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The Lingering Legacy of Unexploded Weapons in Cambodia
The Global Banker Magazine While trying to expand its garden last Friday, a high school in northeastern Cambodia was forced to temporarily close after an unexpected discovery on its grounds: thousands of unexploded weapons. The Queen Kosomak High School, which more than 1,000 students attend, had over 2,000 devices buried in the soil. This startling…
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Tragedy Strikes Russia: Deadly Explosions Rock Dagestan and Siberia
The Global Banker Magazine Two separate explosions in Russia have resulted in numerous casualties and widespread destruction. The southern republic of Dagestan and the western Siberian region have been left reeling from these tragic incidents. The loss of lives and injuries sustained in these explosions have sparked nationwide mourning and urgent investigations. In this blog…
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Global Household Wealth Experiences a Setback, but Future Growth Remains Promising
The Global Banker Magazine In a surprising turn of events, global household wealth faced a decline last year for the first time since the 2008 financial crisis. Factors such as inflation and the appreciation of the U.S. dollar resulted in a substantial loss of around $11.3 trillion in assets. However, while North American and European…
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The Costly Consequences of India’s Internet Shutdowns
The Global Banker Magazine For nearly three months, the Indian state of Manipur grappled with violent clashes between Hindu Meitei and Christian Kuki-Zo tribes. However, when a distressing video emerged in mid-July, capturing the public humiliation of two Kuki women by armed Meitei men, the incident garnered global attention and forced the Indian government to…
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The Controversy Surrounding Quran Burning in Sweden and Denmark: A Delicate Balancing Act
The Global Banker Magazine On Monday, outside Stockholm’s Royal Palace, two individuals reignited an ongoing debate by burning a copy of the Quran. Salwan Momika, 37, and Salwan Najem, 48, set the Islamic holy book on fire as counter-protesters implored them to “extinguish their hate.” This act has intensified the discussion in both Sweden and…
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Domestic Workers in Indonesia Demand Legal Safeguards: The Urgent Need for the Domestic Workers’ Protection Bill
The Global Banker Magazine Empowering over 4 million domestic workers, Indonesia’s household service sector has long been a vital source of employment. However, these workers, predominantly women, have faced a distinct lack of legal protections and are exposed to various forms of discrimination and violence. With the hope of achieving long-overdue reform, domestic workers across…
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