Meadow brown butterflies may lose their spots as a result of climate change, according to a study from the University of Exeter. “Meadow browns always have large ‘eyespots’ on their forewings, probably for startling predators. Thermal plasticityFor years, the variation in eyespot number on the meadow brown butterfly has been a classic example of “genetic polymorphism,” as noted in the works of biologist EB Ford. We tend to think about species moving north, rather than changing appearance.”More about meadow brown butterfliesThe meadow brown butterfly, known scientifically as Maniola jurtina, is a common and widespread species especially prominent across Europe and extending into Asia and North Africa. BehaviorAs adults, meadow brown butterflies feed on nectar and are commonly seen visiting various wildflowers.

News about attempts to subvert democracy have become a staple of our time. But amid this deeply worrisome trend, it’s easy to miss one encouraging development: Those attempts appear to be failing with some regularity. And they have been failing because those who support democracy are getting better at defending it. In the United States, Brazil and most recently Guatemala, where democracy was hanging by a thread, clean elections were disparaged as fraudulent amid wide-ranging campaigns to deprive voters of their choice for president. In all these cases, those muscular, even violent efforts ended in failure.

Turkey and Burkina Faso have inked several agreements spanning over many areas including health, energy, and education, Anadolu news agency reports, citing Turkish Minister of Health Fahrettin Koca. Koca on X, formerly known as Twitter, said the deals were signed during the third meeting of the joint Economic Committee. “As co-chairmen, we signed the minutes of the meeting, and also agreed to develop our cooperation in all areas, from health to energy, from trade to education,” he said. The joint committee meeting was co-chaired by Koca and Burkina Faso’s Foreign Minister Karamoko Jean-Marie Traoré.

Amidst recent positive developments in the crypto market, including the Bitcoin Spot ETF approval, enthusiasts are eager to discover alternative coins beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum to diversify their portfolios. One Altcoin gaining popularity among crypto aficionados is ApeMax; an altcoin with a fun persona, robust tokenomics, and innovative features. Stellar’s blockchain network boasts fast transaction speeds and incredibly low fees, making it ideal for international money transfers and micropayments. While Bitcoin and Ethereum remain dominant figures, emerging contenders like Stellar, Polygon, ApeMax, and many more, are making their mark, each presenting distinctive features and functionalities. Those interested to be early adopters of ApeMax, can explore the official website for comprehensive details regarding purchasing requirements and eligibility.

The event is being held in association with government of UAE to explore the possibilities that exist for Mysuru businesses to connect to the global market through Hamriyah Free Zone. Mr. Ali Saeed Al Jarwan, Deputy Executive Director, Commercial Affairs, Hamriyah Free Zone Authority, Govt. He said the business community from Mysore could benefit by doing business from the Hamriyah Free Zone and pointed out that nearly 50 per cent of the investors in Hamriyah Free Zone were from India. Explaining the concept of Free Trade Zones in the UAE, Geomon George from Hamriyah Free Zone, said Mysuru-based industries can leverage the Hamriyah Free Zone as a re-export base for Africa and Europe. I certainly believe that they can greatly benefit from the Hamriyah Free Zone offerings for win-win situation for both sides,” he added.

ShareAmpersand, a pioneering electric transport energy company based in Kigali, recently secured a significant investment of $19.5 million through debt and equity funding. Established in 2016, Ampersand has been at the forefront of innovating in the electric vehicle sector. Since its inception in May 2019, the Ampersand fleet has experienced remarkable growth, surpassing a thousand vehicles. Whale stated that the recent funding will enable them to deliver thousands more electric motorcycles in the upcoming months. This new round of funding ensures that Ampersand will maintain its momentum in expanding its operations.

Among the newest unfamiliar names to appear on these shores: the Equalizer no-till drill. The Equalizer firm was recently acquired by Lemken, and the German firm expects to soon retail Equalizer drills through its Canadian dealer network. We’ve had a lot of success with the same single-pass system.”The Equalizer drill was designed primarily to work with small grains. While most typical Canadian-built drills place fertilizer slightly below and to the side of the seed trench, the Equalizer places it differently. Related ContentPlanter & Drill Attachments Product Roundup 2024No-Till Roundtable: No-Till Drill Tops Poll of Most Important On-Farm ToolNo-Till Makes Farming Possible, Profitable Amid Africa's Changing Climate

January 18, 2024 04:38 pm | Updated 05:49 pm IST - DavosIndia is among the most significant operating countries for hosting a thriving cluster or fintech headquarters, a WEF study showed on Thursday. "The study reveals that vibrant hubs such as Singapore, the UK, the US, and India have hosted a thriving cluster of fintech corporate headquarters. "Among the countries surveyed, the most significant operating countries for fintechs include the US, the UK, Singapore, Mexico, and India," it added. Also Read |Indian FinTech startups raise $1.2 billion in first quarter of 2023: reportAccording to the report, the global fintech industry remains strong, with customer growth rates averaging above 50% across industry verticals and regions. The report said the global fintech industry is demonstrating strength and resilience and continues, despite an unclear economic outlook, to expand financial services offerings to traditionally underserved consumers and businesses.

Filling the void left by French troops who withdrew from Niger just a couple of weeks ago, the Sahel country and Russia have announced an agreement to develop military cooperation as part of the efforts to stabilize the situation in the region. Russian Deputy Defense Ministers Yunus-Bek Yevkurov and Alexander Fomin met Niger’s junta-appointed Defense Minister Salifu Modi on Tuesday (16 January), according to the Russian Defense Ministry. It added that both sides welcomed the positive trends in the development of bilateral military and military-technical cooperation and outlined promising cooperation areas. During a working meeting, the senior officials also “agreed to invigorate efforts to stabilize the situation in the region”, the Russian Defense Ministry stated, adding that it aims to continue dialogue on “increasing the combat readiness” of Niger’s military. As the last remaining French soldiers were leaving Niger, Deputy Defense Minister, Colonel General Yevkurov, was already being welcomed by Abdourahamane Tiani’s junta.

Telecom Egypt secured a 5G licence from the country’s telecoms regulator for $150 million, putting it on course to launch services powered by the technology. The operator stated the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) granted it a licence valid for 15 years to support the country’s digitalisation ambitions. Telecom Egypt stated 5G “will ultimately benefit the entire economy and improve Egypt’s international ranking in the ICT sector”. He said being the first operator to receive the licence solidifies its infrastructure and ability to provide mobile services. In May 2023, the state sold a 9.5 per cent stake in Telecom Egypt under a wider privatisation push.

DUBAI, UAE, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Secretariat, the global disputes, economics, and expert witness advisory firm, announces the expansion of our Dubai office by establishing a new team focused on global investigations and compliance services. Bhavin Shah - Managing Director - Secretariat May Mhanna - Managing Director - Secretariat Stephen Millington - Managing Director - SecretariatBhavin Shah's career spans more than 20 years, helping clients navigate intricate legal matters, conduct multi-jurisdictional investigations, steer regulatory negotiations, manage crises, and implement robust anti-money laundering (AML) strategies. Stephen Millington is an expert in forensic accounting, financial investigations, and disputes with more than 20 years of experience. Speaking on behalf of the team, Managing Director Bhavin Shah says, "Secretariat's stellar reputation and multidisciplinary capabilities are second to none. Managing Director Stephen Millington adds, "The opportunities for our team to put their expertise to work and grow their careers are endless with Secretariat.

Investing in the green economy presents a host of options as innovative investment practices are being introduced in a quickly evolving space. She will deliver a keynote speech at Africa’s Green Economy Summit where she would like to remind people that the continent is the place where green investment innovation is happening. Use promo code ESI10 to get a discount on your delegate ticket when you register for Africa's Green Economy Summit in Cape Town from 21 to 23 February 2024. The five categories supporting Africa’s climate finance landscapeGreen economy investment to help people and planetFrannie Léautier. Find out what else Léautier had to say about the role of African governments in enabling a green economy and the innovation happening in this space at Africa’s Green Economy Summit.

Grossi promotes nuclear at World Economic Forum 18 January 2024 18 January 2024The World Economic Forum in Davos this week heard how nuclear technology is vital in a future clean energy mix, from International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi and other energy experts speaking at various lunch sessions and meetings. The first such session was on the topic of new nuclear technologies, covering nuclear energy developments and the environments needed to ensure their uptake. This lunch conversation was chaired by Grossi and was the Forum’s launch into nuclear as it broadens its energy programme. De Croo highlighted Belgium’s ongoing commitment to achieving a clean energy transition and Gates emphasised its ability to support other green energy technologies. Grossi discussed how important global inclusivity and non-proliferation are to this ongoing effort and introduced the first ever Nuclear Energy Summit, which will be held in Brussels in March.

The US military has fired another wave of missile strikes against Houthi-controlled sites, marking the fourth time in a week that it has directly targeted the group in Yemen. The media group claimed that UK aircraft were also involved in the strikes but the Guardian was not able to verify those claims. The Houthis, who control most of Yemen, say they are acting in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza. Despite the sanctions and military strikes – including a large-scale operation last Friday carried out by US and British forces that hit more than 60 targets across Yemen – the Houthis are continuing their harassment campaign of ships in the Red Sea. More shipping companies have said they would not risk using the Red Sea route until the crisis subsided.

Blue economy ventures have been invited to apply for the second edition of BlueInvest Africa, which will see 30 projects handpicked for presentation to a panel of investors in Kenya July 3-4. The event will spotlight 30 “blue” projects to a panel of investors and stakeholders both physically present and online. The call for projects targets companies established in Africa, officially registered, and already active in one or more sectors of the blue economy. BlueInvest Africa 2024 is also reaching out to African small, micro, and medium-sized enterprises (SMMEs) whose innovative ideas require support to flourish in African markets. They should fall within a blue economy sector and be set for deployment in one or more African countries.