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Ukraine looms over European Central Bank meeting

Wednesday, 6 August 2014, 16:49 Last update: about 13 years ago Malta Independent

The crisis in Ukraine and a hesitant recovery in Europe are casting shadows over the European Central Bank's meeting Thursday.   Economists say the monetary authority for the 18...

Dollar soars to 11-month peak

Wednesday, 6 August 2014, 09:10 Last update: about 13 years ago Malta Independent

The dollar held steady near an eleven-month high versus a basket of its major rivals, supported by upbeat US data and escalating tensions over Ukraine which boosted demand for American assets....

Obama announces $33B in commitments for Africa

Wednesday, 6 August 2014, 06:50 Last update: about 13 years ago Malta Independent

President Barack Obama announced $33 billion in commitments Tuesday aimed at shifting U.S. ties with Africa beyond humanitarian aid and toward more equal economic partnerships.   The bulk of...

Lufthansa voted Europe’s leading airline

Tuesday, 5 August 2014, 17:26 Last update: about 13 years ago Malta Independent

For the fourth time in a row Lufthansa German Airlines has been voted “Europe’s leading Airline” at the World Travel Awards – an award for the best of Europe’s travel...

The MCA competition winners announced

Tuesday, 5 August 2014, 17:18 Last update: about 13 years ago Malta Independent

Two families have received prizes after successfully participating in two separate competitions organised by the Malta Communications Authority and the BeSmartOnline Consortium respectively during the...

Supporting a programme of free monthly historical lectures

Tuesday, 5 August 2014, 17:16 Last update: about 13 years ago Malta Independent

The Alfred Mizzi Foundation is supporting the Malta Historical Society (MHS) programme of monthly lectures (2014-2015), which are always free and open to the public.   Mr Derek Vella on...

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