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Online video games, the latest hunting grounds for drug cartels
Online video games, the latest hunting grounds for drug cartels
by  AFP

Narcotics police the world over are sprucing up their video game skills, as cartels go increasingly online to sell drugs and recruit dealers. Online games such as "Grand Theft Auto" or "World of Warcraft" provide perfect cover for cartels to discreetly sell drugs or find personnel.

Waning influence of OPEC+ in spotlight as prices flag
Waning influence of OPEC+ in spotlight as prices flag
by  AFP

Despite slashing oil production for months on end and announcing new cuts in late November, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its ten allies have struggled to boost flagging prices. Prices are sitting at their lowest level in nearly six months despite the cartel's announcement in November to further cut output.

Asian markets track another Wall St record on rate hopes
Asian markets track another Wall St record on rate hopes
by  AFP

Asian stocks rallied Wednesday, following another record performance on Wall Street as traders continue to bet on the US Federal Reserve slashing interest rates several times next year. Still, Wall Street enjoyed another strong day, with the Dow finishing at a fifth straight record high, while the S&P 500 approached its own all-time peak.

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