Tag: global

The Bank Is Disappearing—But Banking Is Everywhere

CUDFN Asanga Divulweva -
Not long ago, banking was all about location. You had to visit a branch to do just about anything:...

India’s goods trade deficit hits 6-month high as imports increase amid Middle East conflict

Business Roshan Abayasekara -
India’s merchandise trade deficit (INTRD=ECI) widened more than expected to a 6-month high of USD 31.98 billion in July...

Is Global Shipping Entering Another Boom Cycle After Maersk Raises 2026 Earnings Forecast?

Logistics Roshan Abayasekara -
Danish shipping group Maersk (MAERSKB.CO) on Thursday, 13 August '26, raised its full-year earnings guidance for the second time...

Hunger Crisis Deepens as 13 Global Hotspots Face Rising Food Insecurity

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
While the food security situation is deteriorating in almost all countries day by day, in some of the most...

Proposed Strait of Hormuz Shipping Agreement Sparks Global Concerns Over Tolls, Insurance and Vessel Access

Global Sharya Christiana -
A serious opposition has risen against the agreement that was proposed to restore commercial shipping through the Strait of...

Canada-U.S. trade down almost CAD 2B in 2 years

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara -
The value of Canada’s trade with the U.S. declined by almost CAD 2 (USD 1.42) billion between the 1st...
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New Treatment Could Protect Dogs from Deadly Bee and Wasp Sting Allergic Reactions

Science & Tech S De Silva -
Science & Technology (Commonwealth Union) – The University of Glasgow in Scotland has taken key step forward in terms...

Saudi Arabia unites 13 nations to protect major global sea routes to safeguard global supply chains!

Asia Sarojini P -
Pakistan (Commonwealth Union)_ Saudi Arabia has taken a major step towards improving maritime security with the launch of a...

UK Global Trade Expansion: New Agreements Boost Market Access, Cut Tariffs and Strengthen Supply Chains

Europe Roshan Abayasekara -
The UK’s trade agenda continues to gather momentum. It’s creating new opportunities for businesses trading globally. This is whilst...

UN Warns Hunger Crisis Could Worsen Despite Signs of Global Improvement

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
Even though there is, the United Nations has released a new food security report, despite these factors continuing to...

Brookfield & CPP Investments Strike USD5.2 Billion Deal for LXP Industrial Trust, Signaling Continued Confidence in Global Logistics Real Estate

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara -
Brookfield Asset Management, besides CPP Investments, has agreed to acquire LXP Industrial Trust in an all-cash transaction valued at...

Not a Retreat, but a Reinvention: Why Air India Is Temporarily Shrinking Its Global Wings

Aviation Asanga Divulweva -
Air India has established several restrictions on parts of its global operations. On 13 May 2026, it had to...

Super El Niño Could Trigger Global Food Price Shock Lasting Until 2028, Economists Warn

Food Security Roshan Abayasekara -
Weather cycles threaten harvests worldwide. This would add to inflation already fuelled by the Iran war. Economists are warning that...

Gulf Tensions Raise Fresh Fears Over Global Food Security and Fertilizer Supplies

Food Security Sharya Christiana -
The vulnerability of the global food systems The escalating tensions in the Gulf have exposed the vulnerability of global...

Global Study Reveals Teens Are Skipping Healthy Plant-Based Diets—Here’s Why It Matters

Food Security Senuri Vithanage -
Fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, beans, and legumes are beneficial for everyone. They matter even more for kids as they...

New AI Algorithm Could Transform Global Genomic Surveillance by Detecting Dangerous Virus Variants Faster

Science & Tech S De Silva -
Healthcare (Commonwealth Union) – Genomic surveillance plays a crucial role in a wide variety of different fields. These include...