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Bank of Japan raises rates to highest in 17 years

Bank of Japan raises rates to highest in 17 years

BOJ raises rates to 0.5%, a 17-year high, due to rising inflation. This follows price increases and ends a long period of low rates.

Green skills drive launched to train 'thousands' of workers

Green skills drive launched to train 'thousands' of workers

Govt. invests in green skills training, creating jobs in clean energy. Aberdeen, Cheshire, Lincs, Pembrokeshire targeted. Energy Skills Passport launched.

Customers say Three mobile outage preventing 999 calls

Customers say Three mobile outage preventing 999 calls

Three UK network outage reported, affecting 999 calls. Thousands impacted, including Smarty & ID Mobile users. Three investigating, advising alt networks. Ofcom involved.

Banks raise concerns over benefit debt recovery powers

Banks raise concerns over benefit debt recovery powers

UK banks warn new welfare fraud laws risk consumer protection rules. DWP can recover debt directly from accounts, bypassing courts. Banks fear conflicting with FCA rules.

قطارات الاتحاد تعلن عن مشروع القطار فائق السرعة بين أبوظبي ودبي

قطارات الاتحاد تعلن عن مشروع القطار فائق السرعة بين أبوظبي ودبي

UAE launched Abu Dhabi-Dubai high-speed rail project. It will reduce commute times, boost economy, and feature modern passenger trains & stations.

Davos 2025: Saudi Arabia calls for nations to put “greater good” first

Davos 2025: Saudi Arabia calls for nations to put “greater good” first

Saudi Arabia at Davos 2025: Emphasized global cooperation, 7% service sector growth, 30M tourists, AI importance, and private sector growth.