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Bahrain In Talks For Cloud Computing, FDI Deals

Bahrain is in advanced talks for investment deals with cloud computing companies from the United States, China and the United Arab Emirates, an Economic Development Board executive said, as the country seeks to diversify its oil-based economy.

Norway Central Bank Makes Largest Rate Hike In 20 Years

Norway's central bank raised its benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points on Thursday, its largest single hike since 2002 and twice as much as expected by most economists, and plans to hike again in August as the country seeks to control inflation.

New Research Reveals U.S. Gas Pipeline Leaks Have Not Improved

Over 2,600 hazardous gas pipeline leaks in the United States caused more than $4 billion in damages and emergency services, killed 122 people, and released 26.6 billion cubic feet of fuel as methane or carbon dioxide, according to a report released on Thursday.

Court Challenge Puts Spotlight On Sharia Law In Nigeria

A Nigerian court on Thursday will hear a challenge against sharia law in the mostly Muslim northern state of Kano, in a case that is set to reignite debate on the place of religious laws in a country whose constitution is neutral on religion.

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