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The birds, which were chosen for their capacity to be taught such a skill, will be trained to pick up litter and discarded items through a feeding system.
For every butt deposited, the birds earn food. They collect the cigarettes, then drop them off in a specially designed machine.
The machine can distinguish between different types of objects, noting what is litter and what is material from nature, such as leaves. The project was launched by the Keep Sweden Tidy Foundation, with founder Christian Günther-Hanssen insisting the birds were“taking part on a voluntary basis”.
Known as“Corvid Cleaning”, those involved are hoping the crows will help keep the costs of cleaning the city's streets down. Mr. Günther-Hanssen predicts the pilot project could save the city around 75 percent of its current street cleaning costs, which amount to around £1.6m each year.
Cigarette butts are the No. 1 form of plastic pollution, with around 4.5 trillion tossed cigarette butts in the world today.
To keep the streets free of debris, Sweden spends around 20 million Swedish krona (about $2.2 million) on street sweeping. Günther-Hanssen believes that relying on wild crows to pick up cigarettes in exchange for food could reduce street-cleaning costs by 75% or more. Sharefacebook twitter whatsapp linkedin email print tumblr telegram
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(MENAFN- Morocco World News) Rabat - Greenpeace Mediterranean has launched Youth Solar, a project aiming to promote solar energy in Morocco through youth education.
In a statement released July 31, the international environmental advocacy group said the initiative aims to create a "network of solar ambassadors" to catalyze "the deployment of decentralized solar energy in the kingdom to complement macro scale energy development."
For the project, Greenpeace has already trained over 20 Moroccan volunteers at the Association of Life and Earth Sciences Teacher in Morocco (AESVT) center in Casablanca, "empowering them to become true solar ambassadors that will spread the benefits of solar energy to local communities through a collaboration with NGOs and Moroccan key influencers."
The teachers went on to visit various communities around the kingdom, educating residents on the benefits of solar energy over the traditional butane and wood. One workshop in Ait Faska in the Marrakech-Safi region was assisted by well-known chefs Myriam Ettahiri and Moha Fedal.
Ghalia Fayad, the Arab world and North Africa Program leader at Greenpeace Mediterranean, stressed the effectiveness of the program structure.
"The network will create a solar multiplier effect whereby our trainers will be working with local environmental NGOs to pass on solar skills to the communities that most need it," Fayad said in the statement. "This will increase the accessibility to solar energy and will empower civil society organisations to be actors of the energy transition."
She stated that these education programs should be accompanied by economic incentives promoted by the government.
"Ideally, if green loans are made available, owners of solar systems could alleviate their energy bills and even sell electricity by providing excess power to the national grid through net-metering or feed-in tariff like it is the case in many countries around the world."
"But for that to happen, Morocco urgently needs to work on creating the necessary enabling environment at the legislative, regulatory, financial and infrastructure level for a fast deployment of decentralised solar energy."
Founded in 1971, Greenpeace currently operates in over 40 countries, working to "ensure the ability of Earth to nurture life in all its capacities."
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King Hussein to remain in Jordanians memory
(MENAFN)Jordan on Monday marked the 82nd anniversary of the birth of His Majesty the late King Hussein.
Battling with cancer, King Hussein died at the age of 63 on February 7, 1999.
King Hussein was the longest serving decision-making head of state in the world.
King Hussein was born on November 14, 1935, as the eldest son of King Talal and Queen Zein Al Sharaf. And he is a direct descendent of the prophet.
The king studied at the Islamic Scientific College and then in Victoria College in Alexandria. In 1951, he enrolled in Harrow College in England before receiving his military education at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in England, from which he graduated in 1953.
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Qatar, on Wednesday (November 30), announced gasoline and diesel prices for December 2022. Almost all rates have remained unchanged in the Gulf country for the last four months, except for a marginal change in premium gasoline prices.
Starting December 1, gasoline Super will cost QAR2.10 per litre - which is the same as in November. Diesel prices also remain unchanged and will cost QAR2.05 a litre.
However, the price of premium petrol has been reduced marginally for motorists, and the rate is set at QAR1.95 a litre, compared to QAR2.00 in November.
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The UAE will announce retail fuel prices for the month of December today.
After reducing prices for three consecutive months, retail fuel prices were increased by over nine per cent for November in line with the surge in global crude rates.
After peaking in July 2022 when retail fuel prices reached an all-time high in the UAE, the rates were reduced in August, September and October.
In July, Super 98 cost Dh4.63 per litre, while Special 95 and E-Plus were priced at Dh4.52 and Dh4.44 per litre, respectively.
As of November 21, petrol prices averaged Dh3.2 per litre in the UAE, which was nearly 33 per cent lower than the global average.
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(MENAFN- Jordan Times) right" > AMMAN — Ramtha top the Jordan Professional Football League as Week 9 kicks off on Friday after a two week break during which the national team managed a 1-0 win over Cambodia to qualify to the 2019 Asian Cup.
In the week before the break, Ramtha beat Hussein 3-1 to maintain their lead before facing Th
at Ras. Wihdat still trail in second place after a 5-1 win over Manshieh and next play Aqaba, Jazira are third after a 1-0 win over Aqaba and next play Yarmouk.
Shabab Urdun are fifth after a 2-1 win over Ahli and next play Manshieh while Faisali are sixth a
fter they were held 1-1 with Baqa'a and next play Ahli
Ramtha have so far upset all former champs beating Faisali, Shabab Urdun and Wihdat to remain atop the lead. Ahli's Mahmoud Wadi still heads the top scorers list with eight goals.
So far this season, reigning league and Jordan Cup champs Faisali beat Jazira to win the 35th Jordan Super Cup. Wihdat beat Jazira to win the Jordan Football Association Shield.
Last season, Faisali won their 33rd league title after a four-year break and combined it with the Jordan Cup. Ahli beat reigning league champs Wihdat to win the Super Cup, Shabab Urdun beat Faisali to win their second Shield title after they first won in 2007. Sarih and Sahab were relegated and replaced by Aqaba and Yarmouk from the First Division.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) The Ukrainian troops have not allowed the enemy to penetrate their defense lines in the east of Ukraine.
That's according to the spokesman for the Ukrainian Army's Eastern Grouping, Serhiy Cherevatyi, who spoke on the air of the national telethon, Ukrinform reports.
"We did not allow the enemy to break through our defense system anywhere, we did not allow them to achieve significant gains in their strategic offensive operation, we did not allow it to develop, therefore we can agree with this statement (the point of view, expressed by pundits, that Russia's offensive of Russian troops on the town of Bakhmut has stalled - ed.)," Cherevatyi said. Read also: russia's offensive on bakhmut “largely stalled” - british intelligence
He recalled Commander-in-Chief Valeriy Zaluzhnyi's report of March 24 that the difficult situation on the Bakhmut axis has been stabilized. "We control the enemy, we understand the directions of their actions, we understand their plan. We know our strengths and resources we rely on. We know that we will have enough of them to hold our front lines," added the spokesman.
Cherevatyi noted that the visit of President Volodymyr Zelensky to advanced positions in Donetsk region clearly demonstrates that Ukraine is confident about its capabilities. "There are local commanders on the ground. Everyone knows the algorithms of their actions. We have coherence and understanding of what needs to be done. This is precisely stabilization," he added.
The spokesperson of emphasized that over the last two days, the enemy tried to storm the positions of Ukrainian defenders near Bakhmut 18 times, while previously the number of assault attempts had varied from 35 to 50. "However, this requires detailed verification and analysis. "Perhaps the enemy is doing some kind of сastling, maneuvering their reserves," he added.
As Ukrinform reported earlier, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine this week visited advanced positions of the Ukrainian troops in Donetsk region, where he handed awards to Bakhmut defenders.
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(MENAFN- The Rio Times) Spain has chosen to arm its Air and Space Army's Predator B drones with AGM-114 Hellfire missiles.
Developed by Lockheed Martin , these missiles cost between $120,000 and $150,000 each. The Hellfire, a short-range air-to-surface missile, is known for its precision and efficiency.
Weighing 45 kg and measuring 1.6 meters in length, it has an 8-kilometer range. It's laser-guided, ideal for targeting small units and providing air support.
Recently, a Spanish Predator successfully guided a missile launched by an F-18 jet in Navarra, as reported by Infodefensa.
This operation highlights the 223 Squadron's readiness at Badajoz's Talavera la Real Air Base. They've been preparing to deploy these armed drones.
The Hellfire family, ranging from AGM-114A to AGM-114R, suits various helicopters and drones.
Lockheed Martin started manufacturing these in the 1980s, continuing with advanced models. Most versions after the K series are known as Hellfire II.
This missile can carry different warheads, including High-Explosive Anti-Tank (HEAT) for armored targets and fragmentation for urban areas.
The R9X version, with kinetic warheads and blades, is used for precision strikes in urban warfare.
Spain's exact model choice for the Predator B remains undisclosed. However, the AGM-114R Hellfire II, set for the Navy's Romeo helicopters, is a likely pick.
Spain Enhances Predator Drones with Hellfire Missiles
This order includes around thirty missiles.
Already part of Spain's Armed Forces arsenal, the Hellfire is deployed by the Navy's SH-60B Seahawk.
This helicopter first launched a Hellfire in 2020 at the San Gregorio training field in Zaragoza.
This upgrade significantly boosts Spain's military capabilities, especially in drone warfare.
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(MENAFN- The Post) MASERU – The Chess Federation of Lesotho (CFL) has delivered chess equipment worth close to M45 000 to girls' schools and disability centres around the country.
The equipment is intended for the players to learn and develop in chess and the association's secretary general, Tlhoriso Morienyane, said the CFL picked marginalised social groups as the centre of their drive.
The equipment is specially designed where necessary.
The chess boards for the blind, for example, are different from normal boards and Morienyane said teaching the sport in their case might take longer than usual.
“It's going to be different depending on how quick you can grasp it,” Morienyane said.
“Some may get it quicker than others so you can take maybe a month to three months and it also depends on the regularity of coach's visits,” he added.
“If the coach is going everyday then they can get it quicker, but once a week it may take time. It also depends on the interest from players because you can continue even without the coach.”
Morienyane said the association wants to be inclusive.
The primary schools that are beneficiaries are Ntlhoholetsane, St. Peters, St. James while the high schools are St. Catherine's, St. Mary's, Morija Girls and Holy Family.
For the institutional centres the beneficiaries are St. Bernadette Resource Centre for the Blinds, St. Catherine's, Itjareng Vocational School and Kananelo Centre for the Deaf.
The association has also extended chess to prisons and the Lesotho Correctional Service (LCS) also received chess sets.
Morienyane said because of COVID-19 it has been difficult to get access to the prisoners but the CFL have already spoken with the LCS to be given permission to teach the prisoners chess.
He said the same thing is already happening across the world and prisoners are competing in online chess tournaments. Morienyane said learning and playing chess is a way to also help contribute to the rehabilitation of prisoners.
“The interaction with the prisoners is allowed to a certain extent if we have LCS officers,” he said.
“They are of interest because we have few people that have learnt chess from prisons; they can play on their own and they have time (so) they can play chess,” Morienyane said.
“Chess has more literature than other sporting codes, so if you can read while playing you are able to learn quickly.”
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba calls on NATO countries to make decisions on the launch of production lines and arms supplies to Ukraine more quickly
Speaking with journalists in Bucharest, Ukraine's top diplomat noted that the last time he was invited to a meeting of NATO foreign ministers, he came with three words: 'Weapons, weapons, weapons.' 'Today I have three other words: 'Faster, faster, faster.' We appreciate what has been done, but the war continues. We proved that we can defeat Russia, that we can win together for the sake of the entire Euro-Atlantic space and the world,' the minister said, an Ukrinform correspondent reports.
In this context, Kuleba emphasized that Western countries should make decisions on weapons, on the launch of new production lines of weapons more quickly, and their supply should take place faster. According to him, this is what the ministers of NATO and Ukraine discussed today: how to speed things up.
Kuleba also expressed his belief that this will be the first meeting of NATO ministers where the issue of energy security will be as important as the issue of defense. 'Yes, transformers, generators and other equipment are very important. In this context, the comprehensive package of assistance, which is being handled by NATO and coordinated by the Secretary General, plays a very important role.'
Ukraine needs air defense systems: IRIS, Hawk, Patriot, as well as transformers, the minister summed up.
'When we have transformers and generators, we can restore our energy system and provide people with decent conditions which Putin is trying to take away from them. When we have air defense systems, we will be able to protect this infrastructure from the next Russian missile strikes, which will surely come. Unfortunately, this is a reality for which we should prepare,' the foreign minister explained.
As reported, Bucharest hosts the Meeting of NATO Ministers of Foreign Affairs on November 29-30. Dmytro Kuleba and his foreign colleagues will discuss further military aid to Ukraine and the restoration of Ukrainian energy infrastructure. The minister also holds a number of bilateral meetings.
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Srinagar- Jammu and Kashmir has recorded deficient rainfall since March this year, even as the upper reaches of the Union territory on Tuesday received light snowfall and rains lashed plains bringing the day temperature.
The fresh rainfall at most places of Kashmir brought respite from scorching heat to the people. However, Jammu and Kashmir as per the details gathered by a local news agency KNO has recorded large deficient rainfall since March this year.
The Union territory as per the data has recorded 77 per cent deficient rainfall from March 01 to May 11, which is considered as the large deficient rainfall as per the categories given by the MeT.
“Against the normal 288 mm rainfall, J&K has received only 64.8 mm rainfall in the last over two months,” the data reads.
Nonetheless, three districts of Jammu and Kashmir including Srinagar, Ganderbal and Baramulla have recorded deficient rainfall while rest 17 districts have been categorized in large deficient rainfall.
The three districts Baramulla, Ganderbal and Srinagar have recorded 158.1 mm, 111.8 and 92 mm rainfall respectively since March 01.
Kargil in the Union Territory of Ladakh has recorded normal rainfall, the data reads.
None of the districts in Jammu and Kashmir recorded normal or excess rainfall in the given period.
According to the data, five districts of J&K including Kishtwar, Samba, Reasi, Shopian and Ramban have recorded over 82 per cent deficient rainfall. The data shows the districts have recorded 99, 93, 85 and 83 and 83 per cent deficient rainfall respectively since March 01, 2022-May 11, 2022.
Meanwhile, Kashmir parts received fresh rainfall on late Tuesday afternoon, bringing respite from the scorching heat, which continued from the last some days.
Officials in the Meteorological department (MeT) said that the widespread moderate rain would likely occur at some places of Jammu and Kashmir till tomorrow—(KNO)
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(MENAFN- KNN India) New Delhi, Nov 21 (KNN) Bizongo, a vendor digitisation startup on Tuesday announced the acquisition of FactoryPlus, a factory digitisation app for factories operated by MSMEs to boost its AI offerings to enterprises.
With the acquisition, Bizongo will integrate FactoryPlus' mobile-first SaaS capabilities like factory inventory management, real-time raw material prices, news feed, and digital catalogues among others into its solution. FactoryPlus' investors Better Capital and Titan Capital will exit the company as part of this acquisition.
This acquisition will allow Bizongo to offer
an AI-powered raw material procurement solution, which will enable them to source raw materials from vendors at the least possible costs.
Bizongo said it will also facilitate embedded financing to help manufacturers combat delays in raw material procurement and supply chain challenges arising from blocked working capital.
Sachin Agrawal, Co-founder and CEO, Bizongo
said,“In order to support
MSMEs' ongoing success and expansion, it is crucial to address the critical issue of MSMEs' continued difficulty in embracing digital transformation. This is where
plays a key role in driving the
processes and automated technologies are the need of the hour for vendors to thrive in an increasingly competitive landscape and this is a key step in that direction.”
Vatsal Rustagi, Sparsh Koyarala, and Bikash Dash from FactoryPlus along with their team will join Bizongo. The startup didn't disclose the transaction details.
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(MENAFN) China's inaugural domestically produced narrow-body aircraft, the C919, achieved a significant milestone by successfully completing its maiden commercial flight from Shanghai to Beijing. This achievement symbolizes Beijing's ambitious endeavor to challenge the long-standing dominance of global aircraft manufacturing giants.
Developed by the Commercial Aviation Corporation of China (Comac), the C919 took off from Shanghai and reportedly arrived in Beijing smoothly, ahead of schedule by approximately 40 minutes, as reported by local media outlets. Zhang Xiaoguang, the director of marketing and sales at Comac, emphasized the importance of the first commercial flight, referring to it as a "coming-of-age ceremony" for the new aircraft. He expressed confidence that the C919 would further improve and excel if it successfully navigates the challenges of the market.
China Eastern Airlines, a state-run carrier, demonstrated confidence in the C919 by placing an order for five of these jets in March 2021. The initial delivery of the first aircraft took place in December of the same year, with the remaining aircraft expected to be received later in 2023.
With a seating capacity of 164 passengers in a two-class configuration, featuring both business and economy seating, the C919 offers a remarkable range of up to 5,555 kilometers (3,452 miles). This aircraft is positioned as a potential disruptor in the market, aiming to challenge the longstanding dominance of single-aisle jets manufactured by industry titans Airbus and Boeing.
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By Vugar Khalilov
Azerbaijan's Mine Action Agency (ANAMA) has built a new mobile field camp for mine agents in liberated Aghdam, Azertag reported on January 28.
The new mobile camp, which was constructed in line with the relevant instruction of the Cabinet of Ministers, will serve ANAMA employees involved in demining operations in Karabakh, the report added.
The camp is provided with the necessary conditions for operational, administrative and service staff.
The mobile camp is equipped with modern equipment and consists of containers of different sizes to meet all the necessary needs of the staff. There is a dormitory, a bathroom, a dining room, a laundry, a warehouse, an office and a medical center. There are also special places for keeping mine-sweeping dogs and repairing equipment and vehicles.
The camp is equipped with a football and volleyball court and sports equipment for the effective use of leisure time of the staff. It should be noted that in line with the 'green energy' concept, the camp is equipped with special light poles powered by solar energy.
ANAMA's mobile field camp in Aghdam region will serve to expand the scope of operations and increase the number of staff of the center. The mobile camp, which consists of containers, may be moved to another area in the future, depending on the direction of demining operations.
The Mine Action Agency continues to work to expand its material and technical base in order to accelerate demining operations on the liberated territories.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times)
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the 6th India Mobile Congress at Pragati Maidan in Delhi and launched 5G services.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inspected the exhibition at Pragati Maidan.
The 5G telecom services seek to provide seamless coverage, high data rate, low latency and a highly reliable communications system.
The three major telecom operators of the country demonstrated one use case each in front of the Prime Minister to show the potential of 5G technology in India.
The various use cases that will be demonstrated in front of PM in the exhibition include precision drone-based farming; High-Security Routers & AI based Cyber Threat Detection platforms; Automated Guided Vehicles; Ambupod - Smart Ambulance; Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality /Mix Reality in Education and Skill Development; Sewage Monitoring System; Smart-Agri Programme; Health diagnostics, among others.5G technology will offer a wide range of benefits to the common people. It will help in providing seamless coverage, high data rate, low latency, and highly reliable communications.
Also, it will increase energy efficiency, spectrum efficiency and network efficiency. 5G technology will help connect billions of Internet of Things devices, allow higher quality video services with high-speed mobility, and deliver critical services such as telesurgery and autonomous cars, among others. 5G will help in real-time monitoring of disasters, precision agriculture, and minimising the role of humans in dangerous industrial operations such as in deep mines, offshore activities etc.
Unlike existing mobile communication networks, 5G networks will allow tailoring of requirements for each of these different use cases within the same network.
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San Francisco, Feb 4 (IANS) Microsoft's new Bing powered by ChatGPT-4 AI will reportedly encourage natural language instead of keyword-driven search terms.
The new Bing went live but the company quickly shut it down, reports Windows Central.
Luckily, a user named Owen Yin was able to take a few screenshots and test out a few features before his access was removed.
According to the screenshots, the new Bing describes itself as a 'research assistant, personal planner, and creative partner at your side'.
The major change between a normal web search engine and the new AI-powered Bing is that the search bar is now a chat box, which is larger in size.
Users will be able to ask the search engine for specific topics or ideas and even ask for its opinion.
Moreover, it is expected that new Bing will also allow users to search the web traditionally if someone prefers using keywords in the search box, the report said.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency ) Baku, Azerbaijan, July 18
By Elena Kosolapova – Trend:
The price of OPEC basket of fourteen crudes stood at $46.80 a barrel on July 17, compared with $46.40 the previous Friday, the cartel said in a message.
The OPEC Reference Basket of Crudes (ORB) is made up of the following: Saharan Blend (Algeria), Girassol (Angola), Oriente (Ecuador), Zafiro (Equatorial Guinea), Rabi Light (Gabon), Iran Heavy (Islamic Republic of Iran), Basra Light (Iraq), Kuwait Export (Kuwait), Es Sider (Libya), Bonny Light (Nigeria), Qatar Marine (Qatar), Arab Light (Saudi Arabia), Murban (UAE) and Merey (Venezuela).
This is while the price for September futures of Brent oil has remained unchanged at $48.42 per barrel as of 2:45 a.m. EDT (UTC-4) July 18. The price for August futures of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) has decreased by 0.02 percent and stood at $46.01 per barrel as of 2:45 a.m. EDT (UTC-4).
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, November 21. TotalEnergies
seeks to maximize cooperation with Azerbaijani companies,
TotalEnergies Managing Director and Country Chairman Emmanuel de
Guillebon said, Trend reports.
He spoke at the ongoing SPE Caspian Technical Conference in
"We have a program to help some universities in the educational
process, and we send our employees to different areas of our
operations around the world. For example, we appreciate when our
Azerbaijani employees work in Africa, Europe, and other regions. In
this way, they gain experience in different fields of activity, and
when they return to Azerbaijan, they apply this rich experience
here. We also consider it important for the country to develop
local content, which implies cooperation with local companies,"
Emmanuel de Guillebon noted.
"We try to maximize this cooperation, but we do it in a
demanding way. When working with local companies, we expect them to
perform as well as international companies. We believe that in this
way we can best serve the interests of the country by raising the
requirements for the companies we work with, promoting competition,
and fostering industry development in the country," he said.
The SPE Caspian Technical Conference started today in Baku and
will continue until November 23. It will bring together global
industry leaders and technical experts to share perspectives on the
industry and address the unique challenges and opportunities it
Taking into account the key role of the Caspian region in
shaping future global energy dynamics, this conference, organized
with the assistance of the State Oil Company of the Republic of
Azerbaijan (SOCAR), will feature an expert-selected high-level
program, panel discussions on key issues facing the region, and a
unique opportunity for networking with experts in oil and gas
The program will include an assessment of the current situation
and offer important discussions for investors, operators, service
company representatives, and government authorities in the
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Australia's leg-spinner Adam Zampa has been drafted into the Royal Challengers Bangalore's team in place of Kane Richardson for the upcoming Indian Premier League.
RCB confirmed the news on Twitter. Kane Richardson pulled out of the IPL as his wife is expecting the birth of their first child.
Zampa previously played for the now-defunct Rising Pune Supergiant. Zampa finished the 2017 season taking 19 wickets in 11 matches at an economy rate of 7.54. The haul included 6 for 19 - the best IPL figures by a spinner, ESPN reported.
"We are disappointed to not have Kane's skills with us this IPL as he certainly on top of his game," Mike Hesson, Royal Challengers' team director, said.
"However once we found out Kane and Nyki's baby was due during the IPL, it's an exciting time and we were fully supportive of Kane wanting to be at the birth of the first child. When looking at our squad for UAE conditions we felt it was an opportunity to bring in another quality leg-spinner in Adam Zampa to provide cover for Chahal and also give us extra options if conditions suit spin as expected during the tournament."
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(MENAFN- AzerNews) By Ayya Lmahamad
Baku accounts for 56.5 percent of all coronavirus infection cases in Azerbaijan, the official website koronavirusinfo has reported.
Infection cases amounted to 16.5 percent in Absheron, 8.7 percent in Aran, 6.9 percent in Ganja-Gazakh, 4.6 percent in Lankaran, 2 percent in Guba-Khachmaz, 1.6 percent in Mountain Shirvan, 1.5 percent in Sheki- Zagatala and 0.9 percent in Upper Karabakh.
No cases of infection have been detected in Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic.
The number of coronavirus infection among those coming from abroad is 0.8 percent.
Additionally, in Baku, the largest infection rate is registered in Binagadi district - 14 percent, followed by Khatai - 12.3 percent, Sabunchu- 11.9 percent, Yasamal - 11.8 percent, Nasimi - 9.3 percent, Narimanov - 8.2 percent, Surakhani - 8.2 percent, Nizami - 7.4 percent, Garadagh - 7.3 percent, Khazar - 4.7 percent, Sabail - 4.4 percent, Pirallakhi - 0.3 percent.
As of July 30, Azerbaijan, the nation of ten million has registered 31,221 COVID-19 cases and 438 coronavirus-related deaths. Over 24,495 people have recovered from the disease.
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Vets Views: VA claims mushrooming in number and complexity
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The Government of Azerbaijan and the World Economic Forum (WEF) signed an agreement on establishing Azerbaijani branch of the WEF's Fourth Industrial Revolution centers' network, Trend reports referring to a source in the country's Economy Ministry.
According to the source, the document was signed by the WEF's President Borge Brende and the Ministry's Chief Mikayil Jabbarov.
The activities of the Azerbaijani branch, which began work on April 1, 2021, are based on the Memorandum of Understanding signed on January 21, 2020, within the WEF in Davos (Switzerland) by the President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and the WEF president.
'Such a center is the first in the CIS. Its functions will be performed by ‘Center for Analysis and Coordination of the Fourth Industrial Revolution' public entity under the Ministry of Economy, noted the source.
The center was established by the Azerbaijani president's decree of January 6, 2021. The main goal of the center is to make the most of the opportunities created by the Fourth Industrial Revolution to bring Azerbaijan into the number of the world's leading countries in this area.
'Therefore, cooperation with such a leading organization, as a network of centers of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, can be considered a successful start, the source further noted.
The Fourth Industrial Revolution centers' network was established by the WEF in March 2017. Having come to the conclusion that it was necessary to work together to adapt to the fast development rates through advanced technologies, the WEF began organizing similar centers managed by partners.
Currently, 13 centers of the Fourth Industrial Revolution are functioning, of which nine are subsidiary centers, three - centers managed by the WEF, and one is the network's headquarters in San Francisco.
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(MENAFN- Arab Times) KUWAIT CITY, Oct 18: Central Agency for Public Tenders will this month float the tender for installation of smart meters for electricity and water usage after completing all the conditions and specifications of the tender, reports Al-Anba daily.
According to informed sources, the tender involves supply of 200,000 smart meters for electricity and 100,000 smart meters for water usage. The tender will be open for all the companies in order to extend the competition to the highest number of companies.
Zain Company is on the verge of completing the installation of 50,000 smart meters based on the contract signed with Ministry of Electricity and Water after it won the relevant tender.
Meanwhile, Ministry of Electricity and Water has started operating a number of wells in Shaqaya area following the theft of electrical transformers from 153 wells.
According to sources, the cost of each transformer is about KD 5,000. The ministry is now preparing to float a tender for purchasing new transformers in place of the stolen ones. They said the water from these wells are mixed with filtered water and then used to water the plants in gardens, wash cars and offer water for camels.
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Republic of Korea Navy ship ROKS Chungmugong Yi Sun-sin (DDH 975) and Italian Navy frigate ITS Luigi Rizzo (F 595) rehearsed ship and helicopter maneuvers while sharing best practices on vessel boarding procedures to enhance collaboration on combating maritime piracy.
“The Korean and Italian ships collaborated, from the planning to execution making this a very successful interaction,” said Capt. Yoon Sung-won, commanding officer for Chungmugong Yi Sun-sin.“We have demonstrated seamless teamwork and the ability to respond promptly in any situation.”
During the training, Chungmugong Yi Sun-sin operated in support of Combined Task Force (CTF) 151, one of four operational task forces under Combined Maritime Forces, which includes 38 member-nations and partners. CTF 151 conducts counter-piracy missions led by Republic of Korea Navy Rear Adm. Ko Seung-bum.
“Our warships have once again joined forces. Through continuous training, we will strengthen the combined operational capabilities,” said Ko.
Luigi Rizzo participated while operating under Task Force (TF) 465, a multinational naval unit from European Union Naval Forces that also focuses on countering piracy in the Middle East.
Task forces from Combined Maritime Forces and European Union Naval Forces regularly collaborate to enhance interoperability through combined patrols and joint training. Japanese and Italian navy warships previously conducted combined training in the Gulf of Aden, April 8, while supporting CTF 151 and TF 465 respectively.
Established in 2009, CTF 151 conducts maritime security operations to deter, disrupt and suppress piracy and armed robbery at sea, outside the Horn of Africa. The task force is headquartered in Bahrain with U.S. Naval Forces Central Command, U.S. Fifth Fleet and Combined Maritime Forces.
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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) In what comes as a major development, North Korea has announced its decision to expel US soldier Travis King, who illegally crossed the border from South Korea in July. The state media KCNA reported this decision on Wednesday, following a comprehensive investigation into his border crossing earlier this year.
North Korea claims that King harbored feelings of discontent regarding the alleged inhumane treatment and racial discrimination he faced within the US army.
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According to reports citing a statement from Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un's government, King had expressed his willingness to seek refuge either in North Korea or a third country. However, the statement did not provide specifics about whether the US soldier would be relocated within North Korea or deported to the United States.
This move by North Korea echoes a similar claim made in August of this year by the North Korean news agency.
Accusations have been made by the United States, South Korea, and other countries that North Korea uses foreign detainees to leverage diplomatic concessions. Some individuals, upon their release, have stated that any declarations of guilt made while in North Korean custody were made under duress.
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A US Defense Department official, speaking anonymously due to the sensitive nature of the matter, emphasized that the US currently lacks a means to independently verify North Korea's claims regarding Travis King. The official stated that the Pentagon is actively pursuing all available channels to facilitate King's return to the United States.
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(MENAFN- Gulf Times) The use of treated sewage water in six centralised cooling districts in different areas of the country has helped the Qatar General Electricity and Water Corp (Kahramaa) save no less than QR38mn in the third quarter of this year, it was informed at a quarterly review meeting of the senior officials and section heads yesterday.
Treated sewage water was used for cooling in approximately 4.7mn cu m.
The authorities reported that with the partial opening of Umm Al Houl Station on the southern side of the country, there has been an increase in the daily supply of water in Qatar by nearly 14%.
Approximately 6mn gallons of water is supplied from the new facility. Almost 15% of the total supply of pumped water in the country is from Umm Al Houl.
It was also announced that works at the locations where major water storage tanks and reservoirs have passed 91mn hours without injury.
One of the major achievements of the third quarter was Kahramaa's construction of a 6-storey car park in the high density Grand Hamad area.
The parking, built at a cost of QR155mn, provides space for 275 vehicles. It was pointed out that the response time to attend subscriber complaint reduced by about 10%.
Similarly, substantial improvement was noted in the quality of potable water supplied for consumption.
Officials said the water meets the top standards stipulated by the World Health Organisation. The improvement in reducing the water leaking in the networks, by almost 4%. Officials also reported considerable improvement in the overall financial performance.
They hoped it would contribute to achieving better financial sustainability in the corporation.
The meeting, chaired by Kahramaa president and senior engineer Issa bin Hilaal-Kuwari, brought together directors of various departments and other senior officials, including heads of various sections.
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(MENAFN- Baystreet.ca) Dow Follows Earnings into Stratosphere
U.S. stocks rose Thursday after better-than-expected earnings reports from Bank of America and other major companies.
The Dow Jones Industrials leaped 385.58 points, or 1.1%, to 34,763.39.
The S&P 500 gained 53.43 points, or 1.2%, to 4,417.23.
The NASDAQ Composite jumped 197.09 points, or 1.4%, to 14,768.72.
Third-quarter earnings season rolled on Thursday with several big banks and Dow members reporting financial results before the bell.
Eight members of the S&P 500 reported earnings Thursday morning and all eight beat earnings-per-share expectations from Wall Street.
Bank of America saw its shares rise in the premarket after beating earnings expectations. Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo and Citigroup shares both ticked lower despite earnings beats.
Dow constituent UnitedHealth also gained after the companies' quarterly results topped estimates and was the top performer on the blue-chip average.
Walgreens Boots Alliance shares ticked down even after the drugstore chain beat expectations. The company announced it would become majority owner of VillageMD with a $5.2-billion investment.
A lower-than-anticipated number of weekly jobless claims added to the positive market sentiment. Initial unemployment insurance claims last week totaled 293,000 – the first time the tally fell below the 300,000 level during the pandemic-era.
September's producer price index was lighter than expected, also helping sentiment. Wholesale prices rose 0.5% from the month prior versus the 0.6% Dow Jones estimate.
Prices for 10-year Treasurys gained, lowering yields to 1.53% from Wednesday's 1.54%. Treasury prices and yields move in opposite directions.
Oil prices regrouped 28 cents to $80.72 U.S. a barrel.
Gold prices added $2.40 to $1,797.10 U.S. an ounce.
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A Vistara flight from Varanasi to Mumbai returned to its origin after being hit by a bird, informed the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Friday.
The DGCA said that the aircraft had landed safely in Varanasi and the radome was damaged.
However, the aircraft has been declared aircraft on the ground (AOG).
'The A320 aircraft VT-TNC operating flight UK622 (Varanasi-Mumbai) was involved in an air turn back to Varanasi due to a bird hit. The aircraft has landed safely in Varanasi and the radome is damaged. The aircraft is declared aircraft on ground (AOG),' said DGCA.
Earlier on Friday, an aircraft of Go First returned to Ahmedabad after it suffered a bird strike within a few minutes of takeoff.
On June 20, a Delhi-bound aircraft of the SpiceJet airlines carrying 185 passengers caught fire soon after taking off from the Patna airport and made an emergency landing minutes later due to a bird hit. On the same day, another Delhi-bound IndiGo flight from Guwahati returned to Guwahati airport due to a suspected bird hit after the takeoff.
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DGCA had said that such incidents take place on a daily basis, but these occurrences hardly have any safety implications. 'On average, about 30 incidents do take place, including go-around, missed approaches, diversion, medical emergencies, weather, technical and bird hits,' the top DGCA official told ANI.
'Most of them have no safety implications. On the contrary, they are a sine qua non of a robust safety management system,' he added.
A Delhi-bound GoAir aircraft was rejected takeoff from Leh due to a dog on the runway.
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Jaffna Kings hit the winning trail by a comprehensive 8-wicket hammering of Dambulla Giants on the third day of the Lanka Premier League at the R. Premadasa Stadium on Tuesday.
It was a king size finish by Thursday Peters's team as they made it in a canter reaching 114 for 2 off only 12.3 overs with Tom Kohler-Cadmore finishing on an unbeaten 45 off 30 balls with Shoaib Malik unleashing the final flourish smashing 3 sixes in his unbeaten 26 off 10.
Dambulla Giants could muster only 110 off 19.3 overs against the spin of Wanindu Hasaranga's 3 for 16 and Maheesh Theekshana's 3 for 22 with quick Suranga Mammal taking 2 for 28.
Upfront opening batsman Avishka Fernando set the tempo with a 27-ball 33 heightened by 3 over the top to good effect and a boundary. He shared in a second wicket partnership of 76 with Cadmore. Maheesh Theekshan claimed the Player of the match award.
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United Nations, May 27 (IANS) The UN Security Council has adopted a resolution to renew an arms embargo against South Sudan as well as targeted sanctions of travel ban and asset freeze against individuals and entities until May 31, 2023.
Resolution 2633, which was adopted on Thursday with 10 votes in favour and five abstentions, also extends the mandate of the Panel of Experts, which assists the work of the South Sudan Sanctions Committee, till July 1, 2023, reports Xinhua news agency.
China, Gabon, India, Kenya, and Russia abstained.
The resolution decides that the arms embargo shall not apply to the supply, sale or transfer of non-lethal military equipment, solely in support of the implementation of the terms of the peace agreement, as notified in advance to the Sanctions Committee.
It also reiterates the Security Council's readiness to review arms embargo measures, through modification, suspension, or progressive lifting of these measures, in the light of progress achieved on the key benchmarks as set out in last year's Resolution 2577, and encourages the South Sudan authorities to achieve further progress in this regard.
The resolution requests the UN Secretary-General, in close consultation with the UN Mission in South Sudan and the Panel of Experts, to conduct, no later than April 15, 2023, an assessment of progress achieved on the key benchmarks.
It also requests the South Sudanese authorities to report, by the same date, to the Sanctions Committee on the progress achieved in this regard.
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Doha: Carrefour Qatar announced yesterday that it is championing its customers and offering a helping hand through the launch of its latest Ramadan campaign. The leading retailer is offering discounts on a wide range of items until the end of Ramadan, helping customers to come together, shop smarter and live better throughout the holy month and beyond.
Based on qualitative data studies and focus groups, Carrefour Qatar's latest campaign has been co-created with customers at the forefront. The brand has committed to acting as a support system for the true champions of Ramadan; that is, the hosts preparing nutritious dishes for Iftar, the shoppers buying Ramadan essentials on a budget, the decorators making the home look special, and the volunteers giving back to the community.
Laurent Hausknecht, Carrefour Regional Director, said:“We are here to support our surrounding communities through the hard times as well as the best of times – whether that's keeping our prices as low as possible amidst the rising cost of living, or helping families to celebrate Ramadan with those they love. Carrefour Qatar is dedicated to making it possible for customers to cherish each moment of the holy month. This will be achieved through our exceptional promotions, exciting activations and meaningful initiatives – taking the pressure off them so that they can connect with their families and give back to the wider community.”
With consumers tending to shop more and buy groceries in larger volumes than usual during Ramadan, Carrefour Qatar has announced exclusive online special offers on orders, as well as a competition to enter a draw for a chance to win a car. Extra stock during the month of Ramadan will accommodate uninterrupted supply flow, and online deliveries ensure that customers can have everything they need within convenient delivery times.
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(MENAFNEditorial) Zulekha Hospital, a pioneer in UAE healthcare, has launched a new bariatric healthcare campaign to help tackle obesity and outline the risks associated with the condition.
The initiative, 'Obesity Keeps Good Health Away', has been developed to encourage UAE residents to arrange consultations and be made aware of the serious, life threatening health issues that obesity can lead to.
From now until 31 December, patients can take advantage of free specialist consultations by Zulekha Hospital bariatric surgeons as well as receive a free obesity assessment. The campaign forms part of the hospital's initiative dedicated to promoting good health and fighting obesity across the Emirates.
Tahir Shams, Managing Director of Zulekha Hospital, said: "Obesity continues to be one of the biggest threats to the health of UAE nationals and residents, which is why our drive to encourage the community to take advantage of the free consultations is so important. We want patients to know that through the effective use of bariatric surgery, obesity can be overcome."
The bariatric team at Zulekha Hospital Sharjah treat cases of moderate to severe obesity four to five times a week. Led by Dr Hussam Al Trabulsi, MD, MRCS, FEBS, Specialized in Advanced Laparoscopy and Bariatric (Obesity) Surgery, patients are helped to significantly lose weight, reduce cholesterol levels and lower their blood pressure.
The option of surgery helps to prevent the development of future conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, arthritis and cardiovascular diseases.
Dr Al Trabulsi said: "Bariatric surgery has been available at Zulekha Hospital for two years now and in that time, I have completed 180 successful procedures which have had a lasting impact on the lives of our patients.
"Initiatives such as this bariatric campaign have been created to help drive home the message that obese patients can go on to lead healthy lives. While we are all encouraged to lead an active lifestyle, the prevalence of obesity and heart-related illnesses in the UAE is still very high."
Those who wish to take advantage of the free service are invited to call 600 52 4442 for more information
One of the forerunners in UAE healthcare, Zulekha Hospital has earned widespread recognition for service to patients, collecting the Dubai Quality Award twice in the last four years. The hospital is frequently playing its part towards society and most recently spearheaded a new breast cancer awareness initiative to help reduce the incidence of the disease and save lives across the Emirates.
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Published: Tue 25 Oct 2022, 5:04 PM
Residents and visitors in Dubai can now use the RTA nol card to ride The Palm monorail.
“This initiative supports to integrate public transport networks and offers seamless mobility journeys for riders all over Dubai,” remarked Mohammed Yousef Al Mudharreb, CEO of Corporate Technology Support Services Sector.
Cardholders can now use nol to access multiple services.“The move boosts the connection of public transport means and serves Dubai's transit networks. The step adds to RTA's strategy to broaden cooperation with the private sector in line with the top global standards and practices,” added Al Mudharreb. What is a nol card
Nol is a smart card that enables users to access various RTA transit services. It is used to pay fares of the metro, buses, tram, and marine transport means such as the water taxi and the water bus as well as public parking slots.
The card can also be used to pay the entry fee for public parks of the Dubai Municipality, and Etihad Museum in addition to purchases
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Published: Sun 4 Dec 2022, 10:07 AM
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International Fashion Week Dubai celebrated eight years of success at its Season 14 edition recently held in Dubai.
It showcased Spring/Summer 2023 Collections from international designers. The event was presented by International Fashion Council and Opulence Events in partnership with Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann.
International Fashion Week Dubai Season 14 which was held between November 18 and 21 opened with an exclusive gala dinner at Soho Garden, Palm Jumeirah, a soiree that was graced by distinguished guests.
Designers featured at the ensuing fashion shows included Lebanese designer Missaki, Yoshii Boutique, abaya brand Hanayan, Archana Kochhar - who is popular among Bollywood celebrities and had Iulia Vantur model one of her designs, Awez Darbar and Nagma Mirajkar, Cristina Del Preposto from ReCiTi Roma, Italy, Katia Panteli from Greece, as well as MISBHV, The Zisou & BOHEMA Clothing from Poland.
Cheryle Dias, Founder and Managing Director of the event, said,“We did it once again. We all thank the Almighty for giving us the energy to put up such a show as every designer brought their top high-end creations.'
The high profile event was also attended by actress Fatima Al Abdullah as well as a host of influencers.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) The United States intends to transfer Mi-17 military transport helicopters to Ukraine to support the army's defense capabilities.
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said this at a briefing on Friday, January 21, Ukrinform reports.
'In identifying additional equipment held in Department of Defense inventories that can be delivered [to Ukraine] under the Excess Defense Articles program, among other mechanisms, we recently notified Congress of our intent to deliver Mi-17 helicopters,' Psaki said.
She recalled that 'the United States has delivered more security assistance to Ukraine in the last year than any point in history.'
'In the last year alone, we committed $650 million in security assistance to Ukraine; in total, since 2014, we've committed $2.7 billion. These deliveries are ongoing, including today there's more deliveries coming. In addition to traditional security assistance, such as the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative, the President has authorized the presidential drawdown authority to expedite lethal aid and meet Ukraine's emergency defense needs,' Psaki said. Read also:
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(MENAFN) The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has reduced its estimate of Vietnam’s gross domestic product (GDP) expansion this year, reaching 3.8% from a previous forecast of 5.8% in July.
The bank said in a report released on Wednesday that Vietnam’s economic expansion accelerated in the first six months of the year, mostly due to higher trading volumes, but a resurgence of the coronavirus pandemic that started in late April has tightened Vietnam’s labor market, reduced industrial production and disrupted its agricultural value chains.
The short-term estimate continues to be difficult for the country’s economy, with the prolonged wave of coronavirus being the main negative issue, especially if Vietnam’s vaccination rate does not increase significantly.
The country’s GDP grew 2.91% last year, the lowest rate of expansion recorded in the past decade. A target of around 6 percent for economic expansion this year was previously set by Vietnam’s top legislature.
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McDonald's U.S. sales continue to struggle in February
McDonald's Corp on Monday reported a bigger-than-expected drop in comparable global sales for February, hurt again by slow business in the United States.
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Ostend-Bruges Airport has had an excellent year. Last year, 369,300 passengers travelled through the airport, which is 67pc more than last year and again 81% of the number of passengers travelling through Ostend Airport in 2019.
“After two exceptional and difficult years, 2022 could again see plenty of travel. The airport can therefore record exccellent passenger figures and an excellent occupancy rate over the full year,” says CEO Eric Dumas.“The summer months were again absolute top months for our airport. In July, August and September, we welcomed 140,000 passengers.”
In total, the airport received 369,363 passengers last year. That is an increase of 67% compared to 2021 and again 81% of the number of passengers who travelled through our airport in 2019.“A very nice result. In December, we welcomed as many passengers as in December 2019. A great harbinger for 2023,” says CEO Eric Dumas.
In 2023, the Turkish destination Antalya will again be added to the flight schedule.“In total, travellers can once again fly to 13 Spanish, Greek and Turkish destinations. We expect at least as many passengers in 2023 as this year,” Dumas concludes.
The number of business flights increased by 12pc at Ostend-Bruges Airport last year.“Business aviation is an important pillar for our airport. Since 2019, thanks to NSAC, our airport has a brand new Business Terminal. NSAC offers business travellers the speed, comfort and discretion they need. This increase is a great reward for NSAC's hard work and investment. Together with NSAC, we will continue to promote our airport,” Dumas said.
In 2022, NSAC also inaugurated 12 new General Aviation hangars. These hangars are a huge asset for General Aviation activities at our airport and will also attract new commercial activity from smaller aviation players.
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In the early hours of Monday, the Israeli occupation regime embarked on an intense bombardment campaign targeting the densely overcrowded southern Gaza city of Rafah, killing and injuring hundreds of civilians, including a significant number of children and women.
Health authorities in Rafah reported the tragic killing of more than 100 civilians, including children and women, with hundreds more wounded. The casualties were rushed to hospitals across the city.
The Palestinian Red Crescent stated that Rafah is witnessing fierce Israeli airstrikes concentrated in the city center, hitting residential homes near the Red Crescent headquarters.
Director of Kuwait Hospital in the city, Suhaib Al-Hams, said the hospital is overwhelmed with seriously wounded patients and lacks sufficient medications and supplies.
Local sources said that Israeli warplanes launched approximately 40 airstrikes, targeting numerous homes and mosques sheltering displaced individuals across the city. This was accompanied by intense artillery shelling and naval bombardment on Rafah.
Civilian vehicles carrying casualties arrived at Kuwaiti Hospital in Rafah, while hundreds evacuated to the hospital to escape the ongoing bombardment, according to local sources and witnesses.
Among the targeted mosques were Al-Rahma in Shaboura and Al-Huda in the Yibna refugee camps, both accommodating dozens of displaced families, along with more than 14 inhabited houses. The Israeli airstrikes also extended to areas near the border with Egypt.
Estimates indicate around 1.4 million citizens and internally displaced refugees are currently present in Rafah after Israeli occupation forces compelled hundreds of thousands of Palestinians from northern Gaza to relocate southwards in the early stages of the current aggression.
In a preliminary toll, the Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip since October 7 has resulted in the murder of over 28,176 individuals, the majority of whom are innocent civilians, and over 68,000 injuries.
Worse still, the aggression has resulted in the forceful displacement of nearly 2 million people from all of the Gaza Strip, with the vast majority of the displaced forced into the densely crowded southern city of Rafah near the border with Egypt-in what has become Palestine's largest mass exodus since the 1948 Nakba.
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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) For travellers from India, here are seven cheap overseas places that are quite accessible and great for a romantic Valentine's Day break.
Stay at a romantic beachfront guesthouse on a small island, snorkel in pristine seas, or take a sunset cruise.
Just a short flight away, Nepal offers breathtaking mountain scenery, serene lakes, and rich cultural experiences.
Enjoy a romantic beach holiday in Mirissa, trekking in Ella, or seeing Kandy and Sigiriya's cultural sites.
Thailand is an excellent choice for a romantic escape with its diverse attractions and affordable prices.
Bhutan offers tranquillity and spirituality on a budget. Visit historic monasteries, trek through beautiful scenery, and experience Bhutanese culture.
While flights may be a bit pricier, once you're in Bali, you'll find plenty of affordable accommodations, delicious street food, and breathtaking scenery.
Vietnam is a popular tourist destination known for its natural beauty, rich history, delicious cuisine, and affordable travel options.
Malaysia is perfect for budget travellers due to its unique culture, breathtaking scenery, and low rates.
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By Caribbean News Global contributor
BELMOPAN, Belize – Jose Abelardo Mai, minister of agriculture, food security and enterprise, received a disbursement of US$108,000 for the Breeding Sheep and Goat Production and Guidance System Enhancement Project from H.E. David Kuan-Chou Chien, ambassador of the Republic of China (Taiwan) to Belize.
“This is a tangible sign of commitment to the agreement between Taiwan International Cooperation Development Fund (Taiwan ICDF) and the ministry on cooperation to improve the sheep and goat industry in Belize,” said the government press release.
Taiwan assists Sheep and Goat farmers in Belize.
“The funds will be fully invested in support of infrastructure expansion at the National Sheep and Goat Breeding Center at Central Farm. The old conveyor belt system, which is used to remove waste from under the raised-floor barn, will be renovated and modernized. A backup well will be drilled with an irrigation pumping system to ensure a consistent water supply during the dry season as well as upgraded standardized goat compartments for the new barn that is presently under construction. All of these components will ensure better management and robust development of the recently imported goats.”
The ministry of agriculture, food security and enterprise while extending their sincere gratitude to the Republic of China (Taiwan) for their continued support and collaboration in improving the sheep and goat industry in Belize, said:“Additionally,“the funds will benefit and strengthen the marketing element for both local and regional marketing assessments, as well as pending workshops and field days for capacity building of producers. The funding will help to facilitate articulation of market linkages and workshops that are focused on the training of extension officers, technicians and farmers to continue improving their knowledge and skills in sheep and goat rearing techniques and productivity.”
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(MENAFN- ABN Newswire) Sydney, Aug 29, 2017 AEST (ABN Newswire) - Genex Power Limited () (Genex or Company) is pleased to advise that Queensland's Department of Energy and Water Supply (DEWS) has issued Genex's wholly owned subsidiary, Genex (Solar) Pty Ltd, a Generation Authority for the 50 MW Kidston Solar Stage 1 (KS1).
The Generation Authority is a critical regulatory requirement to enable any new power station to connect to the National Electricity Market (NEM).
Commenting on the issuing of the Generation Authority, Genex's Managing Director Michael Addison said: "Genex continues to work constructively with Queensland's Department of Energy and Water Supply to develop KS1. The Generation Authority is a critical regulatory requirement and Genex is pleased to have secured this milestone. By securing the Generation Authority, Genex is now one step closer to energisation and first revenue in December 2017 with Practical Completion in Q1 2018."
About Genex Power Ltd
() is a power generation development company listed on the ASX. The Company is focused on innovative clean energy generation and electricity storage solutions which deliver attractive commercial returns for shareholders. Following Financial Close of Kidston Solar Stage 1 (50MW) Project, the Company's focus will now move onto the development of its 250MW Kidston Pumped Storage Hydro Project and the Kidston Solar Project Phase Two 270MW located at the Kidston Renewable Energy Hub, in Northern Queensland.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times)
Published: Sat 4 Dec 2021, 6:46 PM
Sharjah, on Saturday, announced the launch of the first-ever Sharjah Events Festival. The diverse two-day event is set to take place on December 10 – 11, at the Al Majaz Amphitheatre, Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB) said.
A total of 25 public and private entities in Sharjah will be participating in the event which will be held from 4 pm-11 pm on Friday and 2 pm-10 pm on Saturday.
Under the slogan, #See_Sharjah, the two-day event is free to attend and targets all members of the UAE community. The diverse programming agenda will feature entertainment, folk shows, music, sports, art and craft, and competitions, and other events.
Cultural enthusiasts can participate in poetry evenings, an array of workshops, shows and a raffle draw. Those who register for the event online will be included in a raffle draw and will be eligible to win attractive prizes, said SGMB.
The first day of the festival will witness the unveiling of Sharjah's 2022 calendar of events and celebrations.
Tariq Saeed Allay, the director-general of SGMB, said,“Sharjah's year-round events and activities fuel the emirate's journey of comprehensive community development. Through this first-of-its-kind festival, we will unveil Sharjah's cultural agenda for 2022, and at the same time, offer attendees a variety of family-friendly activities suitable for all segments of the community.”
“The festival also aims to provide networking and collaboration opportunities for participating entities along with a vibrant platform to showcase their work and activities to the community. Moreover, they will be able to connect and strengthen their relationships with the public in a fun-filled environment,” Saeed Allay said.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Any decisions regarding ending the war and ensuring peace must be fully approved by Ukrainians and respect Ukraine's territorial integrity.
This was stated by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic, Jan Lipavsky, who spoke in an interview with RBC-Ukraine , published in Ukrainian, Ukrinform reports.
"I repeat every time I'm asked that any peace must be fully approved by Ukrainians. It cannot be imposed or dictated to Ukrainians. It must respect the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Ukraine," the top diplomat said. Read also:
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According to Lipavsky, he stands against anything similar to "Minsk agreement or some variation of the truce, which will only pave the way for Russia to rearm and prepare its armies for the next round in a few years."
The diplomat noted that he is not aware of any "activity" in the sense of peace talks in the near future. At the same time, he emphasized that the Czech Republic is an active supporter of President Zelensky's Peace Formula.
"We are the co-chairs of the number one group dealing with nuclear safety issues. And we see that Zelensky's peace plan is the way forward," Lipavsky stressed. Read also:
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As reported earlier, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell, who spoke ahead of the EU foreign ministerial in Brussels, called for an increase in aid to Ukraine.
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(MENAFN) According to a Reuters analysis of government data, India experienced a notable decline in hydropower production during the fiscal year ending March 31, marking the sharpest drop in at least 38 years. Erratic rainfall patterns contributed to this decline, prompting increased reliance on coal-fired power generation to meet rising energy demand.
The significant decrease of approximately 16.3 percent in hydropower generation, the country's largest clean energy source, coincided with a shift in the share of renewable energy sources in India's energy mix. This shift represents the first decline since Prime Minister Narendra Modi's commitment to enhancing solar and wind energy capacity at the United Nations climate talks in Paris in 2015.
An analysis of daily load distribution data from India's federal Grid network revealed that renewable energy accounted for 11.7 percent of total energy production during the fiscal year, down marginally from 11.8 percent in the previous year. This decrease underscores the challenges faced by India in maintaining its renewable energy trajectory amid fluctuating environmental conditions and evolving energy demands.
India, ranked as the third-largest emitter of greenhouse gases globally, faces pressure to transition towards cleaner energy sources. However, the government has defended the continued use of coal, citing its lower per capita emissions compared to developed nations. Nevertheless, the decline in hydropower production highlights the urgent need for a diversified and sustainable energy strategy to mitigate environmental impact and ensure energy security.
The share of hydropower in India's total energy production plummeted to an unprecedented level of 8.3 percent during the fiscal year ending March 31, a stark contrast to the average of 12.3 percent observed over the preceding decade. This downward trend underscores the vulnerability of India's energy sector to climate variability and underscores the imperative for comprehensive measures to bolster resilience and promote a balanced energy mix.
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Azerbaijani citizens, having bought tickets for the TEKNOFEST International Aviation, Space and
Technology Festival on May 28, will be able to visit it after 20:30
(GMT+4) due to some changes made to the program of the festival,
Trend reports citing the Ministry of Digital
Development and Transport of Azerbaijan.
A grandiose concert is supposed to take place on May 28 –
Independence Day within the framework of the program.
The concert will last from 21:00 (GMT+4) till 23:00 (GMT+4).
According to the statement, preparatory activities will be
carried out in the festival area during the day, said the
The festival is being held by the Ministry of Digital
Development and Transport of Azerbaijan on May 26-29, 2022.
Meanwhile, the TEKNOFEST production office operates in Baku.
The full staff of the office consists of Azerbaijani
The event has been held annually since 2018, with the joint
organization of the Turkish Technology Team Foundation, which is
managed by the Turkish Ministry of Industry and Technology and the
technical director of Baykar Makina, in partnership with more than
60 Turkish state institutions, universities and private
The goal is to popularize such areas as aviation, space industry
and digital economy, to encourage entrepreneurship in these areas,
to identify the knowledge and skills of young engineers through
competitions organized within the framework of the festival, as
well as to present national technologies to the general public.
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(MENAFN- Pajhwok Afghan News)
KANDAHAR CITY (Pajhwok): The residents of Kandahar City, the capital of southern Kandahar province, have complained against the growing noise pollution in the city and said it caused disturbance for the dwellers.
Saifuddin, the resident of Kandahar City, said disorder and noise pollution had increased in the city which mentally disturbed people.
“There are a lot of traffic in the city, the sound of vehicles horns, generators in front of shops and in addition small loudspeakers are on to attract customers,” he said.
He said it was a serious issue and relevant officials should take steps to control this situation and ensure order and management in the city.
Bashir Ahmad, another Kandahar City resident, said the noise created by vehicles horns and engines caused more disturbances for the people and there is need for solution to this issue.
“Due to disorder and mismanagement most traffic are blocked in most points then the drivers press on horns, there is nobody to tell them why they press on horn unnecessarily,” he said.
Health experts also agreed that noise pollution was dangerous for the mental situation of people and if a person continuously hears voices he will get angry quickly.
Dr. Enayatullah Sharifi said:“Voice pollution is dangerous for the nerve system of human being and could not concentrate on a single point. Continued suffering from voice pollution hampered human brain so the better thing is that to keep yourself away from voice pollution.”
Mohammad Rahim Bashardost, information director of the Environmental Protection Department, said efforts to control noise pollution in Kandahar City had been intensified and they were jointly working with the Traffic Department and other relevant institutions to address this issue.
“After the takeover of Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan there is more traffic and more congestion in the city, we try to prevent noise pollution, roundup loudspeakers from the city and make regular inspection,” he said.
Kandahar residents linked the growing pollution with increase of growing use of old vehicles, burning of tires and unhealthy items for heating and other similar factors. They said due to government negligence these unfair activities could not be stopped which added to growing pollution in the city.
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(MENAFN- Asia Times) A Filipino who recently returned home after working as a maid in Kuwait said many of her compatriots were abused by their employers in that Middle Eastern country.
Leticia Orupe, 55, who worked in Kuwait for 15 years, said she was lucky to have good employers, but she was working in the country illegally. This restricted her movements, as she feared being deported, Philippine Canadian Inquirer reported.
She said that although her employers generally treated her well, her experience in Kuwait was painful. There were times when her employers' children threw glass at her and she sustained multiple injuries.
Aside from working as a maid, Orupe also worked at a salon, where she met many Filipinos and learned that many of them had been abused. She said some of them were covered in bruises.
'Life in Kuwait is really hard. The work is hard and we were lucky if we could find a good employer. One is lucky enough if she could return home alive,' she said.
Orupe took advantage of an amnesty offered to illegal workers by the Kuwaiti government and finally returned home to the Philippines on Tuesday. She said she did not make use of the amnesty earlier because she could not afford the travel expenses. With the Philippine government's assistance, she was able to fly back home for free.
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates:
Dubai Government Workshop (DGW) has been awarded the ISO 27001 certification, which is an international standard adopted to determine the status of an information security management system, as well as the extent of its application, maintenance, and improvement. The achievement reflects DGW's continual efforts to improve the quality of its services and enhance security levels of its information.
Abdulla Rashed Almheiri, Director of the Strategy and Corporate Excellence Office, stated that the certification reflects DGW's commitment to provide customers with the highest quality of services, and ensuring complete data security and privacy. Almheiri further noted that DGW is always seeking to adopt innovative solutions to improve its operations and provide superior services to its customers.
“We take pride in this achievement and see it as a motivation to continue improving our operations and enhance our customer service levels. This is a significant addition to DGW's list of accomplishments, in line with its goal to strengthen position as the leading provider of support and repair services for the Dubai government's fleet of vehicles, through an integrated system of solutions based on cutting-edge technology,” he added.
All organizational units in the entity have been subjected to the ISO 27001 Certification standard for information security management. These standards ensure the selection of appropriate security controls that protect data assets and establish the confidence of concerned parties. They also constitute frameworks for managing information security and improving the levels of confidentiality, security, and reliability of information systems, thereby reducing the possibility of unauthorized access to sensitive and confidential data, retrieving information, and preventing security breaches.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) It is fundamental for Ukraine that every crime committed by Russian invaders be fully investigated and receive a legitimate and fair verdict.
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine said this in a video address , Ukrinform reports.
"It is fundamental for Ukraine that every crime committed by Russian invaders be fully investigated and receive a legitimate and fair procedural extension – up to the appropriate verdict. And our institutions, together with partners, are actively working to this end," the president emphasized. Read also:
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In addition, he noted the ongoing work with American partners by Ukrainian law enforcement officials and Prosecutor General Andriy Kostin.
As Ukrinform reported earlier, the U.S. Department of Justice indicted four Russian military servicemen for war crimes against an American who lived in Ukraine during the full-scale invasion. This was the first such case.
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