Tag: US dollar
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Olympic Medalists’ Rewards Vary by Country: From Cash to Livestock and Lifetime Free Transport
Olympic athletes from around the world receive a variety of rewards from their home countries for winning medals, apart from the honor of standing on the podium. While the International Olympic Committee does not provide cash prizes for medal winners, countries have taken it upon themselves to celebrate their athletes’ achievements in unique ways. From…
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Wall Street Plummets After Nikkei Index Records Worst Loss Since 1987 Amid Global Sell-Off
Wall Street and global markets are experiencing significant downturns, with Japan’s Nikkei index recording its worst loss since 1987, dropping over 12% in a single day. This steep decline was mirrored by South Korea’s Kospi and European shares, all reacting to various economic pressures including interest rate hikes by the Bank of Japan, which have…