Rubio to seek $45 million in additional security funding for Ecuador

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Islamic banking deposits in SA have grown 151% in five years
What began as a niche offering has developed into a recognised part of the country’s financial services landscape.
‘Trump dividend’ or bribery? President promises to pay $5,000 to every US adult — if Republicans win
The president offered few details of the plan but said the money would have to be spent in America
UK air traffic chaos raises alarm bells about rogue AI threat
Cancellation of more than 1300 flights to and from UK airports marks the biggest civilian disruption not caused by weath
Philippines: Several killed, dozens missing after fire on ferry
Footage released by the Coast Guard showed the vessel engulfed in flames as rescuers brought bodies ashore in body bags.
Nandan Nilekani, heading exam reform panel, named in SIR's 'no-mapping’ category
Nandan Nilekani, 71, is the co-founder and chairman of Bengaluru-based Infosys. He was also the founding chairman of the