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illinoistimes35d ago

Urban League has ambitious development plans

The Springfield Urban League, headquartered at 100 N. 11th St., has acquired 19 vacant lots to anchor an urban redevelopment project within the 50 contiguous blocks around the organization’s headquarters. " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.illinoistimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/news02.jpg?fit=300%2C169&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.illinoistimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/news02.jpg?fit=780%2C439&ssl=1" />“At a time when it’s easy to take a step back, the Urban League is stepping up.” Those were the words of Springfield Urban League President and CEO Dr. Marcus Johnson during a Dec. 2 Springfield City Council meeting. Johnson was trying to convince the alderpersons to sell eight city-owned parcels of land on Springfield’s [...]The post Urban League has ambitious development plans appeared first on Illinois Times, the capital city's weekly source of news, politics, arts, entertainment, culture.

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iharare35d ago

Zimbabwe Has Three Months of Fuel Reserves as Global Oil Prices Push Pump Costs Up

Zimbabwe Government Assures Nation of Adequate Fuel Supplies Amid Global Tensions Government has moved to reassure the nation that Zimbabwe’s fuel supply remains secure, even as escalating tensions in the Middle East continue to push global oil prices upward. Authorities say the country has enough fuel to sustain national demand for the next three months, [...]The post Zimbabwe Has Three Months of Fuel Reserves as Global Oil Prices Push Pump Costs Up appeared first on iHarare News.

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smestreet35d ago

India INX Strengthens Capital Market Ties With TWSE, AFRINEX Exchange

India International Exchange (IFSC) Limited (India INX), a BSE Company, has signed three strategic Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE), AFRINEX Exchange, and the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), further reinforcing its position as a globally integrated exchange operating from GIFT IFSC.These MoUs significantly expand India INX’s international partnership framework, deepening institutional linkages across Asia and Africa while strengthening professional capacity within the IFSC ecosystem. While partnerships with Taiwan Stock Exchange & AFRINEX Exchange focus on capital market connectivity & exchange level cooperation, the collaboration with ICIS, shall drive certification program & ensuring enhanced regulatory alignment, to support sustainable growth at India INX within GIFT City.During the Global Securities Market Conclave (GSMC) 2.0, hosted by the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) in Gandhinagar, GIFT City, above mentioned MoUs were exchanged in the presence of senior leadership from the respective institutions - Ms. Brenda Hu, Senior Vice President – Taiwan Stock Exchange & COO of the Asian Asset Management Centre representing TWSE, Mr. Thapelo Tsheole, Chief Executive Officer of AFRINEX Exchange, and CS Ashish Mohan, Secretary of ICSI - underscoring high-level institutional commitment and strategic alignment.Collectively, these strategic collaborations significantly enhance India INX’s global exposure and international footprint, accelerating cross-border capital integration, expanding global market access, and reinforcing institutional depth within GIFT IFSC in line with emerging global capital market standards along with, structuring India INX’s as a gateway for global capital market development.

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news335d ago

Ashanti Business Owners Association commends BoG for reducing the Ghana Reference Rate

The Ashanti Business Owners Association (ABOA) has commended the Bank of Ghana (BoG) and the Ghana Association of Banks for their collaborative efforts in reducing the Ghana Reference Rate (GRR) from 14.58% to 11.71%. According to ABOA, the timely adjustment represents a strategic and well-calibrated intervention designed to lower borrowing costs for businesses and households. […]

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thehindubusinessline35d ago

Coal India surges 3.5% as derivative data signals strong long build-up amid power demand fears

Nuvama’s derivative data for March 4 flagged Coal India under “Long Build Up” in both the day-on-day and five-day positioning tables, with a price gain of 2.2 per cent and flat open interest on a daily basis

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defenseworld35d ago

Golar LNG Limited (NASDAQ:GLNG) Given Average Rating of “Buy” by Analysts

Shares of Golar LNG Limited (NASDAQ:GLNG – Get Free Report) have earned a consensus rating of “Buy” from the nine ratings firms that are currently covering the company, MarketBeat Ratings reports. Three research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, three have assigned a buy rating and three have assigned a strong buy [...]

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defenseworld35d ago

Xeris Biopharma Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:XERS) Given Consensus Recommendation of “Moderate Buy” by Brokerages

Xeris Biopharma Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:XERS – Get Free Report) has been assigned an average rating of “Moderate Buy” from the eight ratings firms that are presently covering the stock, MarketBeat reports. One analyst has rated the stock with a sell recommendation, two have assigned a hold recommendation and five have issued a buy recommendation on [...]

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sentinel35d ago

Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma Hails State as Second Fastest-Growing Economy in India

Meghalaya CM Conrad K. Sangma reaffirmed his government's commitment to sustainable and inclusive growth while addressing the "Our Magnificent Meghalaya - Vision 2032"

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prnewswire_co_uk35d ago

Second Annual Iftar Co-hosted by The Mira Hong Kong, Miramar Travel and Türkiye Consulate Gathers Leaders, Diplomats & Local Community at the Muslim‐Friendly Hotel of the Year

HONG KONG, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mira Hong Kong hosted the second annual Ramadan Iftar Dinner on 26 February, reinforcing the city's efforts to position itself as a Muslim‐friendly destination and a regional hub for culturally inclusive hospitality. The event took place at the...

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sunstar35d ago

Fuel-saving ordered amid Middle East conflict

Cebu Gov. Baricuatro enacts fuel-saving measures to safeguard economy amid Middle East conflict.

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bitcoinworld35d ago

Bitcoin Options Strategy: The Alluring Yet Perilous ‘Zero-Cost’ Bullish Bet from TDX Strategy

BitcoinWorldBitcoin Options Strategy: The Alluring Yet Perilous ‘Zero-Cost’ Bullish Bet from TDX StrategyIn the sophisticated arena of cryptocurrency derivatives, a compelling Bitcoin options strategy promising a nearly zero upfront cost for a bullish position is capturing significant attention. According to a recent report by CoinDesk, quantitative trading firm TDX Strategy has detailed this ‘Bullish Risk Reversal’ approach, which leverages complex options mechanics to structure a bet on [...]This post Bitcoin Options Strategy: The Alluring Yet Perilous ‘Zero-Cost’ Bullish Bet from TDX Strategy first appeared on BitcoinWorld.

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defenseworld35d ago

Nutrien (NYSE:NTR) Cut to “Hold” at Zacks Research

Zacks Research lowered shares of Nutrien (NYSE:NTR – Free Report) from a strong-buy rating to a hold rating in a research note issued to investors on Monday morning,Zacks.com reports. Several other equities research analysts have also weighed in on the company. Wells Fargo & Company lifted their price target on Nutrien from $64.00 to $77.00 [...]

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