade will only grow by 0.8% this year, which is less than half of the 1.7% increase that was forecasted in April. However, there is some hope for a recovery, as the projected growth of 3.3% for 2024 remains relatively unchanged from previous estimates.
Walgreens employees walkout between Monday and Wednesday next week
By Globe Banner | Oct 7, 2023
Walgreens, a popular pharmaceutical general store in the US, has numerous employees planning to walk out on strike next Monday and Wednesday, as reported by CNN. This is because of what the employees call burdensome prescription and vaccination expectations placed on pharmacists.