Payday loans are a quick and easy fix when you’re in a financial emergency. However, if you’re already short on money, continuously taking out payday loans can lead to a never-ending debt cycle. In this article, we’ll discuss strategies to help you avoid getting into a debt trap and alternative solutions to your financial challenges….
The ITIN Program: A Path to Homeownership for Individuals without a Social Security Number
For individuals living in the United States who do not have a Social Security number, accessing traditional mortgage financing can seem like an insurmountable challenge. However, there is a program specifically designed to address this issue—the ITIN program. The ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) program allows individuals without a Social Security number to apply for…
Asia Dragon Trust evaluate merger with abrdn New Dawn Investment Trust
LONDON, UK: Asia Dragon Trust plc (DGN), a UK-based investment trust focused on Asia Pacific (ex-Japan) markets, has announced a proposed merger with abrdn New Dawn Investment Trust plc (ABD), another UK-based investment trust with a similar investment objective and strategy. The merger, which is subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals, will create a larger…
Exchange rates for GBP against major currencies on July 21, 2023
LONDON: The latest exchange rates for GBP against major currencies such as USD, EUR, JPY, AUD and more. Stay up-to-date on the latest fluctuations and trends in the GBP-exchange market. According to www.exchangerates.org.uk: GBP-EUR 1.156 Pounds to Euros GBP-USD 1.2876 Pounds to Dollars GBP-NZD 2.0704 Pounds to New Zealand Dollars GBP-AUD 1.9012 Pounds to Australian…
Realme C53 Launches with 108MP Camera and Odd RAM/Storage Options
Realme has launched its latest budget smartphone, the C53, along with the Pad 2 tablet today (July 19, 2023). The C53 comes in two colors, Champion Black and Champion Golden, and boasts a 108MP main camera as its main attraction. However, the phone also has some peculiar choices when it comes to RAM and storage….
Crypto 101: What Country Has the Most Influence on Crypto?
Are you looking for the country with the biggest influence on the crypto market? The answer may not be as obvious as you think. Several elements are at play in this ever-evolving landscape. From crypto regulation to market volume, learning the keys to the global crypto market is essential to determine the forefront countries. Today,…
Eku Energy announces two new UK battery storage projects totalling 130MWh
PARIS, FRANCE: Eku Energy is due to commence construction shortly on two new battery storage projects in the UK. Together the two projects in Basildon, Essex and Loudwater, Buckinghamshire have an installed capacity of 130MWh and will provide vital flexibility to support the UK electricity system, enable more renewable generation and advance the UK’s clean…
Capita awarded framework to supply Disabled Students’ Allowance services
LONDON, UK: Capita plc has been appointed under a framework agreement by the Student Loans Company (SLC) to supply needs assessments, assistive technology and assistive technology training for students in receipt of Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA). Capita has been awarded two of four geographical lots for the first three years with the option to extend…
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission raises concerns over ACL’s bid for Healius
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has expressed significant preliminary competition concerns over Australian Clinical Labs Limited’s (ASX:ACL) proposed acquisition of Healius Limited (ASX:HLS), a rival provider of pathology services. The ACCC published a Statement of Issues today, outlining its concerns that the proposed acquisition would be likely to substantially lessen competition…
Armada Metals to acquire 80% stake in Bend Nickel Project in Zimbabwe
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Armada Metals Limited , a nickel exploration company, has signed a binding term sheet to acquire an 80% controlling interest in the Bend Nickel Project in Zimbabwe from Reliant Nickel Limited, a UK private limited company. The Project, located in the Midlands Province of Zimbabwe, covers a strategic 12km2 of prospective geology and…
Voltalia to build Ireland’s first large-scale solar farm for ESB and Bord na Móna
PARIS, FRANCE: Voltalia (Euronext Paris, ISIN code: FR0011995588), an international player in renewable energy, has announced that it has been chosen by ESB and Bord na Móna as the contractor for their solar farm at Timahoe North, Co Kildare, Ireland. ESB, the semi-state owned utility and Bord na Móna, the semi-state climate solutions company, are…
Alpha Dhabi and Limak Group sign MoU to explore joint ventures in Turkey
ABU DHABI, UAE: Alpha Dhabi Holding (ADX: ALPHADHABI), one of the fastest-growing investment holding companies in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Turkey-based Limak Group, a diversified conglomerate with interests in construction, development, infrastructure, energy, and hospitality. The MoU aims to explore a range of business opportunities and…