Kazakhstan has improved its position in the 2025 IMD World Competitiveness Ranking, rising to 34th place out of 69 countries. This marks the country’s highest position in the past five years and reflects steady progress in strengthening economic competitiveness. Kazakhstan’s rankings in recent years have been: 2021 – 35th 2022 – 43rd 2023 – 37th 2024 – 35th 2025 – 34th In 2025, Kazakhstan’s performance by component is as follows: Domestic Economy – 35th International Trade – 60th International Investment – 47th Employment – 28th Prices – 54th Kazakhstan’s GDP stands at $288.4 billion, placing it 43rd globally, with a GDP per capita (PPP) of $41,675, ranked 45th. The country’s real GDP growth rate of 4.8% places it in 8th position globally, underli...

In July 2025, three gold pours were made at Madsen, producing a total of 3,800 ounces of gold. Of that, 3,595 ounces were sold at an average price of US$3,320 per oz, which generated CND $16.4 million in revenue. Vancouver, BC, August 7, 2025 – Global Stocks News – Sponsored content disseminated on behalf of West Red Lake Gold. On August 6, 2025, West Red Lake Gold Mines (TSXV: WRLG) (OTCQB: WRLGF) provided an update on ramp-up activities at the Madsen Mine in Red Lake, Ontario. In July 2025, three gold pours were made at Madsen, producing a total of 3,800 ounces of gold. Of that, 3,595 ounces were sold at an average price of US$3,320 per oz, which generated CND $16.4 million in revenue.  The company currently has a dual focus: 1. Achieving targeted ramp-up gold ounce production, 2. Insti...

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TheCTShirts.com is redefining how we express personal style—starting with the most iconic wardrobe staple: the T-Shirt. In a world overflowing with mass-produced fashion, TheCTShirts.com takes a refreshingly focused approach: every T-Shirt we offer is custom-made, designed to reflect your unique personality and story. TheCTShirts.com is redefining how we express personal style—starting with the most iconic wardrobe staple: the T-Shirt. In a world overflowing with mass-produced fashion, TheCTShirts.com takes a refreshingly focused approach: every T-Shirt we offer is custom-made, designed to reflect your unique personality and story.   Our Story: A Passion for Individual Expression Founded on the belief that style starts with what feels most authentically you, TheCTShirts.com was born from...

Trustco Group Holdings Ltd (“Trustco”) announced that the founding family shareholder of Trustco, and the Group Chief Executive Officer, Dr Quinton van Rooyen, have received a private acquisition offer from VeldBridge Holdings Ltd, a Cayman Islands-incorporated investment company. The offer encompasses Dr van Rooyen’s entire shareholding in Trustco. Additionally, VeldBridge seeks to acquire debt assets, that include both interest-bearing and non-interest-bearing components, subordinated and first-ranked obligations, as well as secured and unsecured claims totaling NAD 5,053,073,500 (USD 281 million). This is held by the family against various Trustco entities, with the family currently holding 71% of long-term debt across the group. In terms of the offer, VeldBridge or any of its subsidia...

Advantage Plumbing, founded by Jason Fontenot with 25+ years experience, provides comprehensive plumbing services throughout Lake Charles and Calcasieu Parish with 24/7 emergency response, trenchless technology, personalized service, and 100% satisfaction guarantee for residential and commercial clients. Lake Charles, United States – July 15, 2025 – Advantage Plumbing has established itself as a leading plumbing service provider in Lake Charles, Louisiana, delivering comprehensive solutions to residential, commercial, and industrial clients throughout Calcasieu Parish and surrounding areas. Under the expert leadership of founder Jason Fontenot, this locally-owned company brings over 25 years of field experience to every project, setting new standards for professional Drain Cleaning in Lak...

GILI TRAWANGAN, Indonesia — Positioned as one of the most sought-after locations for professional scuba diving education, the IDC Gili Trawangan has emerged as a pivotal training destination for divers aiming to elevate their careers to the PADI Instructor level. The program’s exceptional reputation is built upon its comprehensive curriculum, practical focus, and longstanding commitment to professional excellence. The course is conducted at Blue Marlin Dive Gili Trawangan, the island’s original and longest-operating PADI 5-Star IDC Center. With over three decades of experience, the center provides a vibrant and authentic environment for developing scuba professionals. Surrounded by the biodiverse reefs of the Gili Islands, IDC Gili Trawangan offers direct access to ideal training condit...

INDONESIA — The Instructor Development Course (IDC) Indonesia has emerged as a regional leader in professional scuba diving education, offering a refined, immersive pathway for aspiring PADI Instructors. Centered in the world-renowned Gili Islands, the program is rapidly becoming synonymous with quality, consistency, and international recognition in the professional dive community. Conducted at Blue Marlin Dive Gili Trawangan, the original PADI 5-Star IDC Centre in the Gili Islands, the program represents a cornerstone in Indonesia’s dive training infrastructure. With over 30 years of continuous operation, the center provides access to premier training environments, allowing candidates to develop their instructional capabilities within active, real-world dive settings. Heading the ID...

GILI TRAWANGAN, INDONESIA — In a strategic move to encourage early career planning among aspiring scuba diving professionals, the PADI Instructor Development Course (PADI IDC) in Gili Trawangan is now offering a 10% early bird discount on both the IDC and Emergency First Response Instructor (EFRI) course for all bookings made in advance for any remaining dates through the end of 2025. Positioned at the heart of the Gili Islands, the program is led by Platinum PADI Course Director Holly Macleod, a veteran educator with over 20 years of global diving experience. Her instructor-level courses, conducted at the prestigious Blue Marlin Dive Gili Trawangan, blend academic precision with real-world application, empowering candidates to enter the professional dive industry with confidence and co...

GILI TRAWANGAN, INDONESIA — Aspiring scuba instructors seeking high-quality training and certification have an opportunity to benefit from a limited-time 10% discount on the PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) in Gili Trawangan. This offer is valid for the remainder of the year, provided bookings are made in advance. As the global dive industry rebounds and demand for certified instructors continues to rise, this initiative serves as both a financial incentive and a career advancement opportunity. The PADI IDC program in Gili Trawangan is conducted by PADI Platinum Course Director Holly Macleod, a globally respected educator known for producing world-class instructors. With over 3,500 certified instructors trained under her guidance and 13 consecutive years of Platinum-level recogn...