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Trump appoints committee to investigate statements by the Fed's Lisa Cook

Trump tried to fire Cook, a nominee of former President Joe Biden, but the Supreme Court blocked his first attempt.

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AfDB grants Ghana $18.8 million to boost rice production

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has provided Ghana with an $18.8 million grant to strengthen its rice value chain and support the government’s target of achieving self-sufficiency by 2028.

  • Ghana receives $18.8 million from AfDB to enhance rice production.
  • REWARD project targets seed production, processing, and market access.
  • Initiative aims to reduce Ghana's rice import reliance by $500 million annually.

Canada’s New Oil Pipeline Challenged by Cold Lake First Nations

Cold Lake First Nations is challenging the Canadian federal government’s decision to designate Canada’s new oil pipeline project to the West Coast a project of national interest.

  • Cold Lake First Nations challenges Canadian pipeline project classification.
  • West Coast Oil Pipeline, or Pacific Link, to transport 1M barrels/day to BC coast.
  • CLFNS demands meaningful consultation, Canada must initiate talks.

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