Prime Minister Mustafa Appointed Amid U.S. Pressure: Can He Meet Demands for Palestinian Reform?

RAMALLAH, West Bank – The Palestinian President, Mahmoud Abbas, has appointed his longtime economic adviser to the position of prime minister in response to calls for reform within the Palestinian Authority. Mohammad Mustafa, an economist educated in the United States, has been tasked with leading a technocratic government in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, potentially overseeing Gaza in preparation for statehood. However, this move is facing challenges, including opposition from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and …

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The Body Shop Brink of Bankruptcy: Administrators Expected to be Appointed This Week

London, United Kingdom – The Body Shop’s UK business is facing financial difficulties and is expected to appoint administrators this week, leading to potential shop closures and job losses. The company, which was founded in 1976 by the late Dame Anita Roddick, is set to undergo a significant restructuring following its recent acquisition by private equity firm Aurelius. Unfortunately, trading over the crucial Christmas period and into January did not bring in the expected profits, …

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Expedia CEO Resigns, New Leader Appointed – What’s Next for the Travel Giant?

SEATTLE, Washington – Online travel company Expedia Group Inc. has announced the appointment of Ariane Gorin as its new chief executive officer, replacing Peter Kern who has been in the role since 2020. Gorin, who has been an executive at Expedia since 2013 and most recently served as the president of the enterprise division, is set to take over the CEO position on May 13, the company stated. Meanwhile, Kern, 56, will continue to serve …

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