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The ‘dirty dozen’ of Davos – POLITICO

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It’s that time of year again: Leaders, business titans, philanthropists and celebs descend on the Swiss ski town of Davos to discuss the fate of the world and do deals/shots with the global elite at the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum.

This year’s theme: “Rebuilding trust.” Prescient, given the dumpster fire the world seems to be turning into lately, both literally (climate change) and figuratively (where to

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Migration is derailing leaders from Biden to Macron. Who’s next? – POLITICO

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BRUSSELS — Western leaders are grappling with how to handle two era-defining wars in the Middle East and in Ukraine. But there’s another issue, one far closer to home, that’s derailing governments in Europe and America: migration. 

In recent days, U.S. President Joe Biden, his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron, and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak all hit trouble amid intense domestic pressure to tackle immigration; all three emerged weakened

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The ultimate WFH locations: Five sun-kissed nations offering cheap working visas – including tropical island off the west coast of Africa for less than £100

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The life of a digital nomad consists of remote working in a location of your choice – from deserted beaches to tiny towns, the possibilities can be endless.

With the lifestyle choice of having ‘no permanent residence’ becoming more popular among workers who want to travel freely, more countries are welcoming people from across the globe.

In 2023, 17.3 million American workers described themselves as digital nomads, more than double the number in 2019, according to self-employment specialists MBO.

To

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Anti-green backlash hovers over COP climate talks – POLITICO

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This article is part of the Road to COP special report, presented by SQM.

LONDON — World leaders will touch down in Dubai next week for a climate change conference they’re billing yet again as the final off-ramp before catastrophe. But war, money squabbles and political headaches back home are already crowding the fate of the planet from the agenda.

The breakdown of the Earth’s climate has for decades been the most important yet somehow least urgent of global crises,

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Who’s who at COP28 – POLITICO

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This article is part of the Road to COP special report, presented by SQM.

The annual U.N. climate summit that starts November 30 has become one of the biggest diplomatic setpieces in the global political calendar. 

Organizers are expecting more than 70,000 people to descend upon Dubai’s Expo City: activists, billionaires, presidents, Indigenous leaders, business executives, monarchs and diplomats from every corner of the world. A few will hold sway over the outcome of the talks. Some will make noise

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Suella Braverman is the most hated woman in British politics — and far nicer than you think – POLITICO

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She’s the most divisive British politician of the age; the scourge of left-wing intelligencia whose fire and brimstone rhetoric on immigration makes even those within her own party flinch.

Suella Braverman’s suggestion this week that charities be banned from giving tents to the homeless was only the latest radical policy proposal from the U.K. Home Secretary to receive widespread liberal criticism — with even Tory Cabinet colleagues distancing themselves from her remarks.

For the second time in recent months, a

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How the Youth Boom in Africa Will Change the World

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Astonishing change is underway in Africa, where the population is projected to nearly double to 2.5 billion over the next quarter-century — an era that will not only transform many African countries, experts say, but also radically reshape their relationship with the rest of the world.

Birthrates are tumbling in richer nations, creating anxiety about how to care for, and pay for, their aging societies. But Africa’s baby boom continues apace, fueling the youngest, fastest growing population on earth.

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An early childhood teacher, a farm manager and an accountant turned influencer… meet the All Blacks wives and partners cheering on their side as New Zealand and South Africa battle for the Rugby World Cup

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With the biggest game in world rugby fast approaching, New Zealand coach Ian Foster has already named his side to take on the reigning champions South Africa at the Stade de France. 

The All-Blacks’ exhilarating, enthralling and flamboyant attacking game will collide with the resolute, robust and stalwart defensive prowess of the reigning champions in what promises to be a fantastic culture clash. 

South Africa of course knocked out a valiant England side last time out, with Handre Pollard knocking

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Der preisgekrönte RISE wird von der Africa Movie Academy nominiert und ist die offizielle Auswahl des African International Film Festival

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*Der preisgekrönte unabhängige Spielfilm ERHEBENder beim Mammoth Film Festival 2023 den Publikumspreis gewann, kann sich nun einer Nominierung als Bester Nebendarsteller für JIMMY JEAN-LOUIS bei den kommenden African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) rühmen.

Der Film wurde außerdem zur offiziellen Auswahl beim African International Film Festival (auch bekannt als AFRIFF) eingeladen, das vom 5. bis 10. November 2023 stattfindet.

Inspiriert von wahren Begebenheiten ist der Drama-Thriller der Autorin/Regisseurin Maritte Lee Go ERHEBEN befasst sich mit dem heiklen und aktuellen

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England 15-13 South Africa – World Cup semi-final LIVE: RG Snyman roars over for the Springboks to bring them back within touching distance… and set up tense final 10 minutes in Paris

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Follow Mail Sport’s live blog for the latest team news, scores and updates from the Rugby World Cup semi-final between England and South Africa from Stade de France.

FULL TIME: England 15-16 South Africa

Agony for England. South Africa hold on for the win.

A mistake by Billy Vunipola as he lets the ball slip. It’s all over.

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