Commonwealth News
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...
Sri Lanka eases monetary policy, sets new single key rate
Nov 28, 2024
Sri Lanka's central bank has introduced a new single policy rate of 8% to support the country’s ongoing economic recovery from a severe financial crisis. The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) announced the move to simplify its interest rate mechanism by replacing the...