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Hurricane Hilary Threatens Baja California and Southern California with Torrential Rainfall and Flooding
The Global Banker Magazine As Hurricane Hilary barrels toward Mexico’s Baja California and prepares to make a historic impact on Southern California, authorities are bracing for the potentially catastrophic and life-threatening flooding that could ensue. With evacuation plans underway and shelters being set up, the region is taking proactive measures to mitigate the damage caused…
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Wildfires Devastate British Columbia – A Battle Against Unprecedented Blaze
The Global Banker Magazine Wildfires are wreaking havoc in the beautiful province of British Columbia, Canada, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. The recent fires in West Kelowna and Yellowknife have forced mass evacuations and brought these areas to the brink of destruction. As firefighters bravely combat these unprecedented blazes, communities come together…
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The Taliban’s Stand on Women’s Face Coverings and Public Spaces
The Global Banker Magazine In the wake of the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan in August 2021, the issue of women’s face coverings and their access to public spaces has become a subject of concern and controversy. The Taliban’s Ministry of Vice and Virtue has asserted that the visibility of women’s faces in public can lead…
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Cannabis in Japan: A Complex Landscape of Laws and Loopholes
The Global Banker Magazine In Japan, possessing cannabis can result in up to seven years of imprisonment, but consuming the substance itself is not considered a crime. In recent years, a ‘green rush’ has been sweeping across Asia, prompting some countries to explore partial or complete legalization while others maintain strict prohibition. Japan, known for…
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China’s Construction of Airstrip on Disputed South China Sea Island Raises Concerns
The Global Banker Magazine In the latest development surrounding the ongoing territorial disputes in the South China Sea, China has been observed constructing an airstrip on Triton island, located in the Paracel group of islands. This island is also claimed by Vietnam and Taiwan. The construction activities on Triton closely resemble those seen on seven…
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Allegations of Unfair Treatment Plague “The Voice of China” following Death of Hong Kong Pop Star
The Global Banker Magazine The recent stock tumble of Star CM Holdings Ltd., the producer of the popular Chinese singing show “The Voice of China,” has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry. This decline comes in response to a viral video alleging that the late pop star Coco Lee was unfairly treated during her time…
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