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FDIC appoints former Fannie Mae chief Tim Mayopoulos as CEO of Silicon Valley Bank The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has appointed Tim Mayopoulos as the CEO of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB). Mayopoulos is the former CEO of Fannie Mae, one of the largest mortgage finance companies in the United States. He will succeed SVB’s…
Mount Merapi eruption : Indonesia’s Mount Merapi Volcano Erupts Covering Villages in Ash Mount Merapi, one of Indonesia’s most active volcanoes, erupted on 10th March 2022, covering nearby villages with a layer of ash. The eruption caused panic among residents, and authorities issued warnings to those living in the surrounding areas. This news is important…
Pat McCormick, the first diver to win four gold medals, dies at 91 Pat McCormick, who made history by becoming the first diver to win four gold medals in the Olympics, has died at the age of 91. She passed at her home in Laguna Beach, California. McCormick, who competed in the 1952 and 1956…
Xi Jinping third term : Xi Jinping starts third term as China’s President China’s President Xi Jinping was recently elected for a third term, solidifying his grip on power and putting him on course to become the country’s longest-serving leader. Xi was re-elected at the National People’s Congress (NPC), the country’s top legislative body, with…
International Day of Women Judges 2023 Women’s empowerment has been a global priority for years. Women’s achievements in different fields have significantly improved in recent years. One such field is the judiciary, where women have made significant strides. The International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ) recognizes the contribution of women judges worldwide and celebrates their…
Arun Subramanian Becomes 1st Indian-American Judge at New York Court Indian-Americans continue to make headlines with their achievements and contributions to society. One such notable achievement was recently made by Arun Subramanian, who became the first Indian-American judge to be appointed to the New York Court of Claims. The appointment was made by New York…
International Women’s Day 2023 Celebrations Across the Globe International Women’s Day is celebrated every year on 8th March to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. It is a day to recognize the contributions of women to society and to promote gender equality. This year, the theme for International Women’s Day is…
High Seas Treaty : UN Inks First High Seas Treaty in a Bid to Protect Ocean Bodies of the World The United Nations (UN) has signed its first-ever high seas treaty to protect the world’s oceans. The treaty aims to conserve and sustainably use marine life and protect the environment. The treaty was signed after…
Kuwait’s Crown Prince Re-Appoints Sheikh Ahmad Nawaf Al Sabah as Prime Minister In a recent development, Kuwait’s Crown Prince Sheikh Mishaal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah has re-appointed Sheikh Ahmad Nawaf Al Sabah as the Prime Minister of the country. This decision comes after the Kuwaiti government resigned following a standoff between the Prime Minister and members…
Russian tennis player Daniil Medvedev defeated his compatriot Andrey Rublev to win the Dubai Tennis Championships title on March 5, 2023. Medvedev, who is currently ranked world number 2, won the final match 6-4, 6-2 in just over an hour. Why this News is important: Rising tennis star Daniil Medvedev has claimed yet another championship…
