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As the 2024 U.S. presidential election unfolds, betting markets like Polymarket and Kalshi are gaining prominence, often predicting outcomes more accurately than traditional polls. This surge reflects a growing interest in alternative data sources amid significant campaign financing and voter engagement strategies.
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Following Donald Trump's recent election victory, his transition team is reportedly seeking legal advice regarding the UK's agreement to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. This deal has raised concerns about potential security implications, particularly regarding China's influence in the region, and could lead to a veto from the incoming administration.
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UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly looking to global markets for growth, particularly through e-commerce. Recent surveys indicate significant potential for revenue increases as businesses adapt to changing trade dynamics post-Brexit and explore opportunities in Asia and beyond.
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The UK is negotiating a controversial deal to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, including a 99-year lease for the Diego Garcia military base. New Mauritian Prime Minister Ramgoolam has expressed doubts, while the incoming Trump administration is reportedly seeking to veto the agreement due to security concerns.
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Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has been elected as Namibia's first female president, securing 57% of the vote in the recent election. Her victory extends the ruling SWAPO party's 34-year hold on power, despite significant challenges from opposition parties amid rising youth discontent and economic issues. The election faced technical difficulties, prompting claims of irregularities.
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Mauritius' new Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam has initiated an independent review of the controversial Chagos Islands agreement with the UK, which cedes sovereignty while allowing a long-term UK-US military presence. This move follows concerns raised during his election campaign about the deal's implications for national security and relations with the US.