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Suriname poised for cash inflow from newly discovered oil
Suriname poised for cash inflow from newly discovered oil
by  AFP

Suriname, South America's smallest country, is preparing for an inflow of cash from a huge offshore oil find, with the president insisting the population will receive a direct share of the wealth. "From 2028, we'll be an oil-producing country," President Chan Santokhi told AFP ahead of elections Sunday for lawmakers who will choose the next president.

US, Boeing reach deal to resolve MAX criminal case
US, Boeing reach deal to resolve MAX criminal case
by  AFP

The Justice Department said Friday it reached a preliminary agreement with Boeing to settle a long-running criminal probe into deadly 737 MAX crashes, drawing condemnation from some crash victim families.

Trump greenlights Nippon Steel 'partnership' with US Steel
Trump greenlights Nippon Steel 'partnership' with US Steel
by  AFP

US President Donald Trump on Friday threw his support behind a new "partnership" between US Steel and Japan's Nippon Steel, sending the American firm's share price skyrocketing on hopes of an end to the long-running saga over foreign ownership of a key national asset.

UK retailer suspends Labubu toy sales amid safety fears
UK retailer suspends Labubu toy sales amid safety fears
by  AFP

A retailer in the UK has suspended in-store sales of Labubu toys amid rising concerns over public safety and staff threats, following reports of global thefts and queue violence tied to the sought-after collectibles. In California, The Sun reported a car break-in in which three Labubu toys were taken.