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EBRD and Co-operative Bank of Kenya Sign Currency Swap Agreement

EBRD (European Bank for Reconstruction and Development) has concluded a US$ 50 Million cross- currency swap agreement with the Cooperative Bank of Kenya that will enable the Kenyan lender to access financing denominated in Kenya Shillings. This is the first time that the Kenya Shilling Overnight Interbank Average(KESONIA), Kenya’s new reference rate for financial transactions, […]

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Early voting begins in some states ahead of crucial US midterms

Early voting began in some US states on Friday, weeks ahead of the midterm elections that will determine whether the Democrats can regain power in Congress.The issues weighing on the minds of voters include how President Donald Trump is running the country, rising prices for petrol, food and other necessities, and the Iran war.Virginia has opened polls in some areas for those wishing to cast their votes early. Voters in some other states, including Idaho, Minnesota and South Dakota, can apply for and cast absentee ballots in person in some places. Electoral laws on early voting vary from state to state, with some not opening availability until mid-October. The midterm elections, scheduled for November 3, will be pivotal in determining the direction of the final two years of Mr Trump's term as well as that of Congress. Currently, Republicans maintain control of the White House and Congress, but this is likely to shift following the midterms.Races in states such as Texas, Georgia and Michigan are being closely watched. In Michigan, Muslim American Democrat Abdul El Sayed is running against Trump-endorsed Mike Rogers. And progressive former teacher James Talarico is taking on Republican Ken Paxton in conservative Texas.The president's party typically loses congressional seats in the midterms.Mr Trump's approval rating is hovering around 35 per cent, according to the latest Reuters...

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Team News: Xabi Alonso drops brand new midfield and changes in attack and defence

Team News: Xabi Alonso drops brand new midfield and changes in attack and defence LiveScoreConfirmed Chelsea line up vs Brentford | News | Official Site Chelsea Football ClubBrentford vs. Chelsea LIVE: Premier League updates from west-London clash africa.espn.comPremier League predictions & Jones Knows' best bets: Arsenal to drop points at Brighton Sky SportsBrentford v Chelsea - Match Preview, kick-off time and more Brentford FC

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The National

UAE Property: 'My landlord is selling my apartment. Can the new owner make me move out?'

Question: I've rented the same apartment for almost four years and have built up a really good relationship with my landlord. Last week, he told me he's thinking of selling because he feels the market has performed well over the past few years. I'm now worried that if somebody buys the apartment, they'll immediately ask me to move out, even though I'd really like to stay. I've heard so many different opinions from friends that I don't know what's actually true. Could you explain what normally happens when a rented property is sold? RW, Downtown DubaiAnswer: This is a question I'm hearing much more often lately, and fortunately, the answer is usually far less worrying than many tenants imagine.The first thing to remember is that selling a property doesn't automatically end the tenancy. When somebody buys a tenanted property, they also take over the existing tenancy agreement. In other words, the lease continues under exactly the same terms until it expires.Where people become confused is around vacant possession. If the new owner genuinely intends to move into the property themselves, or in some cases wishes to have a close family member occupy it, there are legal procedures that must be followed. It isn't simply a case of completing the purchase and asking the tenant to leave the following week. The reality is that if the new owner needs you to vacate, they have to give you 12...

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Does that ad feature a real doctor or is it a deepfake scam? It's getting more difficult to tell, experts warn

Does that ad feature a real doctor or is it a deepfake scam? It's getting more difficult to tell, experts warn CBCAI deepfakes are stealing real doctors’ identities to sell bogus health treatments digitaltrends.comHow influencers use AI to fake corporate brand engagement Business DailyAI deepfakes are using real doctors’ identities to promote bogus health treatments Tech Edition

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Nigerian forces fire at protesters rallying over deaths of detained miners

Nigerian forces fire at protesters rallying over deaths of detained miners Al Jazeera37 miners die in NSCDC cell, Tinubu orders probe Punch NewspapersEye on Africa - Uproar in Niger state, 37 die in custody France 24Nigerian police use tear gas during protests over the deaths in custody of 37 miners washingtonpost.comWITNESS: 7-Year-Old Among 37 Who Died in NSCDC Detention FIJ NG

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