The battle for 6G is already intensifying, although this communication standard remains purely theoretical, but it highlights how geopolitics is fueling the technological rivalry, especially between the US and China. However, it is highly likely the 6G technology will not be available until 2030.
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DRC — ADF Blamed for Attack That Killed 10
At least 10 people were killed in an attack in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. Kivu Security Tracker (KST), a non-profit group, said the massacre occurred in Beni area of North Kivu province. The government’s chief administrator for Beni, Donat Kibuana, said that the attackers “ransacked the pharmacies and shops after massacring civilians.”

France: No Plans to Withdraw from Sahel
The French President Emmanuel Macron has said that France has no intention of withdrawing its troops in the Sahel region. This move is aimed at continual fight against militants in the region, who have continued to wreak havoc. The French troops have been in the country for eight years in an operation that has seen 55 troops killed.

Ebola — Guinea Declares New Epidemic
At least three people have died from Ebola in Nzerekore, Guinea while four others who have been confirmed to have it are hospitalized. Health officials confirmed this on Sunday. It is alleged that one person escaped and is still at large. The eight are said to have attended the funeral of a nurse that took place in Goueke on February 1st.

France, Sahel Countries to Hold Virtual Summit
The heads of states of the G5 Sahel region are scheduled to take part in a two-day summit to be held in Chad. The main aim of the meeting is to discuss the fight against armed groups in the region. The G5 Sahel countries include Mali, Chad, Burkina Faso, Mauritania, and Niger.

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Made First Woman, African Head of WTO
Nigerian Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala was selected Monday as Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO). She becomes the first woman to lead the global organization, as was confirmed by the organization in a statement. The 66 year-old Okonjo-Iweala also becomes the first African leader to preside over the organization.

WTO — Nigeria’s Okonjo-Iweala Set to be the First Woman to Lead
Nigeria’s Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is all set to be the new director-general of the World Trade Organization (WTO). This is after she received the support of the United States, which had initially thrown it’s support behind the South Korean candidate who however finally officially withdrew her candidature on Friday.

Coronavirus — 2020 Worst Year on Record for Tourism
The year 2020 closed as the worst year in the history of tourism, with 1 billion fewer international arrivals in the world and losses estimated at more than €1 trillion caused by the coronavirus pandemic. As reported on Thursday by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the figures represent a 74% drop in the volume of tourists compared to 2019.

Side Hustle – How to Turn Your Ideas into Money
If this is the first time you’re hearing of a side hustle, let me elaborate – generally speaking, a side hustle is something you do “on the side” that brings in extra money, in addition to your mainstream of income. The income your side hustle brings in is often directly related to the effort you put in. It can involve spending 1 to 2 hours a week completing surveys or using rebate programs, or it can be a full-fledged business that you grow in the evenings and weekends, spending 10 to 15 hours a week. Side hustles can bring in anywhere from a few hundred to a few thousand a month!

UNCTAD — Global FDI Plummets
Foreign direct investment, affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, plummeted 42% globally in 2020, the United Nations Conference for Trade and Development (UNCTAD) said on Sunday. UNCTAD indicated that the recovery from this indicator would be likely be delayed until 2022.

Zimbabwe — Loses Four Government Ministers Due to Covid-19
In Zimbabwe, the Covid-19 pandemic is leaving its trail in the ranks of the Government. Pandemic also affects the country’s health system, on the verge of collapse and tainted by reports of corruption. Within a few months, the Government of Zimbabwe lost several ministers, killed due to infection with coronavirus.

Buy Bulk Candy on Shop The Globe and Sell eBay or even Amazon – A Sweet Deal
For the past month, Shop The Globe has demonstrated how our site— your new global online wholesale marketplace— beats eBay at providing the popular, name brand products you want at prices you can’t afford to pass up. Thanks to our new vendor, Wholesale B2B, Shop the Globe can enable you to sell these in-demand American products in your shops.

Mask Up Direct from Manufacturers at Shop The Globe
The benefits of buying direct from manufacturers are well known, and Shop The Globe has made it easier than ever. Shop The Globe offers all the benefits of direct-from-manufacturer shopping, bringing you the items you want at a low price, with more control over the sales process, and a more personal connection between consumer and manufacturer.

Uganda — Museveni Reelected President, Kyagulanyi Rejects Outcome
Uganda ‘s incumbent President, Yoweri Museveni has been declared the winner of the presidential elections held last Thursday with 58.64% of the votes, according to the results announced this Saturday by the local Electoral Commission. The election was marked with violence and accusations of fraud.

Shop The Globe Prices Beat eBay on Hygiene Products
A month ago, we at Shop The Globe showed how customers and retailers can buy popular American brand name products, via our new vendor, Wholesale B2B, to sell in their shops and yours. The example we gave were hygiene products. As a follow-up, we decided to show further how our prices compare to the competition, and in particular, eBay.

2021 Recruitment Trends that Job Seekers Need to Know
It’s amazing to look back and see just how much HR and recruitment have evolved in just last year. At the start of last year, unemployment in the United States was at an all-time low. If you were able, willing, and qualified, finding work wasn’t that hard. All that changed when the COVID-19 struck.
From 3.5% in January to 14.7% in April, the unemployment rate in the USA shot up significantly as millions were now out of work. It currently stands around 6.7% and with the vaccinations taking place –there is the hope of better times ahead.

Buy Direct from Manufacturers at Shop the Globe and Save
At Shop the Globe, we’ve made it easier than ever to buy the items you want at a low price, direct from manufacturers. In a short time, we’ve also been able to offer more features and capabilities than other, more established wholesale sites, and decisively beat the prices of a certain, famous auction site.

Shop The Globe Beats eBay — Save on Bulk Candy
Shop The Globe, your one-stop wholesale shopping networked experience, is already a great place to stock up on in-demand, brand name items and keep your storefronts full. But how well does it stand up against the competition? We did some comparison shopping to show how you can save on popular items with Shop The Globe, versus eBay.

Esources UK Wholesale Suppliers vs Shop The Globe and Searches – Which B2B Wholesale Website Provides You With a Better Service?
If you’re looking for a 20 year old directory list with almost no real search capabilities, Esources UK Wholesale Supplies is your source. If, like most wholesale buyers or sellers, you’re looking for a one stop website location that offers very good search capabilities, that is Shop The Globe.

Niger — 100 Killed in Twin Terror Attacks
At least 100 people were killed and several others were injured in attacks against two villages in Niger Saturday. The attacks were perpetrated by a group of unknown armed men, the country’s Prime Minister, Brigi Rafini, and the local mayor of the region, Almou Hassane, confirmed.

Mali — Al-Qaeda Affiliated Kills Two French Soldiers
The Office of the French President, Emmanuel Macron, announced on Saturday that two French soldiers, Sergeant Yvonne Huynh and Brigadier Loic Risser, died in Mali after the vehicle they were traveling in was hit by an improvised explosive device (IED) on 2 December, in the Menaka area, in eastern Mali.

Buy Direct from Manufacturers Globally at Shop the Globe
The internet has democratized the human experience in ways once unimaginable even two decades ago. News and information is available at one’s fingertips instantly, from sports scores to stock tips. New connections and friendships can be formed, bringing past pen pals together in an instant. This, of course, extends to the world of commerce.
Will There Be New War in Libya in 2021?
On December 27, The Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar stated that Turkey is ready for the military actions against the Libyan National Army. The leader of the Libyan Army is Khalifa Haftar, who is supported by Russia. “Haftar and those who support him should know that they will be considered a legitimate target in any attempt to attack the Turkish military,” said Akar.

Wholesale Central Directory Listing vs Shop The Globe and Searches – Which Website Provides You With a Better Service?
When Google came out with a new search engine, it became a far better solution for searching based on the criteria you put in, and this new company transformed the entire search industry. Before Google most products on the internet were listed and then purchased indirectly from yes directories. So called search engines in the early days like Yahoo (which had a dominant position early) were simple listing directories.

Self Care Tips for Self Employed and Freelancers in 2021
Self-care does not mean taking sweet foods and wearing protecting clothes like face masks, but it means setting aside enough time to put the focus, energy, and resources on yourself. This is important mostly for freelancers who do churn out eye-catching work and usually end up against unresponsive clients and low rates.

Netanyahu Extends Invitation to Morocco King
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has invited Morocco’s King Mohammed VI to Israel following a meeting with the king in Rabat. The two leaders met to discuss closer ties between their two nations. The US-Israeli delegation arrived in Morocco early last week to finalize talks related to a normalization treaty.

Tanzania PM Suspends Port Officials
Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa has dropped the ‘stick’ at the Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) after suspending the Director of Finance, Nuru Mhando and the Finance Manager, Witness Mahela to allow an investigation into allegations of misappropriation of funds.

Central African Republic — Voting Amid Violence and Fear
Central Africans are being called to the polls this Sunday, December 27, 2020 to elect their new President of the Republic as well as their deputies. The voters will have to choose among 16 candidates for the presidential election, and more than a thousand for the legislative.

Erdogan Contemplates New Turk Block
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been contemplating the idea to create the “Turk” military political block. The strategic decision has been made, after interference in the Nagorno Karabakh conflict, which resulted in the gain for the Azerbaijan.

Shop The Globe Offers New, Brand Name Products for the New Year
Shop The Globe, your new, online global wholesaler, understands the value and demand of name brand products. The name and logo on the package conveys a sense of distinctiveness from competing products and cultivates brand loyalty— and increasing, dependable demand with it.

Nigeria — Eleven Killed in Christmas Eve Attack
At least eleven people lost their lives, seven others were kidnapped, and a dozen were left nursing injuries following Boko Haram attack on the Christian-majority village of Pemi in northeastern Nigeria’s Borno state on Christmas Eve. The attack was confirmed by the Nigerian local authorities.

Turkish Armed Forces to Stay in Libya
The Turkish Grand National Assembly announced an extension of the Turkish armed forces’ presence in Libya. According to a decree from President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Turkish military personnel will be stationed in Libya for the next 18 months. Former dictator Muammar al-Gaddafi was killed nine years ago in Libya.

Ethiopia — Over 100 Killed in Ethnic Violence
More than 100 people were killed on Wednesday in Ethiopia’s Benishangul-Gumuz region, as a result of ethnic violence, the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission reported. The massacre took place at various points in the Meketel area, in the Bekuji Kebele town, just one day after Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed had visited that region.

Linking to a Global Value Chain – How to Build a More Efficient Sales Process
Using the global value chain as a selling tool is a new phenomenon. Listing can also help you uncover a competitive advantage over rival businesses, boosting company profits and enticing new customers. Global Trade accounted for 54% to 60% of all worldwide sales in the last few years. So you can benefit from global sales.

Shop the Globe Offers Name Brand Products at Wholesale Prices
At Shop the Globe, we understand the struggle wholesalers face, during good times and bad, to keep your storefronts stocked with high-demand products at affordable prices. Dozens of vendors have already signed up with our new, global, online wholesale outlet, selling products from all over the world to wherever their customers may be.

Nigeria- Kidnapped Students Released
The over 300 kidnapped Nigerian schoolboys were eventually set free on Friday. They looked tired, barefoot, with dust all over their face and clothes, but jovial. The 344 students from Katsina state in Nothern Nigeria were freed after being kidnapped six-days ago by the Boko hara terrorists.

Boko Haram Claims Responsibility for Abduction
The leader of the radical Islamic group Boko Haram, Abubakar Shekau, claimed on Tuesday the kidnapping of hundreds of high school boy students in northwest Nigeria, which took place last Friday. “I am Abubakar Shekau and our brothers are behind the kidnapping in Katsina,” announced the terror group’s leader in Tuesday’s voice message.

Boko Haram Kills 28 People in Niger
At least 28 people have been killed in an attack by Boko Haram militants in Toumour village, Diffa Region, Niger. The village is about 12 miles from the border with Nigeria. The militant group confirmed responsibility for the attack in a three-minute video. It is alleged that the attackers set markets and houses on fire and shot at anyone who tried to escape.

Three Ways to Help Your Business Global Value Chain
Global Trade accounted for 54% to 60% of all worldwide sales in the last few years. We would like to help you find the first key steps to increasing your company’s global trade.
The first step toward improving your global trade is to find global key sources and suppliers. It is becoming apparent that companies are reducing their overall reliance on China, which currently has about 28% of global manufacturing. This is creating new and incredible opportunities away from China.

CPJ: Record Number of Journalists Arrested Worldwide
As per the annual report of the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), the number of journalists detained while in line of duty hit a record high this year. By December 1, the CPJ reported Tuesday there were at least 274 journalists arrested worldwide. The CPJ indicates that number does not include those who were imprisoned and released throughout the year.

Pompeo: Russia Sowing “Chaos” in Mediterranean
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo accused Russia of sowing “chaos, conflict, and division” in countries around the Mediterranean region. Sec. Pompeo said Moscow used a variety of methods to spread disinformation and undermine national sovereignty in countries including Libya and Syria.

Nigeria — Hundreds of Boys Abducted in School Attack
Nigerian authorities have confirmed that 400 students are still missing following an attack on a school in the state of Katsina and the subsequent abduction of students. Using the hashtag #BringBackOurBoys, Nigerians have flooded Twitter with criticism of the country’s poor security situation.

Nigeria- Hundreds of Students Abducted in Katsina State
Hundreds of students have been abducted in Nigeria following a banditry attack at a government science secondary school in Kankara town in Katsina State. The attackers are said to have been heavily armed. Local media estimated that around 400 male students were kidnapped during the attack.

Israel Peace Extends Outward to Morocco
President Trump announced that Israel and Morocco will normalize relations. Both countries will open in Tel Aviv and Rabat. Morocco will grant overflights and direct flights to and from Israel. The U.S. will recognize Moroccan sovereignty over Sahara.
The deal was brokered with the help of America making Morocco the fourth Arab country to set aside hostilities to Israel and normalize relations. The border conflict which Morocco had for decades with Algeria over Sahara, America agreed to recognize the sovereignty of Morocco which helped bring Morocco and Israel together. Trump sealed the agreement on Thursday with a telephone call with Moroccan King Mohammed VI. The agreement further enhances Israel security while creating opportunities for Morocco to improve their economy and the lives of their people.

Fifth Year of Paris Climate Agreement Amid Fears
The UN Climate Summit is being held online with the participation of more than 70 world leaders as the effects of fossil energy use, deforestation, forest burning, ocean pollution and human conflict with nature become more apparent than ever. During this pandemic, they are also saving carbon emissions by conducting their meeting online.

Ghana — Akufo-Addo Re-Elected, Mahama Disputes Result
Ghana’s President Nana Akufo-Addo was declared winner of the country’s hotly contested presidential election on Wednesday. However, the country’s main opposition party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), whose candidate came a close second, announced on Thursday that it will challenge the results.

Shop the Globe Now Sells Wholesale Brand Names at Incredibly Low Prices
Dozens of vendors from around the world have been rushing to create storefronts on the new global wholesale outlet Shop the Globe. They sell products from the United States, Ghana, Australia, Hong Kong and France just to name a few.
Now hundreds of brand name American Products are available at prices that will astound you. Buyers can find brand names such as 5-Hour energy, Baby Ruth, Advil, Chips Ahoy and Claritin just to name a few.

Libya — Turkey Condemns Seizure of Vessel by LNA
Turkey has condemned the detention of one of its ships by eastern-based Libyan forces in the Mediterranean, saying the ship should be allowed to resume its voyage to western Libya, and warning of a possible act of retaliation. The ship, which was heading to the port of Misurata, was stopped off the coast of Ras Al Hilal.

Coronavirus — UNICEF Opposes Closing Schools
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) announces that the number of children who have been unable to go to classes has risen again, and warns that school closures are the wrong response to the Coronavirus pandemic. UNICEF said that nearly one in five students worldwide were unable to go to school at the beginning of this month.