(MENAFN) Khaled Al-Issawi, the Director of the Gulf and Near East Region at the International Air Transport Association (IATA), highlighted the current challenges facing the production of sustainable aviation fuel, revealing that it constitutes less than 1 percent of the sector's requirements. Despite a significant increase in production rates, which tripled in 2023 compared to the previous year, the demand still outpaces supply. This surge in production led to substantial investments in the field, with airlines committing to purchasing available quantities in the market.
Speaking to the Emirates News Agency, WAM, during the third ICAO conference on aviation and alternative fuels, Al-Issawi emphasized that achieving substantial growth in sustainable aviation fuel production necessitates government support, encouragement of investments in this crucial sector, and a focus on developing human resources. He pointed out that the current levels of sustainable aviation fuel are insufficient to support the required trends, and high prices further complicate the situation.
Al-Issawi noted the positive development of a consensus among major stakeholders in the field, including airlines, government agencies, and production entities. This consensus, he believes, could lead to the formulation of necessary recommendations for the industry.
Addressing the aviation sector's goal of achieving zero emissions by 2050, Al-Issawi stated that approximately 500 million tons of sustainable aviation fuel would be required at that time. He underscored the significance of the third ICAO conference, particularly its focus on sustainable aviation fuel as a fundamental element for the aviation sector to attain the zero-emission target in 2050. According to Al-Issawi, the path to zero emissions relies heavily on surpassing a 65 percent threshold for the use of alternative fuels.
Anticipating the results of the conference, Al-Issawi expressed hope for recommendations that align with the industry's objectives, emphasizing the need for increased production levels of sustainable aviation fuel.
In terms of global travel, Al-Issawi highlighted that movement has rebounded to over 97 percent of pre-pandemic levels worldwide, exceeding 100 percent in the Middle East region, with some countries even surpassing 2019 levels. He expects the growth trajectory in travel movement to persist into the next year. Regarding Emirates, he noted that it has surpassed its pre-pandemic levels by significant margins.
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DUBAI, 22nd September, 2022 (WAM) -- The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has organised a special workshop in Dubai to discuss the National Strategy for Nursing and Midwifery 2022-2026 and its roadmap.
The five-day workshop, which was hosted by MoHAP's National Committee for Nursing and Midwifery Affairs, aimed to develop implementation, follow-up, and evaluation methods to ensure the optimal execution of the strategy in collaboration with all parties and strategic partners, once approved by the Cabinet.
Senior health officials from the UAE and abroad have taken part in the workshop, including Prof. Rowaida Al Maaitah, Consultant for Her Royal Highness Princess Muna Al Hussein for Health and Social Development, Ahmed Ali Al Dashti, Assistant Under-Secretary for the Support Services Sector at MoHAP; and Dr. Sumaya Mohammed Al Blooshi, Head of the National Committee for Nursing and Midwifery Affairs and Director of Nursing-Emirates Health Services.
Also present were representatives of strategic partners, legislative, health, and academic bodies in the country, as well as a number of international experts in the field of nursing and midwifery.
The event kicked off with a speech delivered by Al Dashti on behalf of Dr Mohammed Salim Al Olama, Under-Secretary of MoHAP, in which he underlined the significance of promoting the nursing and midwifery professions. He noted that MoHAP attaches utmost attention to these two professions in particular thanks not only to their vital role in society, but also to them being the beating heart of the health care sector and the backbone of all health facilities.
For his part, Dr. Yousif Mohammed Al Serkal, Director-General of Emirates Health Services (EHS), stated that the National Nursing and Midwifery Strategy has been developed in accordance with the wise leadership's directives, which focus on investing in national cadres and talents and strengthening their contributions to advancing and maintaining development efforts in all important areas, particularly in the health sector.
According to Dr. Sumaya Al Blooshi, the workshop covered different topics most notably the national regulatory frameworks for nursing and midwifery, which include the scope of practice, standards of functional and specialised competencies, rules of professional conduct, and patients' rights. In addition to addressing ways to upgrade the strategy, the workshop also touched on the standards and policies that support nursing specialties and professional development.
Wedad Bu Hamid, Director of the Government Communication Department at MoHAP, also took part in the workshop, where she reviewed MoHAP's media strategies developed for promoting the National Nursing and Midwifery Strategy, raising the level of public understanding of the value of the two professions, and attracting national cadres to meet the community's growing health needs.
Bu Hamid added that the ministry has put in place forward-looking plans to enhance the attractiveness of the nursing and midwifery professions through initiatives and programmes to be implemented until 2026.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times)
Published: Thu 26 Jan 2023, 9:30 AM
A gang of six Asians and Arabs was sentenced to six months in jail for posing as policemen and robbing a saffron seller of Dh470,000 in Dubai.
The merchant filed a case in October, saying that the gang assaulted him while he was at his home in the emirate's Naif area. He said three people knocked on his door, claiming they were policemen and showing a green card as a 'badge'.
The trio then barged into his house, asking him questions about what he did for a living and where he kept his money, the victim told the court. As he answered the queries, he took out the Dh470,000 cash from his room and showed it to them.
The gang quickly grabbed the money, with one person beating him up and locking him up in his room. Then, they fled the scene, court records show.
A team of investigators was able to identify one Gulf national as a member of the gang, and the money was found in his possession. During the interrogation, he confessed to the crime and told the police where the other gang members could be found.
The rest was arrested and all of them admitted to the robbery.
The Dubai Criminal Court found the defendants guilty and ordered their deportation after serving their jail term.
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(MENAFN- Asia Times) In recent days, the Ukrainian military claims to have destroyed or irretrievably damaged two Russian aircraft over the contested ground of Zaporizhzhia oblast.
The role of these aircraft is to provide the Russian military – particularly its ground force – with certain capabilities. These include the ability to coordinate air and ground forces, observe and track targets of opportunities and provide real-time aerial intelligence.
Russia's ability to perform these functions has now been significantly degraded. While the loss of individual aircraft will not have a decisive effect on Russian capabilities in the long term, it will make the application of air power and the ability to conduct operations on the ground, both offensive and defensive, more difficult in the short term.
The good news for Russia's military is that it is winter, so things are fairly static on the ground at the moment because of the harsh weather. But this may be outweighed by other considerations. Most importantly, Russia is understood to have a limited stock of these aircraft types – and the Russian industrial base has a limited capacity to replace them.
Expensive and hard to replace
The Beriev A-50 is an airborne early-warning and control aircraft that first entered service in 1985. Its primary function is to track up to 300 targets simultaneously within a range of 180 miles using its onboard radar systems. These can be on land, or at sea or in the air.
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(MENAFN- The Conversation) Junior Research Fellow, Queen's College / Department of Politics and International Relations, University of Oxford Profile Articles Activity
My research concentrates on global governance and survey methods. Through my work, I aim to find out how people want the world to be governed, and to help other scholars conduct better public opinion research. Before joining Queen's, I held postdoctoral fellowships at the universities of Lund and Maastricht. A former management consultant at Bain & Company, I also worked at the German Foreign Ministry, for the President of the European Parliament, and at the United Nations headquarters in New York. I hold a DPhil in International Relations from the University of Oxford, an MA in Global Affairs from Yale University, and a BSc in Management from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).
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(MENAFN- UzSAMA) World Conference on Early Childhood Care and Education opens in Tashkent
Tashkent, 15 November 2022 – Today the President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev addressed a welcoming speech to the delegates of the World Conference on Early Childhood Care and Education which is being held this week in Tashkent.
President Mirziyoyev emphasized the extreme importance of the conference and the Tashkent Declaration to be approved as its follow-up along with Obligations on Transforming Early Childhood Care and Education. The President proposed to establish a UNESCO Category II Institute for coordination of actions in the field of education in Tashkent, and committed that the country’s leadership will extend comprehensive support to the initiative.
“The number of educators and teachers has increased threefold and reached 160,000. Furthermore, practical work has been undertaken to improve the qualifications of more than 160,000 educational personnel. This, in turn, provided an opportunity to increase the number of children receiving education and training in kindergartens from 600,000 to 2 million, the rate of children’s coverage increased to 70%”, noted Shavkat Mirziyoyev.
UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay also delivered a welcoming address to the delegates.
"Uzbekistan is the country with geography and history that gifted us such world famous cities as Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva. From the earliest times this country distinguished itself with its striving towards scientific knowledge. Avicenna and Al-Khorezmi to whom we owe a tribute for algebra became symbols of these efforts.
"Therefore, leadership traditions go together with commitment to education. His Excellency President Mirziyoyev prioritizing preschool education and care ensured more than twofold increase of enrollment in preschool education in just a few years – from 27% in 2017 to 67% in 2021", said Madam Azoulay.
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(MENAFN- Colombo Gazette)
Sri Lanka told the UN General Assembly (UNGA) that freedom of expression cannot be abused and must be within the constitutional order.
Foreign Minister Ali Sabry told the UNGA at the ongoing 77th Session that Sri Lanka unconditionally recognize the fact that one has a fundamental right to
the freedom of expression, which is treated as being sacrosanct.
“However, it must also be appreciated that, this freedom must be within the constitutional order, and must be exercised having regard to one's fundamental duty to express oneself within the confines of the law,” the Minister added.
The Minister said that Sri Lanka remains cognizant of and acutely sensitive to the events that have taken place in the recent past.
“The Government is extremely sensitive to the socio-economic hardships faced by our people. We are pleased to have reached a staff level understanding with the IMF. We have put in place measures to protect the vulnerable segments of society and will endeavor to ensure that these economic reforms will have a minimum impact on their lives. Our institutions and society have demonstrated remarkable resilience in the face of very difficult circumstances,” he said.
In his speech the Minister also noted that Sri Lanka was a victim of terrorism for several decades.
He said that terrorists' choice of targets, methods of financing and radicalization as well as the use of new technologies as weapons has been constantly evolving.
“Legislative measures and law enforcement mechanisms must be put in place to counter radical ideologies leading to violent extremism and to curb the terrorists' use and abuse of the internet and social media platforms. At the same time it is necessary to develop the critical thinking capacity of youth, strengthen community bonds, foster a sense of civic responsibility, and build community resilience to mitigate the effects and influences of violent extremist ideology leading to terrorism,” he added.
Highlighting Sri Lanka's commitments to the targets of the Paris Agreement and its aim of reducing emissions to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, he called on the world's largest emitters of greenhouse gases to fulfil their commitments and assist developing nations in adaptation and mitigation measures. (Colombo Gazette)
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(MENAFN) In a press conference on Monday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin reiterated that the Taiwan question is exclusively China's internal affair, emphasizing that the key to stability and peace in the Taiwan Strait lies in the 'one-China principle.' This statement comes in response to French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna's recent remarks urging calm and stability in the Taiwan Strait, highlighting the global need to avoid a new crisis.
The context of these statements unfolds against the backdrop of escalating tensions, with reports surfacing that Australia has accused China of endangering its navy divers during an operation in international waters in November. Canberra alleged that a Chinese warship emitted hazardous sonar waves near Australian divers despite repeated warnings. Beijing swiftly denied all accusations, dismissing them as "completely unfounded."
Wang's comments echo China's consistent stance on the Taiwan issue, referencing the spokesperson for China's State Council for Taiwan Affairs Office, Chen Binhua, who declared last week that "Taiwan independence means war." The spokesman emphasized that the fundamental anchor for peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait is the adherence to the one-China principle.
"We hope relevant parties will adhere to the one-China principle, stand firmly with China against Taiwan independence, and safeguard peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait," Wang added, underlining China's call for a unified stance against any moves toward Taiwan's independence.
The article explores the nuances of Beijing's position on Taiwan, delving into the historical and geopolitical context that underpins China's insistence on the 'one-China principle.' It also examines the international reactions, particularly the remarks by French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna and Australia's accusations, shedding light on the interconnected web of diplomatic challenges in the Asia-Pacific region.
Moreover, the piece provides insight into the recent dialogue between Chinese President Xi Jinping and United States President Joe Biden, where Xi emphasized the significance of Taiwan as the most critical and perilous issue in bilateral relations. Xi's call for the cessation of arms sales to Taiwan and support for China's peaceful reunification, described as "unstoppable," adds another layer to the complex dynamics shaping regional geopolitics.
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(MENAFN- AzerNews) By Laman Ismayilova
A new book about the Turkish nations has been published in Baku.
The author of the newly-published book "Cyprus of the Turkish World" is the Deputy Editor-in-Chief of "Xalq" newspaper, Honored Culture Worker, academician of the International Academy of Sciences, writer and journalist Afat Sadigoglu.
In his book, the author expressesimpressions and travel notes of the visit to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. The author highlights the necessity for expanding ties with the country, participating in various holidays as well as socio-political and socio-economic life of Northern Cyprus.
Doctor of Historical Sciences, Professor Afat Sadigogluis a scientific editor of the book published in the "Science and Education" publishing house.
The editor of the book is honorable journalist İttifaq Mirzabayli, advisor and author of the introduction is Ufuk Turganer, Baku representative of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.
In the chapters "Cyprus Island" and "History of the History", readers will learn about the author's journey to North Cyprus and its history.
The book features interviews with the representativeof the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, including Ufuk Turganer, prorector of the Near East University (NEU),Fakhraddin Mammadov, president of AzerbaijanNationalCulinary Association Tahir Amiraslanov and others.
"I believe that this book will help to further strengthen the historical, political, economic, cultural, spiritual and literary relations between Azerbaijan and Turkey and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, for the brotherhood and friendship of the Turkic world, the Turkic peoples," Afat Sadigoglu writes.
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Local legislators, municipal officials and area residents received an update from state officials Wednesday, Nov. 4, on the remediation of former 3M dump sites in Washington County.
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(MENAFN) Sudan's foreign ministry has rebuffed a statement issued by East African regional mediators claiming that army chief General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan agreed to an unconditional ceasefire and political dialogue to resolve the country's prolonged conflict. The rejection adds a layer of complexity to the eight-month-long deadly fighting between rival factions, which has resulted in over 12,190 casualties and the displacement of 6.6 million people, according to the United Nation.
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), an East African alliance mediating the Sudanese conflict, announced on Sunday that General Burhan committed to a ceasefire and a one-on-one meeting with the commander of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (Hemedti). However, Sudan's foreign ministry dismissed the IGAD statement, citing inconsistencies and inaccuracies, and emphasized that the statement did not include certain notes made by the ministry.
General Hemedti expressed support for the outcomes of the IGAD summit on Monday but added that his acceptance of the proposed meeting with General Burhan was conditional. Hemedti specified that he would only attend the meeting if General Burhan did not participate in his capacity as the president of the transitional government.
This diplomatic standoff raises concerns about the prospects of a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict in Sudan. The rejection of the IGAD statement by Sudan's foreign ministry highlights the complexities and challenges faced by regional mediators in facilitating dialogue among the conflicting parties. The conditional nature of Hemedti's acceptance adds another layer of uncertainty, underscoring the delicate diplomatic balance required to navigate the intricacies of Sudan's political landscape. As the situation unfolds, there is growing uncertainty about the immediate prospects for a ceasefire and comprehensive political dialogue, prolonging the suffering of the Sudanese people caught in the midst of this protracted conflict.
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(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) University Grant Commission (UGC) on Thursday approved the guidelines for the Introduction of Short-Term Skill Development Courses in Higher Educational Institutes (HEIs).
UGC Chairman Prof Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar told IANS that anyone who has passed the 10 plus 2 or eligible for admission to any undergraduate programme is a suitable candidate for the short term courses.
“The HEI shall offer credit-linked short-term skill development certificate courses of 3-6 months. The HEI shall use a credit mechanism to design the course structure," he told IANS.
Kumar said that the HEI may consider offering short-term skill development courses from the broad areas such as Artificial Intelligence, and machine learning, Artificial Intelligence, and Robotics IoT (Internet of Things), Industrial IoT, Smart Cities, Data Science and Analytics, Cloud Computing, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality and Extended Reality, Cyber Security and Digital Forensics.
He said that beside these courses the higher educational Institutions can also focus on 5G connectivity, Digital Fluency or Digital transformation, Industrial Automation and Robotics Process Automation (RPA), Electronic System Designs, Electronic Manufacturing and Basic Coding in Computing Languages.
Kumar said that a short-term skill development course in any stream shall be at least 12 credits and a maximum of 30 credits.
“The short-term skill development course must have a greater focus on practical learning. The HEIs may develop a plan to facilitate employment opportunities and internships for the successful students completing the short-term skill development course,” Kumar said.
He said that the higher educational institutions may collaborate with the relevant Sector Skills Councils or Awarding Bodies and industries to gain credibility, access to placement opportunities, funding schemes and training, and ensure up-to-date course content.
Kumar said that the objective of these courses is to formulate the premise for integrating skilling into higher education at all levels and for introducing short-term industry-relevant courses (Certificate courses) in the Higher Educational Institutes (HEls) to bridge the skill gap.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Dubai is gearing up for the seventh Global Grad Show, which has seen a 70 per cent increase in participants, compared to figures last year. It is set to be event's most impactful edition to date.
Top graduates from 470 leading universities across Europe, the Americas, Asia, Africa and the Middle East are applying for this year's edition.
University students from Harvard, Stanford, MIT, Oxford and Cambridge — along with those from regional colleges in developing economies including Bhutan, Ethiopia, El Salvador, Jamaica and Brunei — will be part of this mega event. Participants are set to showcase innovative projects in fields like bioengineering, cloud computing, neuroscience and urban design.
The 2021 selection of international projects will be unveiled online on November 8. It will feature the most innovative solutions to some of the greatest challenges of our time.
“The Global Grad Show mirrors the UAE's and Dubai's drive for future-readiness and its commitment to developing human capital. Through the efforts of the thousands of brilliant young minds who engage with the programme every year, a better future is being shaped,” said Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority and member of the Dubai Council.
The event is held under the patronage of Sheikha Latifa, in partnership with A.R.M. Holding and Dubai Culture. Since its launch in 2015, more than 7,000 students across over 640 universities have submitted projects to the programme, making it a key converging point for talented minds from across the world.
This year, show's entrepreneurship programme has seen triple the number of registrations compared to last year.
From November, it will start offering training and mentorship from venture-building experts and a network of industry leaders. At the end of the development journey, successful participants will have the opportunity to pitch ideas to investors.
ARM Holding has pledged a fund worth Dh10 million over 10 years to support participants in advancing their projects.
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The Swiss democratic system struggles to include certain marginalized groups. Visually impaired people can participate in votes and elections in Switzerland, but they need the help of another person, compromising the secrecy of the ballot.
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(MENAFN - The Peninsula) QNA
Washington: A team of inventors unveiled an electronic wrist band called Sunu that emits a high-frequency sound wave that bounces off objects as far as 14 feet in front of the blind people before registering as a gentle, pulsing vibration on their arms.
The closer the object is - whether it's a wall, rubbish can or person - the more frequent the pulses become, allowing the blind or sight impaired people to create a mental map of the world around them using echolocation, according to (The Washington Post).
Fernando Albertorio, one of the inventors, compares the device to sonar being used in vehicles to sense nearby objects and avoid crashes.
He expressed hop that the invention changes the way visually impaired people get around.
"One of my friends calls the device his 'sixth sense'," Albertorio said, noting that people with vision loss are sometimes afraid of going outside. "It enhances my awareness of my personal space and keeps me safe when I'm out in my neighbourhood."
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(MENAFN) China has opted to keep its key lending rates unchanged, aligning with expectations, as the persistent weakness of the yuan limits the scope for additional monetary easing. Policymakers are cautiously observing the effects of prior stimulus measures on credit demand before considering further adjustments.
Recent data indicates that the recovery in the world's second-largest economy remains uneven. While industrial production and retail sales data have exceeded expectations, the economic contraction is deepening, and there are scant signs of imminent recovery in the struggling real estate market.
Despite the evident need for more stimulus to support economic revival, policymakers face a delicate balance, as additional monetary easing could exert downward pressure on the Chinese currency. The People's Bank of China (PBOC) has maintained the key interest rate on one-year loans (LBR) at 3.45 percent and kept the 5-year rate at 4.2 percent, in line with expectations.
The majority of new and existing loans in China are anchored to the one-year loan interest rate, while the five-year rate influences mortgage pricing. Economists surveyed by Reuters had anticipated no alteration in the lending benchmark for one or five years.
Notably, China had reduced its benchmark one-year lending rate in August of the previous year but surprised the markets by keeping the five-year interest rate unchanged. In 2023, the one-year and five-year key interest rates have seen cuts of 20 basis points and 10 basis points, respectively. The decision to maintain stability in lending rates underscores the cautious approach taken by Chinese authorities in navigating economic challenges while carefully managing the impact on the national currency.
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(MENAFN- Bangladesh Monitor)
Dhaka: Vietjet won the 'Best Low-Cost Airline Onboard Hospitality 2023' for the first time and the 'Best Ultra Low-Cost Airline 2023' award for the 5th consecutive year from AirlineRatings.com, the world's renowned airline safety and product rating website.
The airline was recognised for its newly launched SkyBoss Business class with all priorities and premium services on wide-body aircraft, including the comfy leather flatbeds and incredible on-board cuisine experience.
On the occasion, Geoffrey Thomas, Editor-in-Chief, AirlineRatings.com,“Vietjet has been recognised for its constant efforts on diversifying new and quality aviation products. The airline has put the A330 wide-body aircraft into operation, offering the premium class of SkyBoss Business, which enhances the seamless pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight's experiences of flyers. Those services are pioneering and revolutionary for a low-cost airline.”
AirlineRatings has also rated Vietjet at seven-star level, the highest ranking for aviation safety in the world and the world's Top 10 safest and best low-cost airlines for many years.
It was voted as the 'Value Airline of the Year' in 2022 also by AirlineRatings.com.
These major awards inspire the airline to keep up with the flight network and service expansion to bring more joyful and affordable connectivity while ensuring the excellent services performed by dedicated and professional cabin crew.
The AirlineRatings.com's“Airline Excellence Awards” has been hosted since 2013 to honour the world's best airlines. In 2023, awards were judged by five editors with decades of industry experience, combines major safety and government audits, with key criteria that include: fleet age, passenger reviews, profitability, investment rating, product offerings and others.
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Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], November 6 (sky bet rugby league): West Bengal reported 670 new COVID-19 cases and 14 deaths in the last 24 hours, informed the state health department on Saturday.
According to the state health bulletin, the number of active cases in the state stands at 8,029.
With 764 recoveries reported in the last 24 hours, a total of 15,70,521 people have recovered in the state so far.
The recovery rate in the state stands at 98.29 per cent while the case fatality rate is 1.20 per cent.
As many as 15,97,765 COVID-19 cases have been reported in the state so far and a total of 19,215 people have succumbed to the virus in the state.
So far, 1,94,39,378 COVID-19 tests have been conducted in the state including 30,281 tests conducted in the last 24 hours. (sky bet rugby league)


(MENAFN- The Peninsula) Bloomberg
The United Arab Emirates is weighing plans for a visa system that would simplify travel for residents to neighboring Gulf nations, including Saudi Arabia.
The new visa system would allow residents in the Gulf Cooperation Council to travel freely within countries that make up the bloc, including Saudi Arabia, UAE Economy Minister Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri said at a conference in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. The regime could be introduced "very soon,” he said.
The GCC group also includes Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait and Qatar. Citizens of the six-nation bloc are free to travel across borders without applying for visas. Foreign residents - which make up the bulk of their populations and come around the world - often still need visas to cross GCC borders.
Asked about rising competition with neighboring Saudi Arabia, Al Marri said that what's good for the kingdom is good for the wider region, including his country.
The UAE - home to the Middle East's business hub of Dubai - has seen a surge in new arrivals due in part to the government's moves to ease societal restrictions.
UAE officials have maintained that competition is healthy and indicates the region is becoming more attractive. Visa-free travel among the countries' residents should complement that stance by boosting tourism, Al Marri said.
"What's good for Saudi is good for the GCC,” he said at the conference. "If the tide comes up, it pulls up all the boats.”
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Qatar - Ooredoo launches 'cutting-edge' portable Wi-Fi device
(MENAFN- Gulf Times)
Ooredoo Qatar has announced that it will retail the new Alcatel Link Zone 4G LTE cat7 Mobile Wi-Fi MW70 to equip all customers with easy access to portable Wi-Fi.
A mere 13.3mm thin, the Alcatel Link Zone cat7 is currently the smallest pocket-sized WiFi device on the market, Ooredoo has said in a statement.
Alcatel Link Zone cat7's 210 mAh battery keeps going for up to eight hours of working, playing and streaming, with a standby time of 300 hours. Driven by a Qualcomm MDM9240-1 processor, the intuitive LED light display tells the device's owners exactly where they stand with signal strength and battery life.
Sabah Rabiah al-Kuwari, director of PR at Ooredoo, said:“Ooredoo's Product team is confident that the upcoming launch of the new Alcatel Link Zone 4G LTE cat7 will be a landmark moment in the provision of mobile Wi-Fi MW70 nationwide. We know our customers
prioritise being able to access the latest technology and innovations, and retailing this handy device demonstrates our strategic commitment to offering complete customer satisfaction in ensuring that we provide choice and variety at great prices.”
The device retails for QR219 and is available from Ooredoo shops, the Ooredoo eShop and B2B sales channels.
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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) The Delhi Police on Tuesday (October 3) conducted raids on the residences of multiple journalists and employees associated with the online portal NewsClick. These actions come amidst allegations of the portal's links to Chinese entities.
The operation, which commenced at 6 am, involved searches at more than 100 locations in various cities, including Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Mumbai. A substantial contingent of 500 police officers, organized by the Delhi Police Special Cell, participated in these raids.
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It is reportedly said that the individuals targeted in the raid were divided into three categories: A, B, and C. Those falling under category A were detained during the raids. It is also said that data from laptops and mobile phones owned by the journalists was also collected by the police. NewsClick stands accused of receiving funds from US millionaire Neville Roy Singham for pro-China propaganda within India.
Prabir Purkayastha, the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of NewsClick, was brought in for questioning at the Delhi Police Special Cell office. Notably, no arrests have been made at this stage, but several journalists have been taken to police stations for further inquiries.
Earlier, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) had alleged that NewsClick received a sum of Rs 38.05 crore from entities associated with China over three years. The utilization of these funds is currently under investigation. The funds were purportedly distributed to various contentious journalists, including Gautam Navlakha and individuals associated with human rights activist Teesta Setalvad.
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The probe is also extending to individuals who received salaries or remunerations from NewsClick. The seized laptops and phones of the journalists whose homes were searched will be subjected to further scrutiny as part of the ongoing investigation.
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Boys hockey wins finale
The Alexandria boys’ hockey team wrapped up the regular season schedule with a 5-2 victory over Willmar at home on Friday.
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(MENAFN- Jordan Times) AMMAN — The Jordanian Astronomical Society, the Arab Union for Astronomy and Space Sciences, and the Japanese embassy on Thursday co-hosted a scientific online seminar on Hayabusa2 Mission of Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA).
The Hayabusa2 Mission was an unscrewed space exploration operation that brought back rock samples from asteroid Ryugu. Samples collected by a space probe Hayabusa2, which had been launched on December 3, 2014, from the asteroid Ryugu arrived on earth on December 6, 2020 after being dropped off from Hayabusa2, according to a Japanese embassy statement.
The seminar was attended by a guest panelist from JAXA, Yoshikawa Makoto, associate professor of the Institute of Space and Astronautical Science and mission manager of Hayabusa2 Project. He is a world leading astronomer once nominated in 'Nature's 10, Ten people who mattered in 2018', whose research field is celestial mechanics, the statement said.
In the seminar participated by more than 160 viewers, President of the Jordanian Astronomical Society (JAS) Awni Khasawneh and Japan's Ambassador to Jordan Shimazaki Kaoru made their opening remarks.
Yoshikawa gave a presentation on the Hayabusa2 Mission, advanced technologies used for the Mission, and the future prospects of JAXA mission.
From the JAS side, Hanna Sabat and Ammar Sakaji explained the orbital dynamics of asteroids, followed by a lecture from Adli Halabi who gave an overview of the 2021 space missions.
The ambassador appreciated the opportunity to bring both Japanese and Jordanian experts together, hoping that the seminar can be a trigger for further development of academic exchanges between the two countries.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency ) Baku, Azerbaijan, June 6
US Charge d'Affaires William Gill hosted an Iftar dinner in Masalli for local women entrepreneurs and other community members, the US Embassy in Baku said in a press release.
Aybaniz Gafarova, Deputy Head of the Masalli Executive Committee, Gamar Javadli, Deputy Head of the Caucasus Muslim Board, and representatives of the State Committee for Work with Religious Associations, as well as UNDP representatives, also attended.
In his remarks, Charge d'Affaires Gill mentioned this year's holy month of Ramadan coincides with the commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic (ADR), which was the first Muslim parliamentary republic and the first Muslim state to establish gender equality in the law by granting women the right to vote.
He pointed out the ADR's rich legacy and how it lives on through the accomplishments of women and their vital roles in society. The US Embassy is pleased that many of the women attending the Iftar have benefited from support from USAID and UNDP programs, which helped them build small businesses and create new opportunities for themselves, their families, and their communities.
Ramadan has been observed in the United States for over 200 years, beginning with President Thomas Jefferson's Iftar dinner in honor of Tunisian ambassador to the United States Sidi Soliman Mellimelli.
Today, more than 3 million American Muslim come together during Ramadan to reflect on our common values of peace, charity and forgiveness.
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The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) said on Friday it is completing a rigorous inspection of its Fujairah Main Oil Terminal facility as it works to bring operations back online after unprecedented rainfall and flooding in July.
The company is implementing all options in order to ensure uninterrupted export of Murban crude oil including the gradual reinstatement of Fujairah terminal operations and the utilisation of alternative loading options within Fujairah, and through the use of Jebel Dhanna Terminal, ADNOC said in a statement.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, on Friday received Dr Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), at Al Rumaila Palace.
During the meeting, they discussed the operation of ADNOC's petroleum facilities in the Emirate of Fujairah, and the progress of work at ADNOC Onshore Fujairah Terminal, after the recent weather conditions in the emirate.
Sheikh Mohammed assured his full support to the region, under the directives of Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, and his continuous follow-up in completing the work.
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Dr Al Jaber praised the Fujairah government's role and its civil authorities' efforts in providing integrated support to maintain the safety of vital areas in the emirate and ensure the continuity of their regular operations.
Salem Al Zahmi, Director of the Fujairah Crown Prince's Office, attended the meeting.
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Workers' compensation report shows sharp drop in claims
The number of paid workers' compensation claims has fallen 44 percent relative to the number of employees from 1997 to 2009, according to the "2009 Minnesota Workers' Compensation System Report," just released by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI).
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(MENAFN) The United Nations Climate Conference (COP28) commenced in Dubai on November 30, marking the beginning of a critical international effort to address climate change. The conference opened with a historic resolution on climate damage, setting the stage for crucial discussions and announcements related to finance and energy.
A significant development on the inaugural day was the decision to activate the "Loss and Damage" Fund, a dedicated initiative aimed at assisting vulnerable countries in coping with the costly and devastating consequences of climate disasters. Subsequent to this decision, participating countries swiftly pledged their initial financial contributions to the fund. By Saturday, the cumulative contributions had surpassed the USD650 million threshold, reflecting a strong commitment to supporting nations disproportionately affected by climate-related challenges.
Several nations, including the UAE, Germany, Italy, and France, took the lead by individually pledging up to one hundred million dollars or euros towards the fund. The tangible financial commitments underscored the urgency and shared responsibility in addressing the adverse impacts of climate change.
In a joint statement on Saturday, over twenty countries, including the UAE, the United States, and France, issued a call to triple the world's nuclear energy sources by 2050 compared to 2020. This statement signals a collective effort to leverage nuclear energy as a strategic component in the transition to cleaner and more sustainable energy solutions.
Moreover, in a significant move towards renewable energy, 118 countries signed a pledge on Saturday, committing to tripling the world's renewable energy capabilities by 2030. This commitment aligns with the overarching goals of COP28 to accelerate the global transition to cleaner energy sources and mitigate the impact of climate change.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed the significance of these commitments, noting that they send a "very strong message" to markets and investors. The proactive and collaborative initiatives undertaken during the initial days of COP28 signal a collective determination to address the pressing climate crisis and pave the way for a more sustainable future.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency ) Baku, Azerbaijan, Oct.6
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Trans Adriatic Pipeline (TAP) AG announced today that Shkelqim Bozgo, country manager for TAP AG, following nearly four years at the helm of TAP's Albania Country Office, has left the company.
Managing Director at TAP Luca Schieppati for his part thanked Shkelqim for his great contribution to TAP during his tenure and particularly, for building up the TAP Albania Country Office into what it is today.
Schieppati noted that with more than 2,000 people currently working on the TAP project in Albania, TAP will continue to contribute to building and supporting the development of Albania's gas market.
TAP Albania's Country Office will be headed by Ulrike Andres, Commercial and External Affairs Director in the interim, until a new country manager has been appointed, he added.
'As we enter the final phase in the project, our priority remains to focus on preparing for commercial and operational readiness to receive first gas from Shah Deniz II in 2020,' he said.
TAP is a part of the Southern Gas Corridor which is one of the priority energy projects for the EU.
TAP project envisages transportation of gas from the Stage 2 of development of Azerbaijan's Shah Deniz gas and condensate field to the EU countries.
The pipeline will be connected to the Trans-Anatolian Pipeline (TANAP) on the Turkish-Greek border, run through Greece, Albania and the Adriatic Sea, before coming ashore in Italy's south.
TAP's shareholders are: BP (20 percent), State Oil Company of Azerbaijan (20 percent), Snam (20 percent), Fluxys (19 percent), Enagas (16 percent) and Axpo (5 percent).
TAP will be 878 kilometers in length (Greece 550 km, Albania 215 km, Adriatic Sea 105 km, and Italy 8 km). Its highest point will be 1,800 meters in Albania's mountains, while its lowest point will be 820 meters beneath the sea.
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Emiri gesture of transporting Qatar camels via Oman hailed
(MENAFN - Gulf Times) Chairman of the Camel Race Organising Committee Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Faisal al-Thani has extended his gratitude to His Highness the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani for the Emiri gesture in transporting Qatari camels from UAE to Doha by sea. The camels were transported via the Sultanate of Oman, and all procedures were facilitated until they arrived at Ruwais port in Qatar from the port of Sohar in Oman. The entire journey was carried out within two and a half days.
Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim added that the initiatives of the wise leadership, and its support for the sport of our ancestors, have been hugely appreciated by the people of Qatar. The Chairman of the Camel Race Organising Committee said that so far 204 camels have arrived in Doha and that there are more than 400 other camels still in Oman. They are expected to arrive in phases in view of the full co-operation between us and our brothers in Oman.
The Chairman also extended his gratitude to the brothers in Oman, especially the Minister of Youth and Sports and the Omani Camel Race Federation, headed by Saeed al-Ghafaili, and head of Oman Hockey Federation Abdullah al-Jabri, who co-ordinated between the Camel Racing Committee in Qatar. Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim also praised the great role played by the embassy of the State of Qatar in Oman, especially ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Sultanate of Oman Ali bin Fahad al-Hajri.
In conclusion, he said the transportation of these camels from UAE to Qatar via Oman was not an easy task, hailing the sincere efforts of the committee members, especially the committee's representative Khalil bin Nasser al-Shahwani who followed up the transportation of the camels from Oman to Doha.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Reportage Properties, a leading real estate developer, has announced that its sales topped Dh 1 billion in the first two months of 2024. The developer's sales topped Dh3.7 billion ($1 billion) during 2023, compared to Dh2.3 billion in 2022, with a growth of 60 per cent.
This is regard, the developer is organizing a special sales day at the Habtoor Palace Hotel, Dubai, next Sunday March 3.
The company will make special offers on local and international projects. The Reportage Properties' portfolio includes 33 projects in the UAE, Egypt, Turkey, and Morocco.
Reportage Properties aims to provide more special offers, discounts and reductions in line with the requirements of buyers and investors, whether inside or outside the UAE, which enhances the company's sales in all projects locally and abroad.
The company confirmed that it will continue to launch more new projects that meet the aspirations of customers and investors, while continuing to implement existing projects according to the specified timetable, in preparation for handing them over on schedule.
Reportage recently revealed the launch of the new Royal Park project in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, which consists of 844 residential units.
In Dubai, they launched Reportage village during the third quarter of 2023, which includes 1,767 residential units. They also launched the Bianca in Dubai during the first quarter of last year, which includes 653 townhouses.
Reportage Properties is completing projects according to the specified schedule, as they recently completed the Oasis 2 project in Masdar City, which includes about 304 residential units.
The company had previously completed and started handing off units of the Oasis Residence 1 project in Masdar City, as well as the units of the Leonardo Residence project , in addition to handing off units of the Al Raha Lofts project in the Al Raha Beach area in Abu Dhabi.
The company also completed the first phase of the Rukan Lofts project, which is being developed in the Dubailand area in cooperation with Continental Investment.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) U.S. Department of Defense works to broker a deal with NATO and Middle Eastern nations to send some of their NASAMS systems to Ukraine.
Greg Hayes, CEO of Raytheon Technologies, which produces National Advanced Surface to Air Missile Systems, said Thursday, Ukrinform reports with reference to defense one .
As noted, the deal would allow Ukraine to avoid a two-year wait for new ones from Raytheon's factory.
“The DOD is going to attempt to do some trading for us where we'll take some from the Middle Eastern countries that are our friends and some from our NATO allies, and try and get those into Ukraine early next year. Then we'll backfill [those countries] with new production over the next two years,” the CEO said.
Hayes did not mention specific countries.
NASAMS are operated by five NATO members—Hungary, Lithuania, Netherlands, Norway, and Spain—and Oman and Qatar in the Middle East, according to Forecast International. Australia, Chile, Finland, and Indonesia also operate the system.
Earlier, the Pentagon awarded Raytheon a $1.2 billion contract for the remaining six of eight NASAMS interceptors promised by the Biden administration.
“This is gonna take us a full two years to fulfill this contract. Unfortunately, there's no magic box that allows us to just build them every day,” Hayes said
As reported, the Armed Forces of Ukraine have already put several NASAMS on combat duty. Moreover, in the first days of combat use, the systems demonstrated 100 percent efficiency, shooting down ten Russian missiles out of ten.
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(MENAFN- AzerNews) On April 12, the Aerospace Modeling Festival will be held at theairfield of Avia-models, located in Hovsan settlement, Khazardistrict, Baku, Azernews reports.
Within the framework of the festival, it is planned to holdcompetitions in various categories with the participation of 5teams, an air show, demonstration of rocket models, quadcopters,and airplane models. The Aerospace Modeling Festival will provideparticipants with the opportunity to practically improve theirknowledge in the field of aerodynamics, aerospace engineering,electronics, and mechanics as a technical sport.
The main goal and activity direction of the festival is to helppopularize and develop the sport of rocket and satellite modelingin Azerbaijan, to increase the role of this technical sport in thecomprehensive and harmonious development of innovative youngpeople, and the formation of a healthy lifestyle. Rocket andsatellite modeling, a technical sport based on high technologies,combines intellectual activity and physical activity in the freshair. Competitions are held both individually and as a team,according to the height and duration of the flight, and landingaccuracy. The rocket or satellite's degree of detail and theflight's reality are evaluated according to the competition levelof the finished models.
The festival will take place in partnership with the Agency forInnovation and Digital Development, the National Aerospace Agencyof the Ministry of Defense Industry, the Air Force, the StateSecurity Service, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, KOBIA, theCenter for Innovations, the Public Union for the Development of NewTechnologies and others.
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Very little. It's largely a trick question. Switzerland's unique rotating one-year presidency can't be compared with the head of government in any other country (the chancellor in Germany and prime minister in Britain).
Did you know, for example, that the Swiss president never pays a state visit?
The Swiss president is neither the head of state nor the head of government. The seven-person cabinet, also known as the federal council, is considered a collective head of state and government. The president might be“primus inter pares” – the first among equals – but he or she doesn't have any greater power than the rest of the cabinet.
What's more, during their year in office presidents remain head of their department. Ignazio Cassis, for example, is both president and foreign minister in 2022.
It's one for all and all for one: the cabinet does everything together, from taking a stance on policies to signing treaties and receiving visiting heads of state (although not all seven ministers are always present).
So what's the point in the Swiss president? What do they actually do? The include chairing cabinet meetings and undertaking special representational duties. They give speeches at New Year and on Swiss National Day, August 1, which are broadcast on television and radio ( ). They also welcome the diplomatic corps – all foreign ambassadors to Switzerland – at a New Year's reception.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (FAI) has denied rumors - circulating on social media - about stopping issuance of UAE citizen's 'family book' (UAE citizenship)
Talking to Khaleej Times, FAI denied that it had received any instructions to stop issuing the 'Family Book'.
The FAI added that issuing the family book is directly related to the Ministry of Interior.
What is a family book? Talking to Khaleej Times a few years back, an official explained what a family book, or otherwise known as 'Kholasat Qaid', was:
"In the early 1980s, a family book used to be issued to each family. The document was just a piece of paper. Its character and look changed many times, and at all times it looked like a passport but of brown colour.
"Then, the ordinary passports were of black colour and was renewed once every two years. Later, the colour changed to blue and the passport had to be renewed every five years."
There were five types of passports then - ordinary, special, diplomatic and temporary. The rules and procedures have changed. All indigenous and well-known UAE citizens are issued passports now and the process of granting the passport at present is different, as there are investigation committees and other procedures required before issuing the document.
For more details on how to apply for a family book, visit here.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency ) BAKU, Azerbaijan, Sept.21
Tamilla Mammadova – Trend:
Some 4,482.4 tons of live cattle worth $11.2 million were exported to Azerbaijan from Georgia from January through August 2021, Trend reports via the National Statistical Office of Georgia (Geostat).
Compared to last year, the volume of exports increased 2.1 times.
The trade turnover between Georgia and Azerbaijan amounted to $689.5 million from January through August 2021.
Trade turnover between the two countries increased by 16 percent compared to the same period in 2020.
At the same time, Georgian exports to Azerbaijan increased over the year by 22.1 percent - up to $347 million, and imports - by 4.2 percent - up to $342.4 million.
Azerbaijan, with a share of 7.9 percent in the total trade with Georgia, ranked fourth among the main trade partners of this country after Turkey, Russia and China.
The share of Azerbaijan in Georgian exports amounted to 13.3 percent. According to this indicator, Azerbaijan ranked third among the main trade partners of Georgia after China and Russia.
At the same time, the share of Azerbaijan in Georgian imports amounted to 5.6 percent. According to this indicator, Azerbaijan ranked fifth among the main trade partners of Georgia after Turkey, Russia, China and the United States.
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US Reroutes Drone Flights, Curtailing Intelligence on Ukraine Crisis
(MENAFN) According to a senior military official, the decision by President Joe Biden's administration to reroute drone flights over the Black Sea in order to avoid provoking a direct conflict with Russian forces has had the unintended consequence of curtailing intelligence gathering on the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. Allegedly ordered earlier this month, the rerouting came after a US Air Force MQ-9 Reaper drone crashed into the Black Sea following an encounter with a Russian Sukhol Su-27 fighter jet on March 14.
The rerouting of drone flights to fly at greater distances from the conflict zone and at higher altitudes in order to reduce the risk of direct confrontation with Russian forces has also reportedly resulted in a reduction in the quality of the intelligence that the drones can gather. Citing an anonymous senior official, CNN reported on Tuesday that the change in drone flight patterns has made it more difficult to monitor the situation in Ukraine.
Despite Russian complaints about the drone flights, the Pentagon had publicly declared that the US will continue to "fly and operate wherever international law allows." However, in response to the drone crash and with the aim of avoiding a direct conflict with Russia, the Biden administration has begun routing its unmanned aerial vehicles further south, keeping them at a greater distance from the Crimean Peninsula and eastern portions of the Black Sea.
The decision to reroute drone flights has raised concerns about the United States' ability to gather intelligence on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, which has been ongoing since 2014. The situation remains tense, with Ukraine calling for greater support from the international community and Russia showing no signs of backing down. The impact of the Biden administration's decision on intelligence gathering efforts in the region, as well as on the broader crisis, remains to be seen.
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(MENAFN- Morocco World News) Algeria’s foreign minister rejected Nicolas Sarkozy's recent comments in which he questioned Algeria’seconomic stability as the collapse of oil prices continues.
The Algerian chief diplomat said the former French President's comments represent his ingrained 'stereotypes.' “This is not the first time that [Sarkozy] has carried out this type of messaging about Algeria, so we can consider that this frequent repetition does not serve the goals of his companions,' the minister, Ramtane Lamamra, said on Thursday after a meeting with Johannes Hahn, the European Commissioner for Neighborhood Policy. The companions Lamamra referred to could include French Prime Minister Manuel Valls, who visited Algiers in April and said 'France supports [Algeria] in order to succeed together.' Earlier this week, the two states 'cemented' ties by signing nine agreements to boost bilateral cooperation in the fields of justice, education and social security, according to Africanews. Sarkozy's comments described Morocco as an oasis of peace in North Africa, while they reflected concern about the civil unrest in Libya, Algeria and Tunisia. 'At the gates of Europe, we have an almost complete destabilization of the entire southern Mediterranean, apart from Morocco where we can rely on a great king and wish him long life,' Sarkozy said Tuesday in a speech on defense. The former president said his chief concern about Algeria entailed the ongoing drop in oil prices, as the country depends on the livelihood of the global hydrocarbon industry to fund a third of its total gross domestic product (GDP) and over 95 percent of export earnings. 'I will say nothing of our Algerian friends because I know that the subject is sensitive,' Sarkozy said, referring to the global oil price concerns.
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Doha: As a part of mega celebrations of Azadi ki Amrut Mahotsav in Qatar by Indian Cultural Centre (ICC), a Musical night with vocal music and classical dance recitals were held at ICC on August 4 hosted by Karnataka Sangha Qatar.
The event was a success which was enjoyed and appreciated by a massive audience of the Indian community.
The programme started with a welcome classical dance performed by Sanjan Jeevan. Melodious, patriotic super hits songs from Kannada, Hindi, Tulu, and Konkani were sung by well-known local singers originating from Karnataka.
The vocal singers lead and coordinated by Anil Bhasagi, Tufail, Lavanya Acharya, Sagar Kotian, Akshaya Shetty, Divya, and Ranjith, Santosh, Navya Shetty, Carol Dsouza, and Abdullah Monu rocked the stage.
The programme was compered by Manjoth, Joint Cultural Secretary - Karnataka Sangha.
During the welcome speech, the President of Karnataka Sangha thanked ICC for giving the platform for the celebrations of Indian Independence.
During the keynote address chief guest of the event P N Babu Rajan, President, of Indian Cultural Centre applauded the contributions of the Karnataka Sangha in cultural events during the year-long celebrations and appreciated the great support of all the Indian community even during the vacation season who have come in big numbers to witness the celebrations.
The programme was the fourth-day event of a series of everyday celebrations, with a grand finale to be held on August 19.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Published: Tue 21 Mar 2023, 11:48 PM
Last updated: Tue 21 Mar 2023, 11:49 PM
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, attended the second Dubai Breeze-Up Sale held today at the Meydan Racecourse.
Organised by the Dubai Racing Club in cooperation with leading auction house Goffs, the Dubai Breeze-Up Sale 2023 saw a catalogue of two-year-old horses selected from Ireland and the UK, going under the hammer.
Held a few days ahead of the start of the 27th edition of the Dubai World Cup at the Meydan Racecourse, the 2023 Breeze-Up Sale builds on the success of the inaugural edition of the event held last year.
The event attracted leading owners and buyers from all over the world.
The Meydan Racecourse is all set to play host to the 27th edition of the Dubai World Cup meeting on Saturday, March 25, bringing together the world's best racehorses, jockeys and trainers. Offering a total prize money of $30.5 million, this year's Dubai World Cup further strengthens Dubai's status as one of the world's leading sporting destinations.
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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) In a significant development, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) on Tuesday (November 21) squashed concerns by affirming that COVID-19 vaccinations do not elevate the risk of unexplained sudden deaths among young adults in India. Addressing widespread apprehensions, the ICMR underscored that factors such as prior COVID-19 hospitalization, a family history of sudden deaths, and certain lifestyle behaviors play a more significant role in the occurrence of unexplained sudden deaths.
"In response to anecdotal reports associating sudden unexplained deaths among seemingly healthy young adults in India with COVID-19 infection or vaccination, we conducted a comprehensive multicentric matched case–control study to determine the factors associated with such deaths in individuals aged 18-45 years," the ICMR said.
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Contrary to prevailing assumptions, the study disclosed that receiving at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine did not increase but rather reduced the likelihood of unexplained sudden deaths.
"As per our findings, the receipt of at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine actually lowered the odds for unexplained sudden death. Conversely, past COVID-19 hospitalization, a family history of sudden deaths, binge drinking within 48 hours prior to the incident, recreational drug use, and engaging in vigorous physical activity within 48 hours before the event were positively associated with such occurrences. Moreover, the administration of two vaccine doses further decreased the odds of unexplained sudden deaths," the study reported.
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(MENAFN- Daily News Egypt)
A delegation from the Egyptian House of Representatives' Health Committee visited Aswan on February 24th, 2024, to assess the quality of healthcare services provided to citizens and the progress made in implementing the Universal Health Insurance System (UHI) in the governorate.
Led by Committee Chairperson Ashraf Hatem, the delegation met with key figures including Governor Ashraf Attia, Chairperson of the General Authority for Healthcare Accreditation and Regulation (GAHAR) Ahmed Taha, Aswan University President Ayman Othman, and Universal Health Insurance Authority (UHIA) Executive Director May Farid.
UHI Implementation and Service Quality in Focus:
Discussions centred on the committee's observations on Aswan's healthcare system, expediting the inclusion of hospitals and health units in the UHIS, and GAHAR's role in ensuring quality care for UHI beneficiaries.
Taha highlighted GAHAR's efforts to qualify healthcare facilities and emphasized its role in safeguarding system resources and sustainability. He noted that 28 facilities have already obtained GAHAR accreditation, with technical support and training provided to 40 others. He commended the governorate's efforts to expedite UHIS integration and support GAHAR's activities.
Governor Attia stressed the importance of raising awareness about UHI's benefits and providing qualified medical and nursing staff for a smooth rollout. He praised GAHAR's training programs and technical support, which have contributed to staff qualification and facility accreditation.
Committee Chair Hatem reported a noticeable improvement in service quality, especially in accredited facilities, and increased service availability. Field visits included assessing the readiness of recently transferred facilities, ensuring smooth asset transfers, and identifying and overcoming operational challenges.
In a separate meeting, the delegation met with Aswan University leadership to discuss hospital achievements and support mechanisms. Given their crucial role in providing tertiary care, the delegation emphasized the need to support these facilities.
Medical Tourism Potential:
Taha highlighted Aswan's potential as a medical tourism destination, citing its position as a gateway to Africa and the world. He linked Aswan's inclusion in the UHI pilot phase to this vision and emphasized the importance of obtaining GAHAR's environmental excellence standards for international competitiveness.
GAHAR held the first training program in Aswan on its green and sustainable healthcare facility standards. This aligns with Egypt's Vision 2030 and aims to promote environmentally friendly healthcare practices.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 13. Uzbekistan will
start using a new terminal for mineral fertilizers at the Baku
International Sea Trade Port, Deputy Minister of Transport of
Uzbekistan Abdusamat Muminov told trend in an exclusive interview.
"Uzbekistan actively uses the port of Poti in Georgia and the
Baku port to export its goods. However, it is worth noting that the
infrastructure of the Baku port is much more developed. As part of
the second phase of modernization of the Baku port, a new terminal
for mineral fertilizers will start operating, which we will also
use for our needs. We also got acquainted with the capabilities of
bulk carriers, Ro-Ro ports. We were shown new vessels built for
double-deck wagons. They will significantly help us to reduce the
delivery time. Already, in fact, we were able to reduce the
transportation time by half – from a month to two weeks, thanks to
the improvement of operational activities on the part of our
Azerbaijani colleagues. Today, thanks to these efforts, not only
Uzbekistan uses the transport potential of Azerbaijan, but also the
whole of Central Asia," he said.
Muminov stressed that Uzbekistan is already actively using the
infrastructure of the Baku port, especially for sugar imports.
"This year we want to increase sugar supplies through Azerbaijan
to 300,000. In addition, we have sent about 100 wagons to help
Azerbaijan to ship sugar," he said.
He also noted that a large delegation from Uzbekistan, which
included both private companies and representatives of government
agencies, has recently visited Azerbaijan.
"Among these companies were our main exporters and importers,
who mainly work through the Georgian port of Poti and the Baku
port. We held about 10 meetings with representatives of the
Ministry of Transport of Azerbaijan, with the State Customs
Service, in the Baku port, in the Alat Free Economic Zone, as well
as with representatives of the Baku Shipyard. We managed to get
acquainted with Azerbaijani transport potential and capabilities,"
the deputy minister said.
Meanwhile, earlier, Taleh Ziyadov, Director General of the Baku
Port, said that the mineral fertilizers terminal of the Baku port
is expected to be commissioned in June or July this year.
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(MENAFN- The Peninsula) QNA
Doha: The Qatar University Young Scientists Center (QUYSC), in cooperation with the Department of Research Support (Grants and Contracts), launched the second cycle of the National Science Promotion Program (NSPP).
The program aims to provide high school students with the opportunity to explore the world of research and strengthen their skills in it, in addition to supporting and empowering young people in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, and preparing them for the future as highly qualified human forces in these fields.
During the program, students learn the basics of scientific research through intensive practical training in research laboratories in order to understand the importance of research, develop their research interests, and work in the field of research.
The Vice President for Research and Graduate Studies, Mariam Al-Ali Al-Maadeed, said that the Research and Graduate Studies sector encourages the involvement of an integrated system of research scientists, graduate students, university students, as well as school students in practical research activities, as in the NSPP, which will enhance students' outlook for the future and will open new horizons in the fields of research.
She added that students will acquire many skills and knowledge in scientific research, critical thinking, modern technologies, and in developing their abilities to solve problems.
For his part, Dr. Saeed Al-Meer, the Director of the Department of Research Support (Grants and Contracts), stressed the importance of the program, as it provides an opportunity for students to work as researchers in university laboratories.
Sheikha Noura Jaber Al-Thani, the Director of QUYSC, said that the NSPP is a unique research program and is considered the starting point for developing competencies in the fields of science, technology, and engineering and the basis for building an innovation and knowledge-based economy in Qatar, praising the cooperating bodies in the program, namely the Qatar National Commission for Education, Culture, and Science and the UNESCO Doha office.
The National Science Promotion Program (NSPP) was established in December 2020. It is one of the university programs to encourage research among students and young people at the universities and secondary schools in the country, especially in research areas that represent national research priorities.
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Industry experts believe Hong Kong's changing stance on blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and Web3 could lure businesses away from the U.S.
In the past year, the city has taken several steps to promote the growth of the Web3 sector and facilitate retail investment in cryptocurrencies. The most recent instance of this is the organization's Task Force on Promoting Web3 Development.
Yat Siu, the co-founder of Web3 investment firm Animoca Brands, is one of fifteen industry experts invited to serve as advisors to the task force, which will interact directly with high-level government officials and financial regulators.
Siu emphasized Hong Kong's progressive shift in attitude toward cryptocurrencies and Web3 over the past few years, which places the city in a unique position to attract entrepreneurs and established companies to its jurisdiction.
While conceding that the United States should not be“written off” in the Web3 race, Siu stated that many firms in the industry operate“under a regime of fear” due to a lack of regulatory clarity.
In recent months, the U.S. securities and exchange commissio n (SEC) has filed separate complaints against Binance.US and Coinbase for a variety of purported unregistered securities offerings in Hong Kong, according to Siu, has recognized an opportunity to assume a leadership role in Web3 development, while the United States itself has sabotaged' its potential as a prominent location for companies in the sector:
Hong Kong also kept a distance from the cryptocurrency space for some years, with restrictive policies prohibiting retail investment in cryptocurrencies only recently repealed after extensive consultation with industry advocates.
Siu stated that the government had shown 'agility' in its altering posture towards the cryptocurrency industry, given that it had not always been receptive to cryptocurrency companies.
Hong Kong's Web3 task force is likely to have a relatively fluid structure. Siu anticipates monthly or quarterly meetings with a variety of Hong Kong-based crypto, blockchain, and Web3 working groups.See also the most innovative companies in web3 2 months ago
The group has yet to hold its first meeting. Members of the Web3 task forces have engaged in a two-year agreement with the Hong Kong government and will guide methods to promote the industry's expansion.
Siu envisions the task force advancing the sector by cultivating talent and encouraging institutions of higher education to investigate blockchain-based solutions:
As previously reported, hong kong's efforts to ignite the Web3 sector have attracted over 150 Web3 firms to the city's Cyberport this year, and companies are reportedly spending between $2 and $25 million to obtain licenses to operate in the city.
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Chennai, July 8 (IANS) Malayalam actor Unni Mukundan has showered praises on actor Prithviraj's just released commercial entertainer 'Kaduva', saying that it was high time Malayalam cinema came up with movies that were genuinely entertaining.
Taking to Instagram, Unni Mukundan said: 'Saw 'Kaduva' and loved it!! High time Malayalam movies came up with movies that are genuinely entertainers. For the masses!'
'This is the kind of Prithvi that I personally love to see on screen… full of energy and flamboyance. Very few actors pull (off) such stuff with ease. He is a pro in this format!,' he said.
'Again a goosebump moment was to see Shaji Ettan's name on the screen and he is rocking too! My dear friend Rahul too has scored awesome in this celebration! Terrific promotions too!! Big congratulations to team Kaduva! And thank you Prithiviraj for the fireworks!'
Director Shaji Kailas's commercial entertainer Kaduva, features actors Prithviraj, Samyuktha Menon and Vivek Oberoi in the lead.
The film, which has cinematography by Abhinandhan Ramanujam and music by Jakes Bejoy, was supposed to release on June 30 but ended up releasing on July 7.
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(MENAFN – NewsBytes) With the aim of addressing delivery-oriented companies, Geliose launched its Hope electric scooter in India.
The vehicle has a barebone design and has an LCD instrument panel and LED lighting. It is offered with a choice of three batteries and offers a range of up to 75 km, depending on the battery option.
You can find more details here.
When the battery is low, you can use the pedals to ride like a bicycle. The scooter also features an LCD instrument cluster, a full LED setup for lighting, and rides on spoked wheels wrapped in gnarled tires.
The vehicle has a top speed of 25 km / h and promises a range of up to 75 km on a single charge.
The suspension of the vehicle is provided by telescopic forks at the front and two shock absorbers at the rear.
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(MENAFN- The Peninsula) The Peninsula
Doha: Pakistan National Day was celebrated in Qatar with zeal and enthusiasm. A large number of members of the Pakistani community attended the flag-hoisting ceremony held yesterday at the Embassy of Pakistan, Doha.
Pakistan Ambassador to Qatar H E Muhemmed Aejaz hoisted the national flag. A smartly turned out military contingent from Pakistan gave salute to the national flag during the National Anthem.
National Day messages of President Dr. Arif Alvi and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif were read out on the occasion.
Addressing the community on the occasion, Ambassador Muhemmed Aejaz recalled the great sacrifices rendered by our forefathers in the struggle to achieve Pakistan. He paid rich tributes to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Allama Muhammad Iqbal and other leaders of the independence movement of Pakistan.
Ambassador stressed that this National Day is even more special as it marks the 50th Anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Qatar. Pakistan and Qatar share a long history of close and friendly relations, based on mutual respect, trust and understanding. Ambassador highlighted that bilateral relations between Pakistan and Qatar are based on historical bonds of a shared faith, heritage and culture. He also expressed the hope that bilateral relations would be further strengthened in the years ahead.
Ambassador thanked and appreciated the people and government of Qatar specially Amir H H Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani for his continued support and hospitality extended to Pakistani Community and to Pakistan, year after year. He also expressed pride in the contribution of the Pakistani community in the remarkable progress and prosperity of the State of Qatar.
The ceremony concluded with prayers for progress, prosperity and solidarity of Pakistan.
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(MENAFN) China’s securities watchdog has accepted initial public offerings (IPOs) from five companies in the science and technology innovation board.
According to the China Securities Regulatory Commission, Shanghai Awinic Technology Co., Ltd., Shenzhen Breo Technology Co., Ltd., Hunan Warrant Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Shanghai W-Ibeda High Tech Group Co., Ltd. and Sichuan Tianwei Electronic Co., Ltd. will be part of the science and technology innovation board of the Shanghai Stock Exchange, generally recognized as the STAR market.
The companies and their underwriters will confirm IPO dates and issue prospectuses after discussions with the exchange.
The STAR marketplace, installed in June 2019 and designed to retain companies in high-tech and planned emerging sectors, lightened the listing criteria but implied higher information disclosure requirements.
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