Commonwealth News
StanChart to hire more wealth managers in Hong Kong, Singapore under US$1.5 billion plan
Dec 4, 2024
Standard Chartered has announced plans to significantly expand its team of relationship managers in Hong Kong, Singapore, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as part of a five-year strategy to oversee an additional $200 billion in client funds. According to Judy Hsu,...
Singapore’s dtcpay to Replace Bitcoin and Ethereum with Stablecoins by 2025
Dec 4, 2024
Singapore-based cryptocurrency payment provider DTCpay has announced it will phase out Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) transactions by the end of 2024 and transition entirely to stablecoins by January 2025. The shift is driven by the price volatility of Bitcoin and...
Chip-embedded Ghana passport launched
Dec 3, 2024
Ghana has introduced a new chip-embedded e-passport with advanced biometric features, enhancing travel security and convenience. The passport includes a microprocessor storing biometric and photo data, alongside anti-fraud security measures. Its design reflects...
New Zealand Westland Anniversary Day
Dec 2, 2024
This day holds significant historical value, reflecting the region’s development and its contributions to New Zealand’s history, particularly during the gold rush of the 1860s. While large-scale celebrations are not customary, the day provides an occasion for...
Vanuatu Unity Day
Nov 29, 2024
Before independence, Vanuatu, formerly known as the New Hebrides, was a territory jointly governed by Britain and France. This dual colonial administration created divisions among the indigenous Ni-Vanuatu population and between the political movements striving for...
At 40, Miss Malta becomes Miss Universe’s oldest competitor ever
Nov 28, 2024
The 73rd Miss Universe pageant in Mexico City made history by lifting the age limit of 28 and allowing older contestants to compete. Malta's Beatrice Njoya, a 40-year-old single mother and domestic violence survivor, became the oldest finalist in the competition's...