Author: BRICS+ News Services

Crickit is your premier source for T20 World Cup cricket news, bringing you live updates on everything from player injuries and match previews to post-game analysis and records being set and broken. As the 2024 T20 World Cup unfolds, our platform offers insightful articles and analysis on key matches, player performances, and team strategies. Dive deep into the team dynamics, compositions, probable lineups, and venue details that provide valuable insights into each match of the T20 World Cup 2024. Our T20 World Cup 2024 coverage goes beyond the surface with an extensive stats data pool that includes player profiles, points…

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In March 2024, Egypt saw a notable shift in its trade balance, with a decrease in the value of exports and imports. According to data from the Egyptian Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics (CAPMAS), the country’s trade balance deficit decreased by 23.2 percent year-over-year to $2.37 billion, marking a significant improvement from the previous year’s $3.09 billion deficit. The value of exports fell by 10.9 percent in March 2024, totaling $3.57 billion. This decline was largely driven by a substantial drop in exports of fertilizers by 57.4 percent and crude petroleum by 49.9 percent. However, some goods saw…

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Title: An Urgent Plea to Address Ethiopia’s Continuing Crisis: A Perspective From Meskerem Abera In an open letter to the media and the international community, renowned Ethiopian journalist and political analyst, Meskerem Abera provides a chilling account of the current state of political affairs in Ethiopia. Serving time in Ethiopia’s Kaliti prison, Abera’s views reflect the personal struggles and lived experiences of countless Ethiopians. Since the past 33 years of Ethiopia’s political history have been characterized by a troubling adherence to an ethnicity-lead political, constitutional, and administrative structure. The result has been a political landscape rife with animosity, profound ethnic…

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The International Forum on the History and Future of Xinjiang, China commenced in Kashi, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, on Wednesday, bringing together more than 170 experts and scholars from around the globe. Among the attendees were representatives from countries such as Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Australia, Egypt, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Mongolia, Russia, and the United States. During the opening ceremony, Pan Yue, the head of the National Ethnic Affairs Commission, addressed the audience and highlighted the erroneous narrative that seeks to disconnect Xinjiang culture from Chinese culture, portraying them as adversaries. Pan emphasized that archaeological evidence proves Xinjiang’s integral role within the…

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Title: Brazilian Lawyer Exposes Deceit at Heart of Twitter Files, Sheds Light on Manipulation An interview with Estela Aranha, who forced Michael Shellenberger to apologize after exposing his manipulation of data to build a false narrative about “totalitarian” Brazil By Brian Mier In a recent turn of events, Michael Shellenberger’s Twitter Files Brazil came under scrutiny after Estela Aranha, former Secretary of Digital Rights in the Brazilian Justice Ministry, revealed discrepancies in his narrative. Shellenberger had claimed that Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes was pressing criminal charges against Twitter Brasil’s lawyer for refusing to provide personal information on…

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In May 2024, the United States experienced a marginal decline in annual inflation, dropping to 3.3% from April’s 3.4%. This slight reduction marks a continued effort to stabilize prices after a period of heightened inflation, inching closer towards the Federal Reserve’s target of 2%. Core inflation, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, saw a modest increase of 0.2% in May. However, despite the overall decline, the core rate dipped to 3.4% from April’s 3.6%, indicating persistent underlying price pressures. The rise in housing and healthcare costs were identified as key drivers of this inflation. While the growth in housing…

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Google’s 2023 economic impact on Brazil reaches US$35bn, with a growing trend from the previous year. According to the company’s recent economic impact report, Google’s operations and services, including Search, Google Ads, Google AdSense, Google Play, Google Cloud, and YouTube, have contributed significantly to the Brazilian economy. The consultancy Access Partnership calculated this impact at 188bn reais, a significant increase from the 153bn reais reported in 2022. Brazil’s GDP growth in 2023 was 2.9%, with the services sector expanding by 2.4%. Google’s parent company, Alphabet, reported a global investment of US$32bn in the same year, reflecting a 2.4% year-on-year increase.…

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Emmanuel Macron, the President of France, has sent shockwaves through the political landscape by announcing early parliamentary elections. This bold move has left his rivals scrambling to strategize and respond. The decision to call for early elections raises questions about the potential consequences and risks involved. In the realm of political history, early elections have been utilized by leaders seeking to consolidate power, capitalize on favorable polling numbers, or address internal divisions within their party. However, they also carry inherent risks, including voter fatigue, backlash from the opposition, and the possibility of unintended consequences. One notable example of early elections…

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In a solemn message of tribute, the Al Quds Brigades have acknowledged the unwavering commitment of Abu Talib to the Palestinian struggle. Described as a “solid support for the Mujahideen of the Al Quds Brigades in peace and war,” Abu Talib’s dedication to the cause has been lauded by the group. Known for his tireless efforts in supporting the Palestinian Mujahideen and ensuring their needs were met, Abu Talib was a prominent figure within the Hezbollah movement. His advocacy for Palestinian rights and unwavering defense of the Al-Aqsa Mosque have garnered widespread respect among Palestinians and supporters of the Palestinian…

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MultiChoice Group, a JSE-listed company, has recently released its financial results for the year ending on March 31. The company’s CEO, Calvo Mawela, reported a significant decrease in the number of active subscribers and revenue, with an overall decrease of 9% in active subscribers. This decline was primarily attributed to a 13% decrease in the ‘rest of Africa’ business, affecting countries like Nigeria, Angola, and Zambia, while the South African business only saw a 5% decline. Notably, French media giant Canal+ is considering a takeover of MultiChoice in a deal worth R30 billion, highlighting the shifting landscape of the entertainment…

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