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LOS ANGELES, CA, US, April 14, 2021 /EINPresswire.com / -- Shortly after shocking many viewers and Real Housewives of Potomac cast members with her famous binder during the season 5 reunion, Monique Samuels revealed she would share the 'tea' she had accumulated. Wanting to release the receipts in a creative way, Samuels announced a three-part series, "Bindertime Stories", launching on her YouTube channel, Tea With Monique .
Monique calls the fantasy-inspired riddles a 'summation' of her time on RHOP, where she promises to drop more 'tea' from her binder. In each episode, the former housewife will sit around a bonfire and share stories for the audience to determine for themselves what's the truth, nursery rhyme style.
Bindertime Stories Part One: "Keep Your Receipts" airing tonight, April 14th at 6:30pm ET
Thursday, April 15th Patreon Premiere of Part 2 at 6pm ET
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(MENAFN) Formula 1 has released a statement after former CEO Bernie Ecclestone sparked outrage by saying on UK television that he would "take a bullet" for "first-class guy" Vladimir Putin.
Since the Russian Grand Prix was added to the F1 calendar in 2014, Ecclestone has repeatedly referred to Putin as a buddy.
On Thursday, the British businessman told ITV's 'Good Morning Britain' that he still admired Russian President Vladimir Putin and accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of not doing enough to end the violence.
“I’d still take a bullet for him,” Ecclestone responded when questioned if he still views Putin as a friend.
“I’d rather it didn’t hurt, but if it does, I’d still take a bullet, because he’s a first-class person. What he’s doing is something that he believed was the right thing he was doing for Russia.”
When pressed by presenter Kate Garraway, Ecclestone doubled down on his condemnation of Zelensky, “So just to understand you clearly, you think that President Zelensky should have done more to avert this war and it could have been avoided by Zelensky’s actions, not by a change in Putin’s actions?”
“Absolutely,” replied Ecclestone, who recommended Zelensky was more suited to his former profession as a comedian.
“I’m quite sure Ukraine, if they’d wanted to get out of it properly, could have done,” Ecclestone highlighted.
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- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 4.
Silk Way West
Airlines, a leading cargo airline in the Caspian and Central Asian
region, has presented a footage of the Boeing 777 Freighter
assembling process, Trend reports.
The addition of Silk Way West Airlines' 777F fleet will allow
the airline to access new global cargo hubs and increase
Founded in 2012 in Baku, at the heart of the Silk Road, Silk Way
West Airlines operates hundreds of flights every month across the
globe via its fleet of 12 dedicated Boeing 747-8F and 747-400F
aircraft based at Heydar Aliyev International Airport. On April 28,
2021, Silk Way West Airlines signed a strategic fleet expansion
agreement with Boeing for the purchase of five new 777 Freighters,
followed by a further agreement signed on November 10, 2022 for the
purchase of two state-of-the-art 777-8 Freighters. Silk Way West
Airlines also agreed the purchase of two A350 Freighters with
Airbus on June 28, 2022.
The airline's annual cargo turnover exceeds 500,000 tons, while
its growing route network covers over 40 destinations across
Europe, the CIS, the Middle East, Central and Eastern Asia, and the
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The United States will resume talks with the Taliban, addressing among other issues the fight against terrorism and the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan.
The American delegation, led by the US special representative for Afghanistan, Tom West, will meet the Taliban next week in Qatar for two weeks of discussions.
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State Department spokesman Ned Price announced the planned meeting on Tuesday, saying the two sides will discuss“our vital national interests.”
Talks will include counterterrorism operations against Daesh-K and Al Qaeda, humanitarian assistance, and Afghanistan's devastated economy.
READ: 'Business as usual': Afghan drug trade continues under Taliban
The delegations will also discuss safe passage out of Kabul for US citizens and Afghans who worked for Washington during the 20 year war.
US conditions for aid, diplomacy
West on Friday reiterated US conditions for the Taliban to receive US financial and diplomatic support.
These conditions are: fight terrorism, install an inclusive government, respect the rights of minorities, women and girls, and provide equal access to educations and employment.
He said the United States would continue to have dialogue with the Taliban and for now provide only humanitarian aid.
READ: Taliban ban TV shows featuring women actors, ask female journalists to wear hijabs
West met two weeks ago in Pakistan with representatives of the Taliban that seized power in August as US forces completed their withdrawal.
A first session between the two sides was held October 9-10 in the Qatari capital Doha, where US diplomats overseeing relations with Afghanistan transferred after the Taliban takeover.
Amir Khan Muttaqi, foreign minister of the Taliban government, called last week in an open letter to the US Congress for the release of Afghan assets frozen by the US.
The Taliban government is not recognised by the international community.
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Around 4m 3G users in Pakistan
(MENAFN- The Peninsula) The number of 3G subscribers has touched around 4 million mark, apparently surpassing all other broadband technologies in the country.
There are around 3.7 million broadband users in Pakistan as per official data for all technologies combined including WiMAX, DSL, EvDO, FTTH, Satellite, HFC and others till May this year.
Three mobile phone operators have already announced that each of them has crossed 1 million mark of 3G subscribers while Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is yet to formally release the stats about 3G and 4G subscribers.
According to Mobilink, it has 1 million 3G users on October 22, Telenor has 1.3 million 3G users on October 28 while Zong has also announced that it has 1 million 3G users. Ufone has not said a word so far about its subscribers.
Based on operators' announcements, there are at least around 4 million 3G users as of today.
With these figures, one can ascertain that 3G subscribers have crossed the numbers for all other broadband technologies, that too within just six months of auction of 3G and 4G licenses.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Emirates has cancelled flights to and from two popular European destinations due to nationwide industrial action.
The flights will be cancelled on Sunday, March 26 and Monday, March 27, the Dubai-based airline said in an update on its website. Passengers connecting on any one of the below flights will not be accepted at their point of origin, it added.
Those who have booked with travel agents are advised to get in touch with them for rebookings, the airline said.
The following flights will be cancelled:
EK049 - Dubai to Munich EK050 - Munich to Dubai EK051 - Dubai to Munich EK052 - Munich to Dubai
EK049 - Dubai to Munich EK050 - Munich to Dubai EK051 - Dubai to Munich EK052 - Munich to Dubai EK043 - Dubai to Frankfurt EK044 - Frankfurt to Dubai EK045 - Dubai to Frankfurt EK046 - Frankfurt to Dubai EK047 - Dubai to Frankfurt EK048 - Frankfurt to Dubai
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(MENAFN) Major European share markets ended Wednesday with earnings, apart from Italy's FTSE MIB, even as eurozone manufacturing actions remained to see decline.
The STOXX Europe 600, which contains nearly 90 percent of the market capitalization of the European market in 17 nations, stood at 2.6 points higher, or 0.6 percent, at 438.82.
The UK's FTSE 100 saw a surge of 12 points, or 0.17 percent, to end at 7,465 whereas Germany's DAX 30 jumped 5.24 points, or 0.04 percent, to close at 14,427.
France's CAC 40 experienced a surge of 21 points, or 0.32 percent, to close the day at 6,679, whereas Spain's IBEX 35 added 6.2 points, or 0.07 percent, to 8,331.
Italy's FTSE MIB, on the other hand, dropped 9 points, or 0.04 percent, to finish with an amount of 24,581.
These earnings came in spite of manufacturing actions in the eurozone remaining to decline for the fifth month in a row.
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(MENAFN- IANS) Warsaw, Sep 23 (IANS) The US women's volleyball team extended their winning streak to five matches as they beat Italy 3-1 (25-19, 23-25, 25-21, 25-18) in the volleyball Olympic qualifying tournament in Lodz, Poland.
Opposite Jordan Thompson led her team to a massive victory with 24 points, while outside hitter Kelsey Robinson delivered 16 points. Opposite Ekaterina Antropova earned 20 points for Italy, reports Xinhua.
Davide Mazzanti's players committed more errors and granted 24 points to the US, who lost 14 points on errors.
After losin 25-19 in the first set, Italy reacted in the best possible way by nailing down the second set 25-23, as Antropova poured in nine points with seven attacks, one block and one ace.
Olympic champions the US secured the following sets for a fifth win in their Pool C campaign, keeping a firm grip on the top position with a perfect record.
Italy is second with four triumphs, and Poland follows, also with a 4-1 record.
Earlier on Friday, hosts Poland beat Germany in a five-set thriller 3-2 (20-25, 27-25, 25-21, 22-25, 15-12), thanks to Martyna Czyrnianska's spike and an effective double block in the dying minutes of the tie-break.
On Saturday, Poland will play against the United States, Thailand faces South Korea, and Italy battles against Germany.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) For the show trial of the Azovstal defenders in the captured Mariupol, the Russians are set to bring in bogus 'witnesses' and propaganda media. They may also stage a bloody provocation targeting the philharmonic where the“hearing” will be taking place.
That's according to the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, Ukrinform reports.
On Ukraine's Independence Day, Russian invaders plan to hold a show trial of Ukrainian prisoners of war.
To this end, the premises of the Mariupol Chamber Philharmonic are being urgently remodeled as iron cages are being installed on the stage. Several other temporary structures are also being erected next to the philharmonic premises. Read also:
“Reverse deportation”: Russia returns Ukrainians from Pskov to war-torn Mariupol
To add the appearance of 'legitimacy' to the event, the invaders are preparing trained 'witnesses' and bringing in representatives of the Russian mass media.
'According to one of the possible scenarios that the Ruscists are looking into is delivering a pinpoint missile attack on the premises. If such a plot is implemented, the Ruscists will try to shift the blame for the crime committed onto Ukraine – in their traditional way,' the intelligence agency stressed. Read also:
Terrorist attack in Olenivka: Guterres informs Zelensky about preparation of UN mission
As Ukrinform reported earlier, the Russians are planning to hold a show trial of the Ukrainian troops who defended Mariupol for more than 80 days before being ordered to evacuate the Azovstal plant under the guarantees of international humanitarian organizations. Ukrainian soldiers have since been held by Russia and its proxy forces.
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Crude Oil Price Analysis & News
- Weak Chinese Data Raises Demand Concerns
- Brent Crude Oil Sell-Off Exacerbated by Iran Nuclear Deal Hopes
Crude oil futures have slumped this morning as Brent crude falls over 4% to start the week. Firstly, the initial move lower in oil stemmed from weak data out of China with retail sales posting a sizeable miss on expectations, raising concerns over the demand outlook for oil.
Meanwhile, recent comments made by the Iranian Foreign Minister has since exacerbated the move lower in oil, having stated that consensus is close in negotiations on the condition that Iran's redlines are respected. This in turn, has seen markets price in a higher probability that an Iran nuclear deal can be reached and thus oil prices have come under notable pressure throughout the London session. That being said, while a deal would likely see Brent crude oil head back below $90, focus is now on the response from the US, given that it is up to the US to decide if they agree with the three remaining issues. As such, oil sensitivity to headlines has increased. For those keeping a close eye on the latest oil sources, #OOTT on Twitter is vital for short-term intra-day oil traders. A reminder that for those trading FX, the Canadian Dollar is the most sensitive to oil prices as shown in the chart below.
30-Day FX Correlation to Oil
Brent Crude Oil Chart: Daily Time Frame
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(MENAFN- Gulf Times) The Qatar Indian Management Association (QIMA) has announced its upcoming leadership summit, which will take place on June 7 from 6pm at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Doha.
The event aims to provide a platform for Indian management professionals in Qatar to address and discuss the various challenges faced by leaders in the current business landscape.
The summit will be graced by the presence of Ibrahim M Jaidah, Group CEO & chief architect of Arab Engineering Bureau and IJAE, who will be the distinguished speaker at the event.
Jaidah brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table, making him an ideal contributor to the discussions surrounding leadership challenges in today's dynamic environment.
The summit will also feature an esteemed line-up of participants from India, including Shrinivas V Dempo, president of AIMA and chairman of Dempo Group, India; and Rekha Sethi, director general of AIMA.
With their extensive experience and profound insights, the speakers will undoubtedly enrich the summit and provide valuable perspectives on navigating the complex realm of leadership.
The leadership summit promises to be an enlightening and engaging event, fostering a platform for productive dialogues, sharing best practices, and expanding professional networks.
Attendees can look forward to gaining actionable strategies, leveraging the collective wisdom of industry leaders, and forging lasting connections within the vibrant community of Indian management professionals in Qatar.
To register or obtain further information about the event, visit or contact the event coordinator at [email protected]
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(MENAFN- Daily News Egypt)
Centamin Egypt said that the purity of its gold production from Sukari mine reached about 90%, according to General Manager of Centamin's Egyptian Operations, Youssef El-Raghy.
He told Daily News Egypt that the company exports 300-350 kg of gold ore per week to Canada for refining, to create gold bullion.
He added that the percentage of impurities in the Sukari gold mine is estimated at about 10%, and is one of the best high-grade mines in the world, according to studies and current production rates.
El-Raghy stated that the company's total production of gold from the Sukari mine is estimated at 128.5 tonnes from 2010 until August 2019, adding that the company's gold production rates range from 490,000 to 520,000 ounces in 2019.
The Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources received about $423m in return for its share of the profits of gold produced from the Sukari mine and royalties until mid-September.
El-Raghy, said that the reserve of the Sukari mine by about 15.5m ounces of gold, which makes it one of the largest gold mines in the world.
About 55% of Centamin's profits from the Sukari mine goes to the Egyptian Mineral Resources Authority (EMRA), after the company recovers investment costs. The authority also receives 3% royalty, which is supplied twice a year.
Two gold producers, Australia's Centamin in the Sukari mine, and Cyprus' Matz Holding, operating in the Hamash mine, currently operate in Egypt.
The Sukari mine, which began production in 2009, is considered to be the first large scale modern gold mine in Egypt and is located in the south-eastern region of the Eastern Desert. It is jointly owned by Centamin and the Egyptian Mineral Resources Authority on a 50% equal basis.
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(MENAFN- The Conversation) Senior Research Fellow in Social Policy and Social Work, unsw sydney profile articles activity
I am a Wiradjuri woman with a double degree in social work/arts (hons in sociology), graduating in 2010 from UNSW. I completed my PhD in Social Work/Social Policy at UNSW in 2016. I have 15 years experience working as a researcher at the Social Policy Research Centre, UNSW and work with the Social Work program at UNSW. My research is in the area of Aboriginal child and family welfare, using participatory and Indigenous research methods. I receive funding from the Australian Research Council for multiple project which are listed on my profile page on the UNSW website. Experience
–present Senior Research Fellow in Social Policy and Social Work, UNSW Education
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GREEN BAY - Johnny Jolly says he feels great, and it's a blessing to have a second chance.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Law enforcement operatives have exposed an agent of Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) who is believed to have been helping the enemy prepare a missile attack on local electrical substations in western Ukraine.
The SBU reported this via telegram , according to Ukrinform.
The accomplice had been gathering information about the exact location of critical infrastructure facilities and the specifics of their operation in the territory of the western Ukrainian regions. He was primarily focused on the locations and technical characteristics of local power stations.
The culprit, who intended to pass the information to the enemy for them to prepare and execute a series of targeted missile strikes, was arrested before he was able to pursue with his plan to hand over sensitive data.
The suspect, who is a resident of the Kremenets district, is believed to have been recruited by Russian intelligence after the full-scale invasion. Read also: sbu detains russian fire spotter in kharkiv
The SBU has pressed criminal charges against the man under Art. 111 Part 2 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine (treason committed under martial law).
The inquiry was run by cyber experts and detectives with the SBU Office in Ternopil region.
As Ukrinform reported, in January, SBU counterintelligence operatives neutralized a Russian military intelligence network, whose members had been adjusting enemy missile strikes on the city of Dnipro.
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Mumbai, Aug 11 (IANS) The 18th edition of the Tata Mumbai Marathon (TMM), 'World Athletics Elite Label Road Race', will be held on January 15, 2023 and the registrations for the full marathon will commence from today (August 11), the organisers Procam International said in a statement on Thursday.
The organisers said the registration for the full marathon for amateurs will remain open until Wednesday, November 30, 2022, or until all running spots are filled, whichever occurs first.
The marathon will be flagged off from the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) and the categories are classic distance marathon, popular half marathon, open 10k, Senior Citizens' Run, Champions with Disability, and Dream Run.
The physical races of the 'Tata Mumbai Marathon', which is a 'World Athletics Elite Label Road Race' will be flagged off from the iconic Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) and this year will celebrate the spirit of 'HarDilMumbai'.
Another salient feature of this year's marathon is that a limited number of spots have been reserved in the half marathon for Persons with Disability (PwD).
The registrations for the half marathon will open on Saturday, August 20 and close on Friday, September 30. Slots will be confirmed on a fastest runner first basis as per their timing certificate submitted during half marathon registration for their respective categories.
Moreover, to encourage more women to participate in the full and half marathon, a limited number of running spots are reserved for them in both categories.
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(MENAFN- Iraq Business News)
By John Lee.
The United Nations (UN) for has awarded several Iraq-related contracts recently:
United Nations Secretariat : Development of Side Walkways for Streets in AlAsry Neighborhood-Baiji District, Salahddin Governorate: Granted to Aswar Al-Hadhaba General Trading, Contracting and Transportation Ltd . Contract value $97,100; United Nations Secretariat : Rehabilitation Al-Qosh Youth Center building in Al-Qosh Sub-District, Ninewa Governorate: Granted to Aswar Al-Hadhaba General Trading, Contracting and Transportation Ltd . Contract value $50,796; United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) : Rehabilitation of Water Supply Systems for Returnees in Sinjar: Sharin company Ltd . Contract value $394,286; United Nations Secretariat - Construction of five player football pitch and perimeter fence, in Jurf al-Meleh sub district, Shatt Al-Arab district, Basra governorate: Almanabir Company for Trading & General Contracting . Contract value $93,000
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, March 17. The
Masdar company (UAE) plans to implement various projects in
Azerbaijan, Director of Masdar Azerbaijan Murad Sadikhov said,
He made the remark at a panel discussion themed 'Green
Hydrogen: State of Play and Application in Azerbaijan' as part of
the 'Green Hydrogen: Path to Decarbonization' seminar.
In particular, he noted that the company plans to
implement a 1 GW onshore wind project by 2026, a 2 GW offshore wind
project, and a green hydrogen project by 2033, and further expand
the use of solar, onshore, and offshore wind by 2037.
'In 2022, Masdar and the Ministry of Energy of
Azerbaijan signed an agreement on the development and investment in
renewable energy sources. Also in 2022, the parties signed an
implementation agreement that covers a number of offshore wind
energy projects and green hydrogen production,' he said.
In addition, Masdar also signed an agreement with
SOCAR (State Oil Company of Azerbaijan Republic) to explore the
potential for electrification of their offshore oil and gas
facilities in the Caspian Sea using offshore wind power, he
Meanwhile, Azerbaijan's technical potential for
offshore wind in the Caspian Sea is 157 GW. Azerbaijan has already
signed relevant deals with Masdar and Fortescue Industries on the
total installed capacity of 22GW. For comparison, the entire
installed capacity of power production in Azerbaijan, including all
renewable and non-renewable, is 8 GW. Out of those 22 GW, about 16
GW account for offshore wind energy production. Ministry of Energy
has also signed an agreement with ACWA Power on the construction of
an offshore wind farm.
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(MENAFN- Jordan News Agency)
Amman, April 9 (Petra) - Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Jamal Sarayrah met with President of the Bundesrat (German Federal Council) and Mayor of Berlin, Michael Muller, and his accompanying delegation and discussed means of enhancing bilateral relations and regional developments.
During the meeting, which was attended by German Ambassador to Jordan Birgitta Siefker-Eberle, Sarayrah and Mueller commended the strong ties between the "two friendly countries" in different areas.
Sarayrah affirmed the historical and strong relations between Jordan and Germany at all levels, expressing Jordan's appreciation of Germany's support for the kingdom to overcome the current economic challenges.
He also briefed the visiting delegation on hardships Jordan faces as a result of regional turmoil, pointing out that hosting about 1.3 million Syrian refugees in the kingdom and providing them with basic services had aggravated economic challenges.
On the Middle East peace process, Sarayrah stressed that security and stability in the Middle East would not be achieved without finding a just solution to the Palestinian issue and establishing an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital.
He said that realizing comprehensive peace in the region would guarantee that funds currently used for military purposes will be directed towards development and prosperity.
On Iraq, Sarayrah noted that the country has achieved important victories over terrorism and terrorist gangs and has begun to recover. He also stressed the importance of the international community's support to help the country promote security and stability.
On the Syria crisis, Sarayrah reaffirmed the need to realize a political solution in Syria to safeguard the country's sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity.
He also outlined Jordan's role in combating terrorism, which tries to distort the image of Islam, pointing out that Islam is based on tolerance, love and acceptance of the other. Jordan is a model of moderation and coexistence between Muslims and Christians, he said.
Muller, for his part, praised the advanced level of the Jordanian-German relations, noting that Germany is seeking to help Jordan overcome challenges resulting from hosting a large number of Syrian refugees.
He also stressed the importance of intensifying efforts of the international community to revive the peace process in the Middle East.
He said that "the solution in Syria is achieved with the help of the super powers", highlighting the importance of alleviating the suffering of the Syrians who have had sought refuge in many countries in the region and Europe.
9/4/2018 - 07:10:07 PM
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You are invited for a spectacular meteor shower!
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) The meteors from this shower can be seen between april 19 and may 28 - peaking may 6.
if you do not have a telescope or binocular do not worry as a meteor shower is something that anyone can enjoy. you may not like to miss the spectacular show of the eta aquarids around may 6. the eta aquarids are a meteor shower associated with halley’s comet. the meteors from this shower can be seen between april 19 and may 28 - peaking may 6. a meteor is small body of matter from outer space that enters the earth’s atmosphere becoming incandescent as a result of friction and appearing as a streak of light. for observers around tropical and southern latitudes the visibility can be a little better than those at the northern hemisphere because of the location of the radiant and the time of sunrise. the radiant is the point in the sky from which the meteors appear to originate. the best way to observe the meteor showers is get ready by midnight and wait outside on a comfortable seat. “if the weather is kind then the astronomical forecast for this year’s eta aquarids display is good” reported discovery news.
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(MENAFN- The Peninsula) The Peninsula
Doha, Qatar: Estithmar announced on Friday that its subsidiary, Elegancia Healthcare, has signed an agreement with the Ministry of Health in Kazakhstan.
The agreement aims to establish a medical hub in the city of Astana, Kazakhstan.
The agreement, signed by Giniyat Azhar, Minister of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Moutaz Al Khayyat, Chairman of Estithmar Holding, aims to meet the growing healthcare needs of the local population while delivering world-class medical services in Kazakhstan.
Moutaz Al-Khayyat, Chairman of Estithmar Holding commented on the partnership, stating:“The agreement signifies our commitment to our global expansion strategy and the provision of developing a world-class healthcare facility in Kazakhstan.”
Al Khayyat also emphasized the importance of the strong and strategic relations between Qatar and Kazakhstan as the foundation for this agreement, highlighting its potential to support the social and economic development of Kazakhstan.
The medical facility will be implemented through a partnership between Elegancia Healthcare and "Cynosure" LLP, under the jurisdiction of the Astana International Financial Centre.
This state-of-the-art medical hub will be equipped with the latest cutting-edge technology and staffed by highly skilled healthcare professionals. It will also offer a comprehensive range of specialized medical services, including diagnostics, in-patient and out-patient treatments, surgeries, and rehabilitation programs.
Elegancia Healthcare has extensive experience in developing and operating healthcare facilities such as the View Hospital in affiliation with Cedars-Sinai which is a modern healthcare institution that focuses on world-class clinical excellence with a mission to become the hospital of choice, providing, the highest, measurable care to its clients. In addition, to the Korean Medical Center being developed in cooperation with world-class Korean medical organisations, among many other international healthcare institutions.
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San Francisco, March 28 (IANS) Twitter CEO Elon Musk on Tuesday said that only verified accounts will be allowed to appear in 'For You recommendations', starting April 15.
Musk tweeted: "Starting April 15, only verified accounts will be eligible to be in For You recommendations. The is the only realistic way to address advanced AI bot swarms taking over. It is otherwise a hopeless losing battle. Voting in polls will require verification for same reason."
"That said, it's ok to have verified bot accounts if they follow terms of service & don't impersonate a human."
Several users expressed their thoughts on Musk's post.
When one user said, "I don't get behind this decision. You need to invest money into talent and AI tech to detect bots on the platform. This isn't the way to go. It could tarnish the platform."
The tech billionaire replied: "My prediction is that this will be the only platform you can trust."
Meanwhile, on Monday, Twitter boss had said that paid verification increases the cost of bots by 10,000 per cent and makes it much easier to identify bots by phone, so paid accounts will be the only social media that matters.
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(MENAFN- Gulf Times) The Nepal government is set to revise the minimum wage of workers. The revision is in line with the labour law which says that minimum wages of workers should be revised every two years. The new pay scale is said to come into effect from the first month of the new fiscal year.
Hinting at the preparations for increasing the wages, Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli, in his congratulatory message on the occasion of International Workers' Day, reiterated the government's commitment to fully
implementing the labour law.
'A large number of youths are compelled to head out of the country and subjected to exploitation due to the lack of appropriate working environment in the country. The government remains sensitive towards the plight of Nepali youths forced to risk their lives in an unknown foreign land and engage in hard labour, the message reads.
If stakeholders — the government, the private sector and trade union officials — fail to fix the minimum wage unanimously, says the labour law, the ministry of labour, employment and social security can unilaterally fix new wages. The law further states that the revised wages are implemented from the first month of the fiscal year unless there is another agreement between the employer and the employee.
Since the law requires wage revision every two years, the government should abide by it, said Bishnu Rimal, former president of General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (Gefont). 'Apart from increasing the minimum wage, the government should also play a proactive role in effectively implementing other provisions mentioned in the law for the betterment of workers, said the chief adviser to
The government last revised the minimum wage for workers in February 2016 to Rs9,700 per month and Rs395 per day. Trade union members have demanded that the amount be increased by at least Rs5,000 to ensure
security of workers.
Rimal said the government should ensure that the monthly minimum wage hovers around Rs15,000. 'If this happens we can bring down the rate of mass exodus of youths to foreign soil seeking employment
Chandra Dhakal, chairman, Employers' Council of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, said the private sector was positive about increasing the minimum wage based on relative valuation. 'There should be no hesitation in revising the wages based on the current time and situation, said Dhakal.
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Mark R. Gleim is an Assistant Professor of Marketing at Auburn University. He previously was an Associate Professor of Marketing in the College of Business and Innovation at the University of Toledo. Mark earned his doctorate from Florida State University.
His research interests include access-based consumption, services marketing, sustainability and marketing strategy. His research has appeared in the Journal of the Academy of Marketing Science, Journal of Retailing, Journal of Service Research, Journal of Business Research, Journal of Marketing Theory & Practice, Marketing Letters and Journal of Consumer Marketing, among other outlets.
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Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], June 14 (ANI): A total of 511 new coronavirus cases were reported in Gujarat in the last 24 hours, taking the total number of cases to 23,590, the state Health Department said on Sunday.
There are 29 fatalities reported in the state during the last 24 hours, added the health department.
"511 fresh COVID-19 cases and 29 deaths reported in Gujarat during the last 24 hours, taking the total number of cases to 23,590 including 16,333 recoveries & 1478 deaths," said state Health Department.
India has reported 3,20,922 coronavirus cases in the country so far. (ANI)


17 Killed, Over 100 Injured in Office Building Explosion in Bangladesh’s Capital
(MENAFN) A massive explosion at an office building in Dhaka’s commercial district has left at least 17 people dead and more than 100 injured. The cause of the blast is not yet known, and authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. Bangladesh has seen numerous fatal building fires and explosions in recent years, which are often attributed to lax safety regulations and enforcement.
The explosion occurred shortly before 5 p.m. local time on Tuesday, shaking the lower floors of a seven-story building in the Gulistan neighborhood, a major hub for wholesale goods. The blast destroyed several floors of the building and caused the side walls to collapse, sending debris and splinters flying into the crowded streets.
Police inspector Bacchu Mia confirmed that 17 people, including two women, had died as a result of the explosion. Over 112 people were treated for head wounds, fractures, and other injuries at the Dhaka Medical College Hospital, where hundreds of doctors and nurses were mobilized to treat the wounded. Some of the injured were sent to other hospitals in the city.
The scale of the damage caused by the explosion has hampered rescue efforts, with Fire Department Chief Brig. Gen. Main Uddin saying that even though rescuers arrived within seven minutes of the blast, they were having difficulty reaching people who may still be trapped inside.
The incident highlights the need for improved safety regulations and enforcement in Bangladesh, which has seen numerous deadly accidents in recent years. Authorities must take action to prevent future incidents and ensure the safety of the country’s citizens.
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Guwahati, Dec 2: Assam reported 222 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, taking the total number of cases in the state to 2,12,998, according to the state government data.
The state also reported 135 discharges, taking the total number of discharges to 2,08,528, while death toll stands at 981 and active cases are at 3,486, as per the official data. India reported 31,118 new COVID-19 infections in the last 24 hours, according to the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare's data on Tuesday.
The overall coronavirus cases reached 94,62,810 including 4,35,603 active cases and 88,89,585 recoveries. With 482 new deaths, the cumulative toll mounted to 1,37,621.


(MENAFN- Trend News Agency)
BAKU, Azerbaijan, Jan.19
By Leman Zeynalova – Trend:
The Trans Adriatic Pipeline (TAP) made it possible for Italy to export gas in the second half of December 2021, Trend reports with reference to Italian media.
“On the last day of 2021, Italy sold 20 million cubic meters of gas abroad, approximately 10 percent of its net consumption, which on stood at 214 million cubic meters on that day. Why can Italy, which is notoriously a large energy importer, afford to export gas even in times of skyrocketing prices? It was possible thanks to TAP, which through its 878 kilometers of length transports about 8 billion cubic meters of gas from Azerbaijan to Puglia, but also thanks to the country's storage system,” say Italian media.
The volume of natural gas transportation from Azerbaijan to Italy via the Trans Adriatic Pipeline from December 31, 2020 to December 31, 2021 stood at 6.8 billion cubic meters.
As the European section of the Southern Gas Corridor, TAP has the capacity to transport approximately 10 billion cubic meters of gas per annum (bcm/a) to several markets in Europe. The pipeline is also designed with the potential to expand its throughput capacity up to 20 bcm/a.
TAP is strategically and economically important to Europe and essential in providing reliable access to a new source of natural gas. TAP plays a significant role in boosting Europe's energy security, supply diversification, as well as decarbonisation objectives.
TAP's shareholding is comprised of bp (20 percent), SOCAR (20 percent), Snam (20 percent), Fluxys (19 percent), Enagás (16 percent) and Axpo (5 percent).
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(MENAFN- Jordan News Agency) Amman, Dec. 3, (Petra)- Royal Jordanian (RJ) on Sunday launched a new global sales campaign as a Christmas Season gift for its customers in this holiday season.
This campaign aims to offer affordable fares, while enjoying the high-quality RJ products.
The "Merry Reasons to Travel" campaign is kicked off in Jordan and all RJ destinations worldwide . Sales will run between Dec. 3 and 14, 2017, for travel scheduled between January 15 and May 10, 2018.
The sales campaign caters to travelers that wish to purchase round-trip, Economy Class tickets, with a stay for a minimum of 3 days and a maximum of one month at the place of destination.
President/CEO, Stefan Pichler, said the airline hopes this season will be merrier with RJ.
"Shop your Christmas gifts with Royal Jordanian. Travel has never been so affordable, with super low fares for everyone, everywhere," he pointed out.
He said the RJ is planning to continue offering great prices, while providing a superior travel experience in the air and on the ground.
"We aim to give everyone the chance to travel on RJ through this and all sale promotions the airline has been running since July this year. Be on the lookout, for we will keep offering very attractive ticket fares," he affirmed.
The "Merry Reasons to Travel" campaign runs in along with RJ's ongoing online Friday offers, known as "Happy Friday".
To benefit from this offer, customers are invited to visit RJ's sales offices or their travel agents, use the RJ mobile app, visit www.rj.com or call the Call Centre at +962 5100000.
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Abu Dhabi, UAE: Tadweer Abu Dhabi Waste ManagementCompany has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Bureau of Environment, Tokyo Metropolitan Government, Japan, in line with the company's proactive approach to enter international partnerships. The agreement will enablethe entities to collaborate on waste management, with a focus on reducing, reusing,and recycling, also known as the '3R' approach, with the aim of optimizing and advancing sustainable practices.
The MoU was signed by the Managing Director and CEO of Tadweer, Eng. Ali Al
Dhaheri and Kurioka Shoichi, Director General of the Bureau of Environment, Tokyo
Eng. Ali Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and CEO of Tadweer, said,“This
agreement marks an important milestone for Tadweer as we showcase our
commitment to collaborating with international partners on waste management. We
will continue to promote the 3R principle – reduce, reuse and recycle – contributing
to the circular economy with the support of global entities, such as the Bureau of
Environment in Tokyo. I look forward to our knowledge exchange, focused on
innovative ideas and leveraging our diverse expertise to accelerate the achievement
of responsible waste solutions.”
The strategic partnership underscores a dedication to exploring innovative solutions
to enhance the efficiency of waste disposal in Abu Dhabi and abroad, providing a
platform to explore world-class recycling technology, solutions and practices, while
ensuring appropriate waste management, disposal, and the creation of policies
fostering a circular economy.
Through this five-year agreement, both parties will leverage their respective
expertise and play key roles in contributing to the development and implementation
of sustainable waste management solutions aligned with the principles of a circular
economy, locally and globally.
Tadweer (Abu Dhabi Waste Management Company), part of ADQ, is the sole
custodian of waste management for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and is committed to
developing an integrated waste management sector and becoming a leader in
extracting value from waste to contribute to national sustainability ambitions.
About the Bureau of Environment, Tokyo Metropolitan Government
The Bureau of Environment, Tokyo Metropolitan Government, as the capital of
Japan, is responsible for environmental administration, including climate change
countermeasures, pollution control measures such as air and water pollution, nature
conservation, and waste management, in order to solve environmental problems
faced by the metropolis.
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By Vugar Khalilov
Azerbaijan is to take legal actions against Armenians, who set
fire to forests in Lachin and Khojaly districts, Azernews reports,
citing Deputy Ecology Minister Firdovsi Aliyev.
The deputy minister vowed that those activities would be
thoroughly reviewed and evaluated in conformity with international
laws. He added that Azerbaijan strongly condemns scenes of setting
fire to the woodlands as shown on video clips made in Lachin and
Khojaly in recent days and considers them ecocide.
Aliyev emphasized that Armenia's eco-terror against Azerbaijan
is still ongoing.
'Armenians who illegally settled on the territory of Azerbaijan
continue to carry out ecological terror against our people, our
nature, and natural resources, as well as against humanity as a
whole. The Armenians, unlimited to burning the forests of Jabrayil,
Zangilan, Gubadly, Kalbajar, and the city of Shusha during the
occupation, are now harming the environment by burning our forests
in Khojaly and Lachin. These actions are a direct confirmation of
the hostile attitude towards nature. In addition, they thereby
demonstrate that they have nothing in common with these
territories,' he said.
New images and videos exposing the devastation of Azerbaijani
lands have been circulating on social media for many days. A video
was released showing Armenians setting fire to the woodlands in
Azerbaijan's Lachin District. This once again demonstrates
Armenians' disregard for international law.
Armenians committed the same crime before departing Azerbaijan's
Kalbajar District, which was agreed to be handed over to Azerbaijan
in line with the trilateral statement by the Azerbaijani, Armenian
and Russian leaders on November 10, 2020.
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Beirut: The General Authority of Customs (GAC), through the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), provided a shipment of aid to the Lebanese Customs as a continuation of the humanitarian response implemented by the State of Qatar in the Lebanese Republic following the Beirut Port explosion disaster.
The aid shipment was received by several diplomats at the Embassy of the State of Qatar to the Lebanese Republic, and Lebanese customs officials. The signing ceremony for the handover agreement was attended by Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Lebanese Republic H E Mohammed Hassan Jaber Al Jaber, the embassy counselor Ali Al Mutawa, First Secretary Ali Al Athba, and Second Secretary Ahmed Al Obaidli.
From the Lebanese side, Chairman of the Supreme Council of Customs Brigadier Assaad Toufayli, Acting Director-General of Lebanon Customs Raymond El Khoury, and Head of Customs' Studies Department Khalil Al Khoury attended the handover ceremony.
Mohammed Hassan Jaber Al Jaber reiterated the State of Qatar's standing by Lebanon, the continuation of assisting and the completion of the projects that were announced to alleviate the economic and health crisis and support the Lebanese people to overcome the ordeals facing their country, especially after the Beirut Port explosion disaster.
The Ambassador expressed his hope that Lebanon would regain its health and its pioneering position thanks to the will of the Lebanese and the assistance of friendly countries.
Brigadier Assaad Toufayli thanked the State of Qatar, represented by QFFD and GAC, stressing that this aid reflects the bonds of brotherhood between the two countries and the spirit of cooperation to overcome the most difficult ordeals, especially after the destruction of the customs administration's offices and equipment as a result of the port explosion.
He said this aid will contribute to supporting and facilitating customs work to improve all its services
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) The State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection addressed the European Commission's Directorate-General for Health and Food Safety with a proposal to consider the possibility of launching Ukrainian potato exports to the European Union.
'Ukraine fulfills its commitments under the EU–Ukraine Association Agreement, in particular, to adapt national legislation to the European potato growing sector legislation. We will continue to make every effort to open the EU market for Ukrainian potato growers,' said Vladyslava Mahaletska, Head of the State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection, during a meeting with representatives of the Ukrainian Association of Potato Producers.
Ukraine and the European colleagues are currently discussing the need to appoint in 2022 an inspection of European experts to launch the Ukrainian potato exports to the EU.
Ukraine is the fourth-largest potato producer in the world after China, India, and Russia. Ukraine also ranks 2nd worldwide in terms of per capita consumption of this product after Belarus. Ukrainians eat 139 kg of potatoes per person per year, while the world average is 33 kg per person per year.
In 2020, the gross yield of potatoes increased by 2.9% compared to 2019 and reached 20.9 million tonnes. At the same time, the area for potato planting also increased by 1.3% up to 1,325,000 hectares, showing an increase in yield compared to the previous year.
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PARIS, Jan 24 (NNN-AGENCIES) - France repatriated 15 women and 32 children held in Kurdish-control prison camps in northeastern Syria, the French foreign ministry said Tuesday.
“The minors were handed over to the services in charge of child assistance and will be subject to medical and social monitoring,” the ministry said in a statement.
It added that“the adults have been handed over to the competent judicial authorities”.
Over the past decade, thousands of extremists in Europe travelled to Syria to become fighters with the Daesh group (IS), often taking their families to live in the self-declared“caliphate” it set up in territory seized in Iraq and Syria.
Since the“caliphate” fell in 2019, the return of family members of fighters who were captured or killed has been a thorny issue for European countries.
The return announced Tuesday - which was committed due to pressure from humanitarian organisations - is France's third large-scale repatriation.
The previous one was in October last year, when Paris repatriated 15 women and 40 children, and in July, when 16 mothers and 35 minors were returned.
The women and children repatriated Tuesday were in the Roj camp in northeast Syria under Kurdish administration, located about 15 kilometres from the Iraqi and Turkish borders.
The French authorities thanked“the local administration in northeastern Syria for its cooperation, which made this operation possible”.
Tuesday's operation comes shortly after the UN Committee against Torture condemned France for failing to repatriate French nationals from prison camps in northeastern Syria. - NNN-AGENCIES
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland has authorized the first-ever transfer of forfeited funds of Russian oligarchs for the rebuilding of Ukraine.
According to Ukrinform, he said this in Washington on Friday, February 3, at a meeting with Ukraine's Prosecutor General Andriy Kostin.
Garland recalled that the U.S. Congress had given 'the Justice Department new authority to transfer certain assets we have seized from Russian oligarchs for the rebuilding of Ukraine.'
'Today I am announcing that I have authorized the first-ever transfer of forfeited Russian assets for use in Ukraine,' he said, adding that the assets were seized after the announcement he made last April of the indictment of designated Russian oligarch Konstantin Malofeyev on charges of sanctions evasions. Garland said that at that time, he also announced the seizure of millions of dollars from an account of an U.S. financial institution traced to Malofeyev's sanctions evasions.
He recalled that the day before, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York decided to seize these funds in favor of the United States.
'With my authorization today, the forfeited funds will next be transferred to the State Department to support the people of Ukraine,' Garland said.
According to him, the Justice Department will continue to hold accountable Russian oligarchs and other individuals whose criminal acts enable the Russian government to continue its unprovoked war against Ukraine.
'We will continue to work closely with our international partners in support of investigation and prosecution of the atrocities that have occurred during this war,' he added.
On February 2, a U.S. court decided to confiscate $5.4 million from sanctioned Russian oligarch Konstantin Malofeyev, paving the way for the funds to be used to rebuild Ukraine.
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You got a nice couch, some decorative pieces, a coffee table, and other things to make your living room comfortable. But it is also important to make it look inviting. Adding a dash of bright colors to the room can do that. Keeping it subtle and not going overboard is the key. Here are a few ways to add more color to your space.
Number 1 Place a large mirror with a bright frame
Have an empty space in the living room? Place a large mirror here. But instead of choosing silver or plain white, go for one that has a brightly colored frame. With muted colors all around it, the mirror will stand out and will become the center showpiece in your room. A mirror will also make the room look bigger.
Number 2 Add some colored cushions, carpet or a throw
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Russian troops are most active in Slobozhansky and Donetsk directions.
'The aggressor continues active hostilities in the Eastern Operational Zone, fires along the entire line of contact and tries to advance deep into our defenses. The greatest activity of the occupiers is observed in Slobozhansky and Donetsk directions,' Ukraine's Defense Ministry Spokesperson Oleksandr Motuzianyk said during a briefing at Ukraine Media Center–Ukrinform.
According to him, Russian army units regroup in Kharkiv direction and try to prevent further advance of Ukrainian troops towards the state border of Ukraine. To this end, the invaders continue artillery fire on Ukrainian units to inflict losses on manpower, weapons, and military equipment.
In Donetsk region, groups of Russian troops conduct active hostilities in Lyman, Sievierodonetsk, Popasna, Bakhmut, Avdiivka, Kurakhove, and Novopavlivsk directions, aiming to establish control over Rubizhne and capture Lyman, Sievierodonetsk, and Marinka. Read also:
Ukraine Army destroy
s about 26,650 enemy troops and 1,195 tanks
In Lyman direction, the enemy focused its efforts on creating a bridgehead in the area of Bilohorivka and preparing an offensive on Lysychansk.
In Sievierodonetsk direction, the invaders conduct an offensive towards Kudryashivka - Sievierodonetsk.
There are active hostilities in Kurakhove direction towards Oleksandrivka – Marinka.
In Mariupol direction, the main efforts of the invaders are focused on blocking Ukrainian units in the area of the Azovstal steelworks.
In Zaporizhzhia direction, the enemy holds its positions and fires on Ukrainian troops along the entire line of contact, including from heavy artillery and MLRS.
Motuzianyk noted that the threat of missile and air strikes from the territory of Belarus remained.
He also added that the enemy tried to increase its military presence on Zmiinyi Island to block the maritime communications of Ukraine. The enemy strengthens the air defense system on the west coast of the Crimean peninsula. In particular, S-300V anti-aircraft missile system was deployed in Chornomorske area (Cape Tarkhankut).
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Ukraine expects to cooperate with the Kingdom of Cambodia in matters of humanitarian demining of Ukraine's territory, as well as assistance in training specialists, searching for donors, interaction between relevant state institutions and the exchange of experience in this sector.
Yuliia Svyrydenko, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy of Ukraine, said this during a video conference with Heng Ratana, Director General of the Cambodian Mine Action Centre, Ukrinform reports with reference to the ministry's press service .
"Cambodia's experience in the field of humanitarian demining is extremely useful for us, we will study it. Ukraine is interested in continuing and expanding the training programs for our sappers, as well as in cooperation in the humanitarian demining sector in other areas, including the exchange of experience regarding the organization of the process, prioritization of works, involvement of donors, mine action operators," said Svyrydenko. Read also: Explosive ordnance detonates in man's hands in Kherson region
According to her, about 3,000 sappers from governmental and non-governmental organizations now conduct inspections and demining, with more than 20 vehicles involved. Given the scale of the task of cleaning up the Ukrainian land - about 174,000 square kilometers are considered potentially contaminated - these capacities are insufficient.
Yulia Svyrydenko also briefed the Director General of the Cambodian Mine Action Centre about the development of Ukraine's Mine Action Strategy and invited experts from Cambodia to participate in the work of the groups developing the strategy, in particular to give a professional assessment of the document.
As reported, Ukraine is now the most mined country, it will take decades to completely demine it. According to the Slovak think-tank, about 30 percent of Ukraine's territory requires clearance from explosives. The World Bank estimates that demining Ukraine, which costs between $2 and $8 per square meter, will cost $37.4 billion.
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ADELANTO, Calif., Jan. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For Integrated National Resources/WeedGenics, 2022 was yet another successful year of growth and increasing profitability. Expansions continue for this industry-leading corporation, which kicked off 2023 by adding another series of grow houses in Adelanto, CA. The company has begun strategically moving into the Oklahoma market as well.
INR/WeedGenics first expanded its interests to Adelanto, CA, in 2021 with its five-phase, ultra-modern cannabis cultivation facility rollout, while also transitioning to a 'seed-to-sale' vertical integration business model. Internally referred to as 'Adelanto 2,' another series of five grow houses will be added to Integrated National Resources' expanding cultivation portfolio. The first of these five new cultivation additions will be open and producing by the end of 2023's first quarter.
Regarding INR/WeedGenics branching out to Oklahoma: the construction of a facility is now underway in Waurika. This much-anticipated move will bring with it new opportunities to serve Oklahoma's communities.
Expect 2023 to also be a year of exciting partnerships with notable influencers in the worlds of cannabis, music, entertainment, and beyond that are sure to shake up this explosive growth industry.
For more information, visit weedgenics.com and/or email n , plus follow them on their official Twitter @weed_genics .
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Summit focus: Growing small businesses
Cities and local business groups can do much to help small businesses in their area grow.
And it doesn't take much at first, said Dave Ivan, community and economic development specialist with the Michigan State University Extension. Ivan's remarks came during the Detroit Lakes Regional Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Summit at Minnesota State Community and Technical College-Detroit Lakes.
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(MENAFN) In a fiery address at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), former United States President Donald Trump positioned himself as the last line of defense against what he predicted as the impending collapse of America if Joe Biden secures a second term in the White House. Trump asserted that a victory for Biden in the 2024 election would lead to the nation sinking to unimaginable levels, stating, "Our country is being destroyed, and the only thing standing between you and its obliteration is me."
Trump, who is currently the leading Republican candidate in polls for the upcoming presidential election, criticized Biden's mental state and claimed that the president is surrounded by "some very bad fascists" intentionally contributing to the destruction of the United States, partly through open borders. He warned of dire consequences, foreseeing a surge in illegal immigration, estimating that the number of undocumented migrants could exceed 40 to 50 million people under four more years of Biden's leadership.
Highlighting the potential collapse of crucial pillars like Medicare, Social Security, healthcare, and public education, Trump painted a bleak picture of America's future under extended Democratic rule. The former president pledged to launch the largest deportation campaign in United States history if he regains the presidency, vowing to address what he described as the killing of the country by illegal immigrants.
Trump's dire warnings and promises of drastic action contribute to the escalating rhetoric surrounding the upcoming presidential election. The ex-president's narrative underscores his belief in his unique role as the nation's savior, framing the election as a pivotal moment to prevent what he perceives as the inevitable obliteration of the United States under a second Biden term.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Uncrewed craft circles planet 1,300 times for high-res photos of Martian south pole, canyons, volcanoes By Reuters
Published: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 11:00 AM
Last updated: Wed 29 Jun 2022, 11:02 AM
An uncrewed Chinese spacecraft has acquired imagery data covering all of Mars, including visuals of its south pole, after circling the planet more than 1,300 times since early last year, state media reported on Wednesday.
China's Tianwen-1 successfully reached the Red Planet in February 2021 on the country's inaugural mission there. A robotic rover has since been deployed on the surface as an orbiter surveyed the planet from space.
Among the images taken from space were China's first photographs of the Martian south pole, where almost all of the planet's water resources are locked.
In 2018, an orbiting probe operated by the European Space Agency had discovered water under the ice of the planet's south pole.
Locating subsurface water is key to determining the planet's potential for life, as well as providing a permanent resource for any human exploration there.
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Other Tianwen-1 images include photographs of the 4,000-kilometre (2,485-mile) long canyon Valles Marineris, and impact craters of highlands in the north of Mars known as Arabia Terra.
Tianwen-1 also sent back high-resolution imagery of the edge of the vast Maunder crater, as well as a top-down view of the 18,000-metre (59,055-foot) Ascraeus Mons, a large shield volcano first detected by NASA's Mariner 9 spacecraft more than five decades ago.
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Published: Mon 15 Aug 2022, 10:46 AM
Passengers travelling from Dubai have been advised to check their flight status as some flights are delayed or cancelled due to inclement weather in the UAE.
Budget carrier flydubai issued an advisory on Monday, asking travellers to allow extra time for their journey to the airport.
“Due to the adverse weather in Dubai, some of our flights are delayed or have been cancelled. So, before you set off for the airport, please check the status of your flight (at the flydubai website),” the Dubai-based carrier said in a statement on its Facebook page on Monday.
The UAE has been witnessing dusty weather since Sunday morning, disrupting flight operations yesterday. Since the weather is expected to remain cloudy and dusty on Monday as well, passengers are asked to keep themselves abreast of flight schedules.
On Sunday, Dubai Airports confirmed that normal operations at Dubai International (DXB) were disrupted due to poor weather conditions resulting in the diversion of 10 inbound flights to Dubai World Central (DWC) and other neighbouring airports.
Adverse weather conditions in Dubai also caused delays to a number of flydubai inbound and outbound flights on Sunday.
Flydubai said if the flight has been cancelled, passengers can contact their travel agent or visit its website to rebook or arrange a refund.
“Please allow extra time for your journey to the airport. We want you to know that our teams are working hard to get you to where you want to be,” it said.
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Apple to hire techies from Indian colleges, for first time
05 Nov 2017
In a first, Apple is set to come to an Indian college campus to hire talent. It will start with the International Institute of Information Technology-Hyderabad (IIIT-H).
There's no clarity about what profiles Apple will offer. However, the college noted AI, automation, data science and deep learning skills are in demand.
This comes even as Apple's India revenue doubled year-on-year for the September quarter.
Apple likely to hire for Hyderabad and Bengaluru facilities
About 350 BTech, MTech and MSc students have already registered for IIIT-H's placement session which will begin in December.
Apple is likely to hire for its Hyderabad and Bengaluru facilities. Apart from it, Google, Microsoft and Philips are among the top companies that have registered.
The college says students with knowledge of application-specific integrated circuit and 2D-3D graphic are likely to get placements.
IIIT-H had recorded 100% placement last year
Last time, 116 companies registered for placement at the IIT-H and the college secured 100% placement. For Masters grads, average salaries ranged between Rs. 14-17.7LPA, and Rs. 13.4-18.8LPA for BTech grads. "Our students are among the most sought after by the technology/product industry."
Apple's India expansion plans still hang in uncertainty
Meanwhile, Apple CEO Tim Cook said two days ago that India revenue doubled year-on-year for the quarter ending September; iPad sales also grew 39%.
Though it started local manufacturing of the iPhone SE in May through a partnership with a contract vendor, it hasn't scaled up.
The government hasn't yet agreed to its demand for tax incentives and other benefits for local manufacturing.
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(MENAFN) China's economy exhibited signs of recovery in October with notable improvements in factory output and retail sales, according to government reports released on Wednesday. Factory output experienced a 4.6 percent year-on-year increase, while retail sales surged by 7.6 percent, driven by robust spending during the weeklong National Day holidays. Despite these positive indicators, the real estate sector continued to face challenges, with a significant 9.3 percent decline in investment. Officials acknowledged that the property industry is still undergoing adjustment following a crackdown on excessive borrowing by developers two years ago, coupled with the lingering effects of the pandemic.
The report highlighted the ongoing struggles in the real estate sector, which has been a focal point for economic policymakers. The industry's decline has persisted, impacting investment levels as the government aims to address issues of excessive debt and speculative practices. While manufacturing, retail, and other sectors have shown signs of recovery, the sluggish performance of real estate remains a notable concern.
The data also reflect the lower rates of growth a year earlier during the disruptions caused by the pandemic. China's leaders abandoned their "zero-COVID" policies aimed at preventing infections nearly a year ago, leading to improvements in economic data from October onwards. The overall recovery from the pandemic in China has been inconsistent, with recent activity experiencing a revival, prompting economists to revise growth estimates for this year, exceeding the government's target of about 5 percent.
Despite the positive economic indicators, China faced a slowdown during the summer as global demand for exports waned, and the property sector faced further challenges. In the third quarter, the economy expanded at a 4.9 percent annual pace, surpassing analysts' forecasts but still notably slower than the 6.3 percent growth rate in the previous quarter.
The resurgence in economic activity in China coincides with President Xi Jinping's meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden on the sidelines of a Pacific Rim summit in California. The mixed signals in economic data underline the complexities and challenges facing China's ongoing recovery efforts.
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(MENAFN- Bangladesh Monitor) Dhaka: Chiefs of many major US carriers met White House officials online on February 12 to urge them against requiring coronavirus tests for passengers on domestic flights. It would hamper the already fragile industry, was the defense of the airline executives.
According to an airline spokesperson, the Biden administration is not eyeing imposing a coronavirus test requirement for passengers on domestic flights. During a press briefing on February 12, White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki confirmed the matter, saying,“reports that there is an intention to put in place new (travel) requirements such as testing are not accurate.”
The airline chiefs spoke to White House coronavirus-response coordinator Jeff Zients, according to reports. The Chief Executive Officers of American, United, Southwest, Alaska, and JetBlue all took part in the meeting which was arranged after Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and officials of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said that such a testing requirement was under consideration.
“We had a very positive, constructive conversation focused on our shared commitment to science-based policies as we work together to end the pandemic, restore air travel and lead our nation toward recovery,” said Nick Calio, Head of the trade group Airlines for America, in a statement.
Airlines are worrying that the additional cost of corona tests would further discourage passengers from flying and hamper the already weak aviation industry since it is yet to even return to half of its pre-pandemic level.
Furthermore, the airlines claim there is not enough testing capacity to test every passenger. Figures from the Transportation Security Administration state , over a million people, went through checkpoints at US airports on February 11.
On the other hand, the aviation industry officials claim the move of mandating corona tests for passengers might further push people to consider driving instead of flying – causing a shift in the risk of corona spread to cars from planes.
Not only airline officials but also unions have now joined this push against testing domestic passengers in the United States.
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(MENAFN – La Poste) MASERU -HACKERS attacked the government’s financial system and stopped payments last week.
The attack sparked panic among senior government officials, including ministers, who feared losing crucial data and money.
Finance Minister Thabo Sofonea told parliament on Monday that the Integrated Financial Management and Information System (IFMIS), the government’s payment system, was paralyzed from Wednesday to Friday last week.
Sofonea said police were investigating. However, it is doubtful whether the police are up to the task, given the complex nature of cybercrime.
IFMIS provides an integrated computerized financial package for efficient and transparent public resource management by automating budget management and the government accounting system.
IFMIS is the cornerstone of government financial transactions. Without it, the government cannot pay wages, buy products and pay suppliers.
Sofonea said he realized the problem last Wednesday when the government’s payments system was in disarray.
âBut I was informed on Thursday that everything had stopped and we couldn’t process any payments nationwide,â Sofonea said.
He said the attack started from a machine when an ad was opened.
âSome people in the public service were drawn to the ad and when they opened it, unaware that it was dangerous bait, the whole system was hacked,â he said. .
He said all the machines were forced to come to a complete stop.
He said the police had launched investigations “to find out whether it was done maliciously or not.”
He also said that from now on they will make sure their firewalls are protected and never leave loopholes for hackers.
âThe system is now cleaned up to return to normal,â he said.
He said that for now operations have resumed and things will return to normal soon.
âThe Tanzanian experts are there to help you and they are already at work.
He said that all Microsoft software files were corrupted and could not open at the time.
The minister said, however, that he did not believe that “sensitive information was lost in the process”.
“We even use it in the district accounting sub-offices,” he said.
“I’m sure we’ll try to improve our security.”
He said they get wise when things like this happen and realize there are some windows for Plan B options.
âThis has been a wake-up call for us as hackers try to hack into systems. “
He also said their main fear was losing all of their information, including paid and unpaid government suppliers.
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Published: Fri 3 Feb 2023, 8:41 PM
Last updated: Fri 3 Feb 2023, 9:21 PM
Ranjit Kumar Pal, a Nepali expat based in Qatar, won Dh23 million in the Series 248 of Big Ticket raffle draw held in Abu Dhabi.
Pal won with his ticket number 232936, which was bought on January 16.
He provided two contact numbers while buying the ticket but both were constantly busy as the show host tried to call him.
“His friends are already calling him,” host Richard said.
“It's been three months now that we haven't been able to get hold of the winner on the night.”
The next month's draw will be held on March 3 with a grand prize of Dh15 million.
Ticket purchases can be made online through the Big Ticket website or by visiting the in-store counters at Abu Dhabi International Airport and Al Ain Airport
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Doha: Egypt's Aly Abou Eleinen continued his fine form at the PSA Challenger QSF #4 event, shocking second seed Omar Mosaad in a five-game thriller at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex yesterday.
The unseeded 22-year-old, who stunned Qatar's Abdulla Mohd Al Tamimi in the last-16 stage, defeated his compatriot Mosaad 9-11, 11-4, 11-13, 16-14, 11-7 in 66 minutes to book semi-final with Leonel Cardenas. The fourth-seeded Mexican progressed after dispatching Pakistan's Tayyab Aslam 21-19, 11-4, 11-2 (34 minutes) in the other quarter-final.
Meanwhile, top seed Victor Crouin of France and India's Ramit Tandon will face off in the first semi-final of the event today.
Yesterday, Crouin registered an 11-7, 8-11, 11-7, 11-7 win over Egypt's Mazen Gamal in 49 minutes while fifth seed Tandon advanced after a hard-fought 11-9, 5-11, 11-8, 4-11, 11-8 victory over Egypt's Karim El Hammamy. The match lasted 73 minutes.
The semi-finals will begin at 6pm.
Aly Abou Eleinen (EGY) bt.  Omar Mosaad (EGY)3-2: 9-11, 11-4, 11-13, 16-14, 11-7 (66m)
 Leonel Cardenas (MEX) bt.  Tayyab Aslam (PAK)3-0: 21-19, 11-4, 11-2 (34m)
 Ramit Tandon (IND) bt.  Karim El Hammamy (EGY)3-2: 11-9, 5-11, 11-8, 4-11, 11-8 (73m)
 Victor Crouin (FRA) bt. Mazen Gamal (EGY)3-1: 11-7, 8-11, 11-7, 11-7 (49m)
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(MENAFN) Activists are calling for action from the United Kingdom Home Office after a disturbing incident where a baby's birth certificate, sent with a passport application, was allegedly returned with the word 'Israel' scribbled out. The Israeli-born parents, seeking a United Kingdom passport for their six-month-old daughter, reportedly sent the required documents to the Home Office two weeks ago. Upon receiving the papers, they discovered the birth certificate had been defaced, with the document ripped and the word 'Israel' crossed out in the section containing information about the baby's father.
The Campaign Against Antisemitism, an organization monitoring hate crime against Jewish people in Britain, brought attention to the incident in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday.
The group expressed concern over the defacement, sharing a photo of the apparent damage and highlighting the distress of the parents. They called on the Home Office to thoroughly investigate the case, emphasizing the need to restore confidence in the authorities, especially given the low levels of trust among affected communities.
Home Secretary James Cleverly responded to the incident, promising an urgent investigation and assuring that appropriate action would be taken. The Campaign Against Antisemitism appreciated Cleverly's swift response and expressed readiness to await the results of the inquiry.
This incident adds to growing concerns about rising anti-Semitic incidents in the United Kingdom, with the Community Security Trust reporting an all-time high since Israel's military operation in Gaza. The defacement of a baby's birth certificate underscores the urgency of addressing anti-Semitism and ensuring the security and confidence of affected communities in the country.
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