(MENAFN - UkrinForm) The Cabinet of Ministers has already taken some steps to get the Verkhovna Rada to make a conscious decision to ratify the Istanbul Convention.
"My dream and priority for next year is the ratification of the Istanbul Convention. I dream that this bill is not only introduced in the parliament and voted for, but that a very conscious decision, free from stereotypes is made," Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration of Ukraine Olha Stefanishyna said at the 5th Ukrainian Women's Congress, an Ukrinform correspondent reports.
She stressed that the Government had already taken a step towards this decision by forming a statement that will be an integral part of the ratification document, in which tried to dispel all the myths and horror stories, strongly rooted in society by certain religious organizations.
In this context, the Deputy Prime Minister also noted that it may be worth noting that the Church is still separated from the state in Ukraine, and the Istanbul Convention is just one of many documents that need to be adopted.
"We have already made important decisions: discrimination on grounds of sexual orientation, on grounds of skin color is banned by the law, we have court decisions, and these are the changes that already exist in our country. So it's really a dream, I believe in it. We are working hard on this, and I want the ratification of the Istanbul Convention and further steps in its implementation to be a success story in our country," she concluded.
As reported, Maria Mezentseva, Chair of the Permanent Delegation of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, told Ukrinform in June that Ukraine could ratify the Istanbul Convention in the new political season.
The Istanbul Convention is a legally binding international act under the auspices of the Council of Europe, which covers issues related to violence against women (punishment and prosecution of criminals, protection and assistance to victims, prevention and counteraction to violence as a social phenomenon).
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(MENAFN- Morocco World News) Rabat – Abdelilah Benkirane, the appointed Head of Government, is expected to announce the new coalition government after his latest meeting with Aziz Akhannouch Saturday November 26.
According to Moroccan daily newspaper, Almassae, the funeral of Abderrazak Benkirane, a member of the Political Office of the National Rally of Independents (RNI) brought together Abdelilah Benkirane and RNI's Secretary General, Aziz Akhannouch last week.
The two were reportedly spotted talking with each other during the funeral. The RNI's decision, as to whether or not they will join the government, will be determined by the success or the failure of Benkirane to form a coalition government.
The same source revealed that Benkirane stated during a meeting organized by the Justice and Development Part (PJD) that the government majority would soon be achieved. The newspaper's 'well-informed' sources stated that the PJD's Secretary General met with Idriss Lachgar, Secretary General of the Socialist Union of Popular Forces (USFP).
The PJD's official website qualified Benkirane's meeting with Lachgar as successful as the parties' have found common grounds following a fierce exchange of accusations regarding Lachgar's ambiguous position on joining the government.
While Benkirane has been putting great effort into convincing RNI to join the government, the newly elected Secretary General of the party, Aziz Akhannouch, continues to avoid giving a final decision on whether or not to join the government. The RNI has made his participation in the government contingent on the exclusion of the Independent Party (IP) from the next government, which Benkirane has refused.
Almassae's source confirmed Benkirane's eagerness to pull in the RNI in order to obtain a comfortable majority in the long-waited coalition government.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency ) The Egyptian Space Agency (EgSA) started a space technology training course for 17 engineers and specialists from five African countries to boost their cooperation and exchange of expertise in the space field, Trend reports citing Xinhua .
Running from July 25 to Aug. 5, the 12-day program provides theoretical and practical training for the trainees who are from Nigeria, Sudan, Ghana, Uganda and Kenya.
During the opening ceremony, EgSA CEO Mohamed El-Koosy told the attendees that developing space technology is not easy, for it needs a longstanding experience and a considerable budget.
The 5,000-square-meter center is expected to be finished in March or April 2022, a year later than scheduled because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Egypt offered in late November 2019 to hold this training course on satellite and space technology, after it signed here in EgSA with Nigeria, Sudan, Ghana, Uganda and Kenya a declaration of the project of the African Development Satellite Initiative.
The opening ceremony of the training course was attended by a number of Egyptian and African officials and diplomats, academics, representatives from the African Union and other African organizations, as well as space agency chiefs of some African countries.
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(MENAFN- The Peninsula) The Peninsula
Doha: Banyan Tree Doha has unveiled the first Banyan Tree Spa in the Middle East.
Banyan Tree Spa is known for being one of the largest spa operators in Asia and now operates over 60 spas globally. Founded in 1994, Banyan Tree Spa takes a holistic approach to physical, mental and spiritual well-being by revolving massage techniques that have passed through the hands of many generations.
High-quality services are delivered consistently by graduate therapists trained in Banyan Tree Spa Academy in Indonesia and Thailand, renowned for in-house training and development of programmes such as unique signature techniques and treatment recipes.
Banyan Tree Spa focuses on a non-clinical approach based on Asian therapies. It celebrates the human touch and the use of herbs and spices.
Guests can now indulge in signature spa massages and treatments as Banyan Tree has opened its first Spa in the Middle East. Nestled in Banyan Tree Doha, the luxury oriental spa features exclusive male and female spaces equipped with treatment rooms, heated beds, a vitality pool complete with a Jacuzzi, relaxation areas, brine steam room, herbal sauna and a rain walk.
Banyan Tree spa is now open daily from 10am to 11pm. For reservations, people can call 4410 3334 or email [email protected]
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(MENAFN) In a fiercely contested Sunday derby, Galatasaray reclaimed the top spot in the Turkish Super Lig standings by securing a narrow 1-0 victory over Besiktas. The match, held at the Tupras Stadium in Istanbul, proved to be a crucial encounter for both teams vying for dominance in the league. Galatasaray seized an early advantage when Besiktas midfielder Al-Musrati inadvertently scored an own goal in just the second minute of the game, providing the Lions with a vital breakthrough.
Despite Besiktas' valiant efforts to claw their way back into the match, Galatasaray's defense held firm, denying their opponents any clear-cut opportunities to equalize. As tensions mounted towards the closing stages of the game, Galatasaray's Gambian defender Omar Colley found himself at the center of a controversial moment when he was shown a red card following a VAR inspection in the 90th minute. Despite being reduced to ten men, Galatasaray managed to hold on to their slender lead, securing a crucial victory in the derby clash.
With this important win, Galatasaray now sits atop the Turkish Super Lig standings with 75 points, reaffirming their status as serious contenders for the league title. However, their fierce rivals Fenerbahce are in close pursuit, trailing by just two points with 73 points to their name. Meanwhile, Besiktas finds themselves in fourth place with 46 points, facing an uphill battle to climb the ranks in the remaining matches of the season. As the Turkish Super Lig campaign progresses, the race for the championship intensifies, promising fans more thrilling encounters and unpredictable twists in the quest for footballing glory.
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(MENAFN) Ali Shamkhani, the secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, is set to travel to Iraq after visiting China and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Iraq is Iran's second-largest trading partner, with trade between the two countries standing at USD10 billion. The visit is aimed at addressing some "security challenges" in the relations between the two countries, accelerating economic agreements, and facilitating banking cooperation, according to IRNA. The maintenance of this volume of trade requires close coordination and cooperation between the two nations.
Earlier, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian had announced that Shamkhani would pay a visit to Iraq. Amir Abdollahian implied that the visits by Shamkhani to the UAE and Iraq were done in full coordination with the foreign ministry. He stated that the trips were being done within the existing security framework and were not a new phenomenon. A representative from the foreign ministry was accompanying him during the visits, he added.
Amir Abdollahian also emphasized that there was coordination in foreign policy and that everything was within the framework of the establishment and under the supervision of the president. He said, "Enemies should know that there is no disagreement." This statement highlights the importance of unity and coordination among Iran's leadership in dealing with regional and international issues.
Shamkhani paid a visit to the UAE on Thursday and met with several Emirati leaders, including President Mohammad bin Zayed, UAE National Security Advisor Tahnoun bin Zayed, and ruler of Dubai Mohammad bin Rashed. The top security official and the UAE president reviewed the latest regional and international developments, according to Iran's official news agency IRNA. The visit was aimed at promoting cooperation and dialogue between the two nations on issues of mutual interest, including regional security and stability, economic development, and combating terrorism and extremism.
The visits to the UAE and Iraq by Shamkhani reflect Iran's ongoing efforts to deepen its relations with its neighbors and strengthen its position in the region. These visits are also significant in the context of the changing geopolitical landscape in the Middle East, where countries are reevaluating their strategic alliances and partnerships in response to shifting power dynamics. Iran's engagement with Iraq and the UAE is part of a broader effort to build bridges and foster cooperation among regional nations, despite their differences.
The visit to Iraq is expected to focus on addressing security challenges and enhancing economic cooperation between the two countries. Iran and Iraq share a long history of cultural, economic, and political ties, and their relationship is critical to regional stability and security. The visit by Shamkhani underscores Iran's commitment to maintaining close ties with Iraq and its willingness to work with its neighbors to overcome shared challenges and promote mutual interests.
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(MENAFN- Saudi Press Agency)
1.3.2 Developing our children's character
We intend to embed positive moral beliefs in our children's characters from an early age by reshaping our academic and educational system. Schools working with families will reinforce the fabric of society by providing students with the compassion knowledge and behaviors necessary for resilient and independent characters to emerge. The focus will be on the fundamental values of initiative persistence and leadership as well as socialskills cultural knowledge and self-awareness. We will also promote cultural social volunteering and athletic activities through empowering our educational cultural and entertainment institutions.
1.3.3 Empowering our society
We will continue modernizing our social welfare system to make it more efficient empowering and just. Subsidies for fuel food water and electricity will be better utilizedby redirectingthem towards those in need. We will provide our most vulnerable citizens with tailored care and support. Together with the private sector and non-governmental organizations we will offer preparation and training to those unable to find employment so they can smoothly join the workforce whenever possible.
1.3.4 Caring for our health
Our health care system has benefited from substantive investment in recent decades. As a result we now have 2.2 hospital beds for every 1000 people world-class medical specialists with average life expectancy rising from 66 years to 74 years in the past three decades. We are determined to optimize and better utilize the capacity of our hospitals and health care centers and enhance the quality of our preventive and therapeutic health care services.
The public sector will focus on promoting preventive care on reducing infectious diseases and in encouraging citizens to make use of primary care as a first step. It will deepen collaboration and integration between health and social care as well as supporting families to provide home care when necessary for their relatives. The public sector will focus on its planning regulatory and supervisory roles in health care. We intend to provide our health care through public corporations both to enhance its quality and to prepare for the benefits of privatization in the longer term. We will work towards developing private medical insurance to improve access to medical services and reduce waiting times for appointments with specialists and consultants. Our doctors will be given better training to improve treatment for chronic diseases such as heart disease diabetes and cancer that threaten our nation's health.
19:39 LOCAL TIME 16:39 GMT
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(MENAFN) The new year carried with it hope that a long, painful season of high inflation was finally ending, but the U.S. economy may not be out of the woods yet.
In a message to clients last week, Ben Emons of the Connecticut-based NewEdge Wealth cautioned that “there are signs of a second chapter in the pandemic price surge,” mentioning higher than estimated inflation readings in the world. The signs include an unpredicted rise in the Spanish inflation rate after a five-month period of slowing cost expansion, before rises in the consumer price signs in Australia, Japan and Italy.
In making his case, Emons – a senior portfolio manager – mentioned Fed research shared last month that proposes inflation has become more coordinated internationally and is caused by many of the same factors, counting housing, energy and transportation. The study shows that if inflation increases in many developed countries, it might increase in the U.S. too.
“These are all forces in the works here,” he informed FOX Business. “Inflation has not gone to sleep. Inflation never sleeps. It’s higher, and it’s going to stay higher. It may go higher.”
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Latin Resources enters into funding agreement
() has entered into a funding agreement of up to $3.125 million with .
The Funding Agreement comprises of two Unsecured Convertible Notes for a maximum term of 36 months that will be available in 2 tranches.
The first tranche (Tranche 1) totalling $1.125 million will be available within ten days of the execution of the Agreement.
The second tranche (Tranche 2) totalling up to $2 million will be available if certain conditions are met after 80% of the face value of Tranche 1 has been repaid either by cash or shares.
The proceeds will primarily be used to fund Latin’s strategy of developing its Ilo Copper projects and the Guadalupito Andalusite project.
Each note is repayable by equal monthly payments over an 18-month period from date of drawdown. Each monthly repayment can be made at Latin’s option either through cash or shares or a combination of both.
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(MENAFN- Muscat Daily) Muscat- For young children from the Child Care Centre under the Ministry of Social Development, a special screening of the new animated blockbuster movie, Emoji, on a Sunday morning was a pleasant surprise that painted a cheerful smile on the children's faces.
'The special screening gave the young audience a unique cinematic experience to cherish. The kids were having fun watching The Emoji Movie. Thanks to McDonald's Oman for holding such a private screening of The Emoji Movie at Vox Cinema for our young children. It was truly a wonderful experience for them,' said Alya Hamed al Hashmi, media specialist from the Ministry of Social Development.
'Making children and the communities we serve happy has been a part of McDonald's philosophy. McDonald's brand promise is 'simple, easy enjoyment' that aims to bring joy and laughter in everyone's life. The special screening has been one of our most popular community initiatives enjoyed by many children from various communities over the past few years. We will continue to do it as part of McDonald's unique experience,' said Ali K Daud, development licensee and president of McDonald's Oman.
After the screening, children were treated to a movie-themed McDonald's dining experience, featuring Emoji Happy Meals along with their guardians.
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Lake Park couple honored as emerging leaders
Brant and Tami Bigger, Lake Park, received special recognition for their commitment to leadership and their community during the Emerging Leadership Program recognition banquet held last month. They, along with individuals from fifteen other counties in northwestern and west central Minnesota were recognized for their involvement.
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Moehe, US Embassy Concludes Programme To Improve Quality Of English Language Teaching
(MENAFN- Gulf Times) The Ministry of Education and Higher Education, in cooperation with the US embassy concluded recently the "Comprehensive Education Strategies for English Language Teaching" training programme.
The programme aimed to enhance English language teachers' and supervisors' skills and knowledge in schools for deaf and hard-of-hearing students in Qatar at all academic levels.
The training programme presented by Dr Susan Roman, a specialist in English language teaching and inclusive teaching strategies, included improving the quality of English language teaching and promoting inclusive education for 64 students in Qatar through ten training courses. In these courses, eight teachers representing all levels of education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students who received instruction in Arabic and various sign languages participated.
Maha Zayed al-Ruwaili, assistant undersecretary for Educational Affairs at the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, praised the partnership with the US embassy. She stressed that the education system in Qatar meets all students' needs, considers their differences, and is open to leading international experiences. It seeks to exchange experiences and best practices in the field of comprehensive education strategies for teaching English in a way that enhances the capabilities of teachers and benefits its students.
Timmy Davis, US ambassador affirmed the commitment of the United States of America to support educational programmes that achieve inclusiveness and enhance the learning experience for students with disabilities. He noted that this programme not only equips teachers with valuable skills but also contributes to strengthening ties between the two countries. "We are proud to collaborate with Qatar's Ministry of Education and Higher Education and look forward to further initiatives in the future," he added.
The "Comprehensive Education Strategies for English Language Teaching" programme represents the fifth partnership in English language programmes in the past two years.
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Editorial: Constant vigilance needed to beat synthetic drugs
The intense interest some people have with illegal drugs is simply beyond our comprehension.
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(MENAFN- Bangladesh Monitor)
Dhaka : Bangladesh has retained its position as the recipient of the seventh highest amount of money transferred by migrant workers among 10 top recipient nations in 2021. However, in 2022, the country may continue to experience a limited growth in remittance inflow of only 2 per cent.
The World Bank revealed the projection in a report titled 'Migration and Development Brief' published on May 10.
The top six remittance recipient countries ahead of Bangladesh are India, Mexico (which moved up to replace China in second position), China, the Philippines, Egypt and Pakistan.
However, among the eight South Asian nations, Bangladesh laid claim to the third highest remittance inflow after India and Pakistan.
Remittance inflow to Bangladesh increased by only 2.2 per cent in 2021 to USD 22 billion.
According to the report, the remittance growth was powered mainly by government incentives and support from migrants for their families back home.
In Bangladesh, except for a 24 per cent spike in March 2022 marking the start of the holy month of Ramadan, monthly remittance growth has been decreasing over the past eight months, mentioned the report.
The global lender, in the report, anticipated a 2 per cent remittance growth in Bangladesh in 2022.
The report cited the main drivers for the rise in remittances from the US to South Asia in 2021 such as economic recovery, fiscal stimulus measures, vaccine availability, record-high employment rates and wage hikes.
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(MENAFN- The Peninsula) The Peninsula
Doha: Indian Cultural Centre (ICC), as part of the mega celebration for the Azadi ki Amrut Mahotsav, organised an Art, Postcard, and Rangoli competition at Bhavans Public School with multiple patriotic themes.
An overwhelming response of 500 plus registrations was received for the event. The chief guest for the event was Sachin Dinkar Sankpal, First Secretary (Culture and Education) Embassy of India.
Addressing the event, Sankpal appreciated the parents' support and encouragement for their children's active participation in the series of Independence Day celebrations.
“This opportunity would help the current generation to know and understand the history of our freedom struggle,” said Sankpal.
President of ICC P N Babu Rajan addressed the gathering and highlighted that the students who have“participated in today's competition would be proud to celebrate 100 years of freedom after 25 years from now”.
The event was coordinated by Sumaa Mahesh Gowda — an active member of the ICC Women's Forum. Gowda thanked the entire team and said that the success of this event was due to the abundance of support from the volunteer team and ICC management committee.
Vice-President of ICC Subramanya Hebbagilu thanked Bhavan School management and their staff for all the kind support.
The other dignitaries present were the Past President of ICC and the Chairman of Azadi ki Amrut Mahotsav celebrations A P Manikantan; Chairman of advisory ICC K S Prasad; and Vice-President- ICC Subramanya Hebbagilu.
The winners of this event would receive their prizes in the upcoming grand celebrations for this month.
Other scheduled competitions — essay, poem, and freedom quiz — are to be held on August 14. All these competition themes are based on Indian Independence.
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You can soon buy NCERT books online
05 Aug 2017
From August 8, students will be able to order NCERT books online and get them delivered at their homes.
NCERT is launching a new portal to help students and parents who often have to turn to expensive publishers due to lack of supply of the Council's books.
The education body is in talks with Flipkart and Amazon regarding a potential partnership.
The move comes as a relief for lakhs of students
NCERT books are available online on some portals now too, but sellers often levy steep delivery charges.
This is expected to end the recurring problem of shortage of NCERT books: schools often force books by private publishers on students which are five-six times costlier.
The portal will also help the NCERT assess the number of books needed to be published.
Number of vendors will also be increased
Schools can place bulk orders and pay later. They will be able to collect the books from authorized centres. NCERT annually publishes a total of 364 textbooks in Hindi, English and Urdu. There are 680 authorized vendors. Approximately 42.5mn books are used in CBSE-affiliated schools.
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(MENAFN- Tribal News Network) ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) on Sunday presented its proposed agenda to be completed within the first 100 days of government if elected to power.
The agenda includes transformation in governance, revitalisation of economic growth and ensuring the country's national security.
PTI leaders Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Asad Umar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Pervaiz Khattak and former secretary-general Jahangir Tareen presented parts of "Imran Khan's First 100 Days Agenda" at an event in Islamabad.
Khan, making multiple religious references in his address, said that he envisions a Pakistan in which a leader is accountable even for the death of an animal.
All policies under this 100 days agenda will look into how to make education, employment and other basic rights accessible to the common man, said Khan.
Qureshi spoke mostly about regional disparities and presented the plan for the merger of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (Fata) with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a political reconciliatory process for Balochistan, as well as for the creation of South Punjab province on administrative grounds.
Asad Umar a policy to create 10 million jobs within five years would be formulated which would focus on provision of skills to youth as well as the party would promote the manufacturing industry and pave the way for speedy growth of small and medium-sized businesses.
He announced that the goverment's guest houses wold be turned into hotels and made available for the public, and that four new tourist spots would be discovered within the first 100 days.
PTI leaders claimed to Transform Pakistan into a business friendly country, tax reforms and construction of 5 million houses are also among the main points of the proposed 10-point economic policy.
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(MENAFN- Emirates News Agency (WAM))
ABU DHABI, 11th December, 2017 (WAM) -- Emirates Global Aluminium, EGA, has announced that it is hosting eight students from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MIT, to work on six innovative practical research projects at the company as part of their post-graduate studies.
MIT is the leading research university in the United States with a 150-year history of advancing knowledge in science, technology, and other areas of scholarship.
EGA has an ongoing partnership with MIT's David H. Koch School of Chemical Engineering Practice, a programme which provides post-graduate students an opportunity to apply their academic knowledge and expertise by suggesting 'out of the box' solutions for industrial problems.
EGA has worked with the MIT programme since 2015. The programme has a history stretching back over 100 years, with EGA being the first Middle East company to participate.
The students are working on new projects at EGA including exploring ways to improve maintenance, reduce emissions and improve productivity.
Abdalla Al Zarooni, Vice President of Technology Development and Transfer at EGA, said, "Working with MIT and other academic institutions in the UAE and internationally, brings fresh perspectives and solutions as we combine the latest academic thinking with our deep practical experience at EGA. I am looking forward to some innovative outcomes from this year's MIT projects."
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(MENAFN- The Peninsula) The Peninsula Online
Doha: Fans may now book the remaining tickets for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 as ticket sales reopened today.
This time, the tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis which will allow fans to confirm their ticket purchase right after making the selection and processing the payment.
Fans may avail their tickets via FIFA.com/tickets
There are four ticket categories for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 (Category 1, Category 2, Category 3 and Category 4), with Category 1 seats being the highest priced and located in prime areas within the stadium. Category 4 is reserved exclusively for residents of Qatar.
A resident of Qatar refers to any individual legally residing on a permanent or temporary basis in Qatar, including Qatari nationals and nationals of other countries. This may include, for example, individuals who permanently live in Qatar or individuals who are legally authorised to work in Qatar.
“We advise football fans to place their application as soon as the sales period opens, as tickets will likely sell out quickly,” FIFA said on their website.
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(MENAFN- Jordan News Agency) Amman, Jan. 17 (Petra) -- The world's largest airlift helicopter, MI-26T2, arrived on Wednesday in Marka Military Airport to join the Royal Jordanian Air Force (RJAF) fleet.
The Mi-26T2 is able to carry up to 82 passengers or 20,000 kg of load on a underneath sling cable or 20,000 inside the cabin. Normally it is manned by 5 or 6 crew members.
The cruise speed of the Mi-26 is 137 knots (158 mph / 255 kmh) at which it can cross 1,190 miles (1,920 km) with auxiliary tanks up to an altitude of 15,100 feet. The Mi-26T2 is the most advanced version that should be able to fly any time under the most adverse weather conditions. More Mi-26T2s will join RJAF fleet as part of a modernization and development drive designed to keep pace with technological advancements in the military domain.
17/1/2018 - 08:00:05 PM
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(MENAFN- Asdaa-amman) (Amman, Jordan, 26 September 2021): United Jordan Press (AlGhad) are pleased to announce their partnership with Airport International Group (AIG), the Jordanian company responsible for the rehabilitation, expansion and operation of Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA). Under this agreement, AlGhad will manage all internal and external advertising spaces at QAIA, running advertising campaigns for the airport, aimed at communicating with its visitors and travelers, and promoting its services; and for external advertisers facilitating their access to an important target audience.
The agreement was signed by AlGhad founder and chairman of the board of directors, Jordanian businessman Mohamed Alayyan, and the Chief Commercial Officer at Airport International Group, Deema Anani. This step came after AlGhad was selected as the preferred bidder by Airport International Group in competition with several companies.
“We are proud to include Airport International Group in our partners list” Mr. Alyyan said, continuing, “we are always eager to meet our clients’ marketing and advertising goals and needs efficiently and effectively. Within the agreement, we will utilize all our capabilities, including the latest digital solutions, to ensure that the group’s marketing and advertising messages are delivered in an optimal manner commensurate with the airport’s position and importance. We will work to maximize growth in commercial revenues by taking full advantage of the advertising spaces provided for advertisers at the airport, in accordance with the highest specifications and standards in this field.”
From his side, the CEO of AIG Nicolas Claude said: “We are pleased with our partnership with AlGhad, which will play a key role in operating the indoor and outdoor advertising spaces spread throughout Queen Alia International Airport. The role of AlGhad will not only meet the needs of external advertisers, through which we seek to enhance positive communication with our travelers to provide them with a better experience, but also our own marketing and advertising needs. He added “Together with our newest partners, we will continue to explore emerging advertising mediums, including digital platforms.”
It is worth noting that this announcement is part of a series of agreements concluded by AlGhad, with many institutions and companies from various sectors, with the aim of strengthening the advertising sector in the local market.
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Kuwait FM welcomes UNSC resolution on E. Ghouta truce
(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) KUWAIT, Feb 24 (KUNA) - Kuwaiti Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah welcomed the Resolution 2401, unanimously adopted by the UN Security Council earlier Saturday, to stop hostilities in Eastern Ghouta, Syria, for 30 days.
Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled thanked the UNSC member states for their positive response to the draft, put forward to the Council by Kuwait and Sweden.
The attitudes of the 15 UNSC member countries to the resolution reflects the unity of the international community in working for putting an end to humanitarian disaster in Eastern Ghouta as per the provisions of the UN Charter, he said in a press release received by KUNA tonight.
The adoption of the resolution crowned hectic lobbying efforts made by the diplomatic missions of Kuwait and sisterly Sweden to the UN over the last fortnight, he said.
Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled voiced hope that the resolution will pave the way for finding a mutually acceptable political solution to the conflict in Syria based on the outcomes of Geneva process and the relevant UN resolutions.
He attributed the success of the Kuwaiti diplomacy to the instructions of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, voicing joy that this achievement coincides with the Kuwait's national days celebrations. The Council approved the draft with a view to alleviating the suffering of the civilians in Eastern Ghouta and allowing delivery of aid to them after the Syrian regime's attacks killed more than 400 people and injured over 1,000 others there. (end) gb
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(MENAFN) According to the official figures released by the Turkish Electricity Transmission Corporation (TEIAS) on Monday, Turkey witnessed a significant decline in daily electricity consumption on Sunday compared to the previous day, with a decrease of 13.5%. The total electricity consumed for the day amounted to 720,827 megawatt-hours. Analyzing the hourly data, the peak power consumption occurred at 9 p.m. local time (1800 GMT), reaching 32,893 megawatt-hours, while the lowest level of electricity usage was recorded at 7 a.m. local time (0400 GMT), with a consumption of 25,643 megawatt-hours.
In terms of electricity production, Sunday saw a total generation of 709,848 megawatt-hours, which indicated a 13.5% decrease compared to Saturday. Among the sources of electricity production, hydroelectricity plants contributed 19.4% to the overall generation, while imported coal plants and wind plants accounted for 18.6% and 15.4%, respectively.
The data also revealed that Turkey exported 2,275 megawatt-hours of electricity on Sunday, indicating its role as an electricity exporter. On the other hand, the country imported 13,255 megawatt-hours of electricity during the same period, highlighting the significance of cross-border energy trade.
These statistics provide valuable insights into Turkey's electricity consumption and production patterns. The decrease in daily electricity consumption on Sunday could be attributed to various factors, including lower demand due to specific day-related activities or changes in weather conditions. Additionally, the distribution of electricity generation among different sources showcases Turkey's diverse energy portfolio, with a substantial contribution from renewable sources like hydroelectricity and wind power.
The availability and analysis of such data play a crucial role in monitoring and managing the energy sector, enabling policymakers and stakeholders to make informed decisions regarding energy planning, infrastructure development, and ensuring a reliable and sustainable electricity supply for the country.
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(MENAFN- The Conversation) Children were at the centre of the ancient Egyptian worldview, but they are often over-looked as a group in Pharaonic society. This study day brings together experts to discuss different aspects of childhood in Egypt: from kings to commoners, health, religion and afterlife expectations. Following on from sold-out study days on 'Women', 'Men' and 'Gods' in Ancient Egypt, proceeds from this event will go to support the Museum's new Courtyard extension project.
Annual Egyptology Study Day: 'Children in Ancient Egypt'
Saturday 10th February, 2018
Kanaris Lecture Theatre, the Manchester Museum, Oxford Road
All ticket sales will be donated to the Museum's new capital project, to create a new improved Special Exhibition gallery and British Museum partnership gallery of South Asian Cultures.
9.15 Registration: tea/coffee
9.45 Welcome and Introduction
10.00 Sons of the King – Carving a Name for Yourself – Campbell Price
10.30 Teething, Coughs and the Neshu Illness: Healing Remedies for Children in Ancient Egypt – Roger Forshaw
11.15 – Tea/coffee break –
11.45 A Rampart in my Heart: Royal Father-Son Relationships in the Early Ramesside Period – Nicky Nielsen
12.45 – Lunch – (please make own arrangements)
1.45 Egyptology in Manchester – Campbell Price
2.00 Lives short lived: What can we learn about the life and death of children in Ancient Egypt by studying their physical remains – Iwona Kozieradzka-Ogunmakin
3.00 – Tea/coffee break –
3.30 Pictures of a Life? Children's Portraits, Playthings and Personhood in Graeco-Roman Egypt – April Pudsey
For further details and to book a place please visit: www.bit.ly/ChildreninAE
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Luxembourg - HRH Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg received the credentials of HE Khalid bin Fahad Al Shahwani Al Hajri as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the State of Qatar (non-resident) to the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.
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During the meeting, HE the Ambassador conveyed greetings of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani to HRH Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg, and HH the Amir's wishes of good health and happiness to HRH the Grand Duke, and wishes of continued progress and prosperity to the government and people of Luxembourg.
For his part, HRH Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg entrusted HE the Ambassador with his greetings to HH the Amir, wishing him the best of health and happiness, and the State of Qatar continued progress, development and prosperity.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency)
BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 22. President of
Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev signed a decree on measures to design,
overhaul and reconstruction of secondary school No. 2 in Lachin
city, Trend reports.
According to the decree, in accordance with paragraph 32 of
Article 109 of the Constitution of the Republic of Azerbaijan, it
1. In order to design, overhaul and reconstruction of secondary
school No. 2 building in Lachin city to allocate 800,000 manat
($470,588) to the Ministry of Science of Education of Azerbaijan
from the funds provided in the state budget of the Republic of
Azerbaijan for 2022 for the reconstruction and restoration of the
territories liberated from occupation.
2. Ministry of Finance of Azerbaijan to provide funding in
accordance with the distribution provided in part one of this
3. Cabinet of Ministers of Azerbaijan to resolve issues arising
from this decree.
4. This decree comes into force from the date of signing.
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Those planning to travel to Duluth area urged to stay away
DULUTH - Those planning travel to Duluth/Superior and the North Shore areas in the coming days and weekend should check before travelling.
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India recorded 555 deaths and 44,230 new cases of coronavirus in the past 24 hours.
Government data showed that the total number of corona infections in the country rose to 31 million and 570 thousand, and deaths to 42,217 cases.
In Brazil, the Ministry of Health recorded 1,318 deaths and 42,283 new cases of corona during the past 24 hours.
Sources in the ministry indicated that the total number of HIV infections in the country reached 19 million and 800 thousand, and deaths to 554,497 cases.
In turn, the Mexican Ministry of Health recorded 381 deaths and 19,223 new infections with the virus, bringing the total number of infections in the country to two million and 810097, and deaths to 239,997 cases.


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(MENAFN- KNN India) New Delhi, Nov 29 (KNN) This festive season, automakers reported a 19 per cent growth in retail sales at 37.93 lakh units compared with 31.95 lakh units a year ago, according to a report in the Telegraph India.
The strong sales have provided some respite to the dealers amid growing concerns over high inventory levels.
As per reports, during the period, which starts from the first day of Navratri and ends 15 days after Dhanteras, passenger vehicle retail sales rose to 5.47 lakh units, up 10 per cent from 4.96 lakh units a year ago.
“While passenger vehicle sales remained muted till Navratri-Durga Puja with just a 4 per cent increase, sales picked up during Dhanteras-Diwali to close with a 10 per cent growth,” said Saharsh Damani, chief executive officer of the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (Fada).
Sports utility vehicles were the most sought-after segment. However, the inventory levels for passenger vehicles remain a significant concern as OEMs continue to push further dispatch, thus keeping the inventory rate near all-time high levels, the association said.
Three-wheeler sales also jumped 41 per cent and two-wheelers 21 per cent, while commercial vehicles reported 8 per cent growth during the period. Two-wheeler registrations rose to 28.9 lakh units from 23.9 lakh units a year ago, fuelled by rural demand. Commercial vehicle sales rose to 1.23 lakh units in the 42-day window.
Tractor sales fell 0.5 per cent, though it made a turnaround after reporting an 8.3 per cent drop during Navratri.
“This turnaround in tractors highlights the robust purchasing power in rural India,” Fada president Manish Raj Singhania said.
The low tractor sales can be attributed to the dent in monsoons this year, added Damani.
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(MENAFN) The capital city of Guinea-Bissau, Bissau, experienced a power outage after a Turkish energy firm suspended electricity supplies over an outstanding debt of USD17 million. Guinea-Bissau's state-owned Electricity and Water Company is tasked with settling this debt, with USD15 million expected to be paid within 15 days. Economy Minister Suleimane Seidi confirmed the situation, while also stating that negotiations are underway with the Turkish energy company, Karpowership, to prevent further complications.
Karpowership, a major global electricity provider and subsidiary of the Karadeniz Energy Group, has been the sole supplier of Guinea-Bissau's electricity needs since 2019. Unfortunately, due to prolonged nonpayment, Karpowership's floating power plant is no longer operational. The company is actively engaged with officials to find a resolution and aims to restore generation capabilities promptly.
This incident echoes a similar event in September when Karpowership ceased power supply to Sierra Leone's capital, Freetown, due to an outstanding debt of approximately USD40 million. As Guinea-Bissau navigates through this energy crisis, addressing the unpaid debt becomes crucial to restoring essential services for its capital and ensuring stable power supply for its residents.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, March 23. The Trans Adriatic
Pipeline (TAP) is a strategically and economically important
projects for Europe, which creates a new equilibrium for the
European countries, shifting the gas center from north more to the
south, Gianmarco Donolato, Head of energy and environment division
at Italian Geopolitica research center, told trend .
According to the expert, TAP, as well as the Trans-Anatolian
Pipeline (TANAP), were launched long before the war outbreak in
Ukraine, which led to energy crisis in the region, and now they are
providing Europe with energy security by means of
"Therefore, the current geopolitical situation in Eastern Europe
can only accelerate processes that had already been going on. As
the European section of the Southern Gas Corridor (SGC), TAP has
the capacity to transport approximately 10 bcm of gas per year, but
can potentially be expanded to 20 bcm," he said.
SGC's expansion potential is great and, at the same time, this
initiative involves many partners, the expert said, adding that it
will be beneficial, as well as challenging, as more interests will
have to be taken into account.
"In this regard, Italy, Greece and Türkiye will be placed at the
center of the energy market, which will require their active
involvement in broader political processes," Donolato added.
The expert also pointed out that it will be beneficial for
Azerbaijan to join such European initiative as the EU Global
Gateway. As he explains, this might be a way to exploit the new
trends at best and adapt Azerbaijan's resources to the main
"Europe will not stop being such an important consumer and its
market will not be disrupted overnight. Accompanying the transition
and be part of it will be challenging, but might be beneficial in
the long term," he concluded.
Azerbaijan's gas exports to Europe started on December 31, 2020
with the commissioning of the SGC comprising, beside TAP, of the
South Caucasus Pipeline Expansion and TANAP.
Export of Azerbaijani gas to Europe amounted to 11.4 bcm from
January through December 2022. In total, 22.3 bcm were exported
from Azerbaijan in 2022.
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(MENAFN- The Rio Times) Drausio Giacomelli, Deutsche Bank's Chief Emerging Markets Strategist, notes that Brazil's fiscal discussions and rising spending have led to global investor caution.
This skepticism is limiting the flow of foreign capital into the country.
In 2023, foreign direct investment (FDI) in Brazil's production sector plummeted by 40%.
Reports from the Central Bank highlight a decrease from last year's $68.8 billion to $41.6 billion.
Giacomelli highlights a lack of confidence among investors, particularly after President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's doubts about meeting the 2024 primary deficit elimination goal.
This uncertainty is evident in the country's asset prices, although the government is still maintaining the 2024 fiscal target.
Giacomelli notes that foreign investment in Brazilian fixed income is at a 15-year low.
The risk premium in Brazil is among the highest for emerging markets, reflecting this cautious stance.
This sentiment stems from concerns about Brazil's fiscal policy. Recent modifications to the fiscal framework have further eroded investor confidence.
Central Bank data reveals a significant withdrawal of foreign funds from Brazilian stocks and investment funds in recent months.
Additionally, global market adjustments due to expectations of prolonged high interest rates in the U.S. are contributing to these outflows.
Economic Policy Uncertainty
Giacomelli points out that Brazil's current economic policy uncertainty makes it challenging for Deutsche Bank to invest there.
He emphasizes the difficulty in recommending long-term investments in Brazil without clearer policy direction.
In the current global climate of high interest rates and inflation, Giacomelli advises Brazil to adopt more pragmatic policies aligned with the international context.
On monetary policy, Giacomelli criticizes the focus on the interest rate differential between Brazil and the U.S.
He argues that Brazil's favorable balance of payments and high international reserves mitigate external risks, making a high real interest rate unnecessary.
Turning to China, Giacomelli reflects on the importance of understanding China's future economic growth rate.
He suggests that Brazil should reduce its fiscal, monetary, and inflation risks and integrate more into the global trade network.
This approach would diversify Brazil's export dependencies away from China and position the country more advantageously in the global market.
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(MENAFN- AFP) Fleeing war and seeking safety, refugees are three times more likely to suffer from schizophrenia compared to the native-born population, according to a new Swedish study.
Refugees are already known to be at increased risk of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression, but the study, published Tuesday in the BMJ medical journal, also showed a higher risk of psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia.
Conducted by researchers at Sweden's Karolinska Institute and University College London, the study used data from 1.3 million teens from the Swedish national register and followed them for 13 years.
The survey group included Swedes with two natural citizen parents, refugees and other migrants, with many originating from the Middle East and north Africa, sub-Saharan Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe and Russia.
The study found that for every 10,000 people, there were approximately four new diagnoses of schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders among Swedish-born people per year.
But among non-refugee migrants that figure was eight, and 12 among refugees.
The findings applied to both men and women, but was most pronounced for men.
"The dramatically increased risk among refugees shows that life events are a significant risk factor for schizophrenia," Anna-Clara Hollander, the study's lead author from Karolinska's Department of Public Health Sciences, said in a statement.
Traumatic events such as persecution, conflict or natural disasters contribute to the risk of developing disorders, Hollander said.
"We know that refugees are a vulnerable group, facing many social, economic, physical and mental health challenges in their lives," said co-author James Kirkbride from University College London Psychiatry.
The study, he said, highlights "the need for specialist care and support. In most countries refugees undergo standard health checks, but mental health issues can be overlooked."
The research was conducted using Swedish national registry data up until December 2011, so the data does not include recent migrants.
But there is nothing to suggest that people displaced by recent conflicts will be any less vulnerable than those granted refugee status in the past, according to the study.
Schizophrenia is a chronic, often debilitating illness. Symptoms often include hallucinations, delusions and paranoia.
The disease often starts during the transition to adulthood and is thought to be provoked by genetic as well as social circumstances.
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FAO provides support to Jordan in controlling forest fires
17 September 2020
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JORDAN – (MENAFN – Jordan Times) AMMAN — Under the objective of conserving forests and expanding them, which falls within the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations’ (FAO) second strategic goal ‘Make agriculture, forestry and fisheries more productive and sustainable’, FAO supports the government in shifting towards a ‘green national economy’.
Forest fires are among the most important challenges facing the agricultural sector in general and the forestry sector in particular, and it is increasingly affecting the limited forest cover in Jordan and the local communities’ livelihoods and safety, according to a FOA statement.
The data shared by the Forestry Department of the Ministry of Agriculture (MoA) in Jordan showed a gradual increase in forest fires and the impacted area during the past 20 years and an upward trend in forest fires’ frequency and severity.
In this context, the government of Jordan has requested the support of FAO to provide technical assistance in enhancing the capacity to manage forest fires in Jordan, the statement said.
FAO, in cooperation with the Forestry Department and technicians in Rome and the Regional Office, has responded to the request of the MoA to support national efforts of controlling forest fires and alleviate their effects by offering a $100,000 Technical Cooperation Project Facility (TCPF) to improve the sector’s capacity and contribute to the national development process to conserve and sustainably manage Jordan’s forest resources. Other goals of this TCPF include contributing to biodiversity conservation, poverty reduction, food security, arresting desertification, slowing land degradation and mitigating effects of climate change.
Nabil Assaf, FAO’s representative in Jordan affirmed that the organisation will stand by the government of Jordan to support the agriculture sector in facing natural disasters and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), mainly SDG2- Zero Hunger which aims to eliminate hunger, food insecurity and malnutrition.
Minister of Environment and Acting Minister of Agriculture Saleh Al Kharabsheh affirmed the importance of the forestry sector citing the launching of a national afforestation project to plant 10 million trees to increase vegetation in the Kingdom.
Forest protection is a ‘pillar’ of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15 ‘Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss’.
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Errors haunt Alex in 8AAA opener
Alexandria baseball coach Russ Hinrichs said on Monday that he thought coming into the season that St. Cloud Tech would be one of the best teams in Section 8AAA.
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Doreen Bogdan-Martin of the United States has been elected to head the International Telecommunications Union. The agency known as the ITU works to set international standards for the use of electromagnetic signals for radio, internet and television communications.
Russia's Rashid Ismailov was the only other candidate in a vote among the agency's 193 member states. The election was held in Bucharest, Romania.
Bogdan-Martin has worked for the ITU for 29 years. She is the first woman to reach the position of secretary-general.
The job begins on January 1 and lasts for four years.
Universal connectivity is the idea of offering internet and communications technology to all people around the world.
Before the election, U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres asked voters to put“humanity's progress” first, as 2.9 billion people do not have internet access.
American officials have been interested in the position. Experts said outgoing ITU leader Houlin Zhao of China, an official of the ruling Chinese Communist Party, was too close with Chinese leaders.
In addition, some observers see an American winning the position in an election against a Russian as a political statement from the U.N. about the war in Ukraine.
International observers have also been concerned about Russia's use of the internet They accuse Russia of trying to disrupt elections and spying on people.
The US has also been criticized for similar actions. Former intelligence worker, Edward Snowden, said the U.S. uses technology to spy on civilians and government officials. Snowden now lives in Russia. Russian President Vladimir Putin officially gave him Russian citizenship this week, the Associated Press reported.
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ALPHARETTA, Ga., Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dunn Paper ('Dunn' or the 'Company'), a leading manufacturer and supplier of high performance, advanced paper and tissue for use in food, medical, and specialty markets announced today that they will cease production at their Port Huron, MI site.
Since 1924, the Port Huron mill has been supplying specialty paper to the food and medical industries and has been an integral employer for the area. 'The decision to close Port Huron was not an easy one. This difficult decision is the result of ongoing challenges to generate positive cash flow in the face of adverse economic factors. Dunn Paper will continue to produce high-quality Machine Glazed products at its Menominee, MI and Wiggins, MS sites, including waxed products and our BiOrigin™ line. We are working with the employees at Port Huron to make this transition as seamless as possible,' said Wade Kemnitz, President and CEO, Dunn Paper.
Dunn Paper Announces Closure of Port Huron Mill
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Dunn Paper has been a leader in paper industry innovation ever since 1924. With a focus on eco-friendly specialty paper and tissue, Dunn is a trusted wholesale paper supplier, continuing to thrive, grow, and manufacture some of the finest sustainable paper and tissue products in North America.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Representatives of the Russian Federation should have no place at the Olympics and international tournaments.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky said this in his video address to the nation, Ukrinform reports.
“We continue our diplomatic marathon to prevent the Kremlin from using world sports and the Olympic movement for its propaganda. Representatives of a terrorist state should have no place at the Olympics and international tournaments,” he said.
According to Zelensky, Ukraine has sent respective letters to the companies that support the International Olympic Committee the most. Read also: kuleba calls on ioc not to conceal russian atrocities 'with white flags'
“These are large international companies that are definitely interested in ensuring that their reputation and support are not used for war propaganda,” he said.
As reported, the International Olympic Committee said in a statement that it allows Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete at
Games under a neutral flag. President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky, Minister of Youth and Sports Vadym Huttsait, Minister of Foreign Affairs Dmytro Kuleba and other officials have already responded to the statement. As a sign of protest, Ukraine may boycott the 2024 Olympic Games.
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Former head of Sri Lankan Navy pushes for Chinese espionage ship to dock in Hambantota Port
(MENAFN) The Sri Lankan government permitted the Chinese strategic support ship Yuan Wang 5, posing as a marine scientific research vessel, to land at Hambantota Port, which Beijing has leased to it for 99 years, at 4:00 am this morning. Till August 21, this ship will be at the Chinese port.
The Ranil Wickremesinghe administration failed to withstand pressure from the Xi Jinping administration after postponing the spy ship's docking at Hambantota port between August 11 and 17 in order to conduct additional consultations. Beijing threatened to obstruct a crucial IMF loan that would have forced Colombo into official bankruptcy.
The truth is that when the Wickremesinghe administration delayed the spy ship's arrival, Rear Admiral Sarath Weerasekara, a former minister of public security and head of the navy, publicly criticized the decision.
Such is the influence of China in Sri Lanka that Mahinda Rajapaksa, a close ally of Beijing, argued in front of the president, prime minister, and other government officials on August 8 in favor of allowing the ship to land despite what he claimed were Indian objections.
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Minister for Health Gagan Kumar Thapa has said that one can’t get success in the fight for rights if one doesn’t moves ahead with self-respect.
He added that Nepali society has failed to be successful in achieving rights due to low self-esteem. Speaking at 12 th Self-respect Day, Minister Thapa said that the constitution has guaranteed rights to all to live with self-respect.
On a separate note, Minister Thapa said that the government is preparing to unveil a special plan for discount to physically disable. He added that the government is holding series-wise programs to eradicate leprosy.


(MENAFN- The Peninsula) The Peninsula
Doha, Qatar: Qatari nationals and long-term residents who have recently graduated from college are advised that applications are now open for the next cycle of Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar's (WCM-Q) Biomedical Research Training Programme for Nationals 2024.
The programme has been carefully designed to equip college graduates with the key research skills and experiences to allow them to begin building successful careers in biomedical research.
The forthcoming cycle of this ten-month training program will run from September 1, 2024 until June 27, 2025. Participating graduates will work alongside WCM-Q's world-leading research scientists in the college's laboratories and will gain practical laboratory skills, research administration skills, and knowledge of how to conduct clinical research projects. There will also be opportunities to contribute to ongoing scientific studies being carried out at WCM-Q.
Although the programme is aimed at recent graduates who are interested in pursuing a career as a bench or clinical researcher, or a research administrator, applications from nationals are welcomed irrespective of their discipline. The training program is a full-time, ten-month commitment and trainees receive a graduation certificate upon completion. All participating interns are paid a stipend as part of a comprehensive compensation package.
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(MENAFN- Jordan News Agency) Amman, Jan. 31 (Petra) - The Board of Directors of the Jordanian Businessmen Association (JBA) discussed with the Omani ambassador to Jordan, Hilal bin Marhoon Al Maamari, the possibility of attracting Omani investments.
According to a JBA press statement put out on Sunday, its chairman, Hamdi Taba'a, stressed the need to boost the volume of joint economic cooperation, increase trade rates, encourage the establishment of investment projects, intensify contacts among companies, business owners and economic activities, and exchange information to identify the cooperation capabilities available to achieve a better level of bilateral economic relations.
Taba'a pointed to the joint memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between the JBA and the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry in 2015, with the aim of developing fields of joint action, expanding horizons of joint commercial ties and facilitating communication between the two countries' business communities.
Taba'a called on the Omani business community to check firsthand and learn about Jordan's development projects and investment opportunities available in economic sectors of common interest.
In turn, the envoy said the two countries share "deep-rooted" relations based on "solid, strategic" commonalities in various fields, boosted by bilateral agreements covering the economic, educational and health aspects.
To help achieve better trade cooperation, the envoy indicated that the Omani embassy is ready to "fully cooperate" to strengthen relations between the two countries' business communities and to facilitate their meetings in a way that serves common economic interests.
The envoy called on business owners to get acquainted with cooperation areas, in relation to medical services, pharmaceutical industries, research and development, the tourism sector, infrastructure and logistics.
Noting the possibility of cooperation through a marine tourist route linking Aqaba to the Sultanate, whether for tourism or commercial purposes, he stressed that the establishment of training, and research centers is an "important" investment opportunity between the two countries.
Al Maamari stressed the importance of cooperation to achieve Arab food security through the exchange of joint experiences in the agricultural sector and fisheries, adding that Jordan could possibly become an important commercial center in the fishery field.
Jordan's exports to Oman during the year 2019 amounted to about $62 million, focused on vegetables, fruits, pharmaceutical products, machinery and mechanical devices, compared to $37 million for imports in plastic, food, and aluminum industries, as well as pharmaceutical products.
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Jeddah, Sha'ban 13, 1439, April 29, 2018, SPA -- The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud arrived here today coming from Riyadh.
Upon arrival at King Abdulaziz International Airport, the King was received by Prince Khalid Al-Faisal bin Abdulaziz, Advisor to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and Governor of Makkah Region; Prince Mishaal bin Majed bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Jeddah Province; Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Interior; Prince Abdullah bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of Makkah Region, and a number of princes and senior officials.
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques was accompanied by Prince Abdul Elah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Special Advisor to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques; Prince Khalid bin Fahd bin Khalid; Prince Mansour bin Saud bin Abdulaziz; Prince Talal bin Saud bin Abdulaziz; Prince Khalid bin Saad bin Fahd; Prince Khalid bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz, Advisor to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques; Prince Dr. Mansour bin Miteb bin Abdulaziz, Minister of State, Memebr of the Cabinet and Advisor to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques; and a number of princes and senior officials.
17:06 LOCAL TIME 14:06 GMT
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Doha: The healthcare sector is ready to play a vital role in supporting delivery of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and provide a comprehensive range of services throughout the tournament.
The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) will also implement proactive measures to ensure health and safety of participants, according to healthcare leaders.
The Ministry in a thread of tweets on its official handle has highlighted how health sector is well-prepared for the World Cup.
“The Ministry of Public Health is proud to play its role in supporting the successful delivery of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Working with our partners in Qatar's healthcare sector, as well as the World Health Organization, FIFA, and Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy, we will deliver a comprehensive range of healthcare services throughout the tournament,” said Assistant Minister for Health Affairs at MoPH, H E Dr. Salih Al Marri.
“The Ministry's role also focuses on protecting the health and safety of all World Cup participants and attendees through proactive health and safety measures, including food safety, health surveillance, COVID-19 protocols, and the regulation and licensing of facilities and health professionals,” he added.
Official Healthcare Spokesperson for the World Cup and Medical Director of Hamad General Hospital, Dr. Yousef Al Maslamani, said that the healthcare sector is ready to meet the anticipated demand of services throughout the tournament.
“Healthcare teams at Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) will work with our partners in the healthcare sector to provide medical services across a range of venues, including stadiums, fan zones and fan villages, training fields and hotels. Our Ambulance Service and emergency teams will also play a vital role throughout the tournament, meeting an anticipated demand for services due to the influx of visitors during November and December,” said Dr. Al Maslamani.
According to Executive Director of Operations at Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC), Dr. Samya Ahmad Al Abdulla, healthcare teams at the Corporation are honoured to support Qatar's hosting of the World Cup.
“Our expansion of primary healthcare services in recent years, including the opening of multiple new advanced health centres, will ensure we are able to provide medical care to visiting fans including through our eight urgent care clinics as well as continuing to provide routine and specialist primary care services to Qatar's local population,” she said.
Chair of the Supreme Healthcare Communications Committee and Chief of Corporate Communications at HMC, Ali Abdulla Al Khater said the communications teams at the Ministry, HMC and PHCC are collaborating across the healthcare sector to ensure everyone attending Qatar 2022 is aware of the range of healthcare services available to them.
“We are also working closely with communications teams at the World Health Organization, FIFA, and Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy, as part of our partnership, 'Healthy FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - Creating a Legacy for Sport and Health,' to promote healthy lifestyles and ensure a safe World Cup experience for all,” he said.
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My recent research projects include investigation of face recognition performance of super-recognisers, and forensic examiners, as well as the performance of face recognition algorithms, and human-machine systems.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Published: Sun 19 Mar 2023, 12:57 PM
Even as winter nears its end in the UAE, rain continues to fall over some parts of the country. Motorists make their way through wet roads, as water collects in small pools on the sand.
With just a few days for ramadan , the precipitation signals a cool start to the month, with shorter fasting hours.
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) issued a yellow alert for rain in the interior parts of the country this morning, asking residents to be careful while venturing outdoors. Temperatures have dropped as well, reaching a low of 8.6°C at 6.30am today.
Earlier this year, Ibrahim Al Jarwan, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Emirates Astronomy Society, said that the first day of the month of Ramadan for the Hijri Year 1444 will likely start on Thursday, March 23, 2023. He said that fasting hours at the beginning of the Holy Month, from dawn to dusk, will be around 13 and a half hours, and will reach 14 hours and 13 minutes towards the end of the month.
Temperatures in Ramadan 2023 will range from 17°C to 35°C at the beginning of the holy month, and will range from 17°C to 36°C towards the end of the month.
The 'Al Sarayat' spring weather disturbances might also occur during the month of Ramadan causing, heavy thunder rains, he said.
Some beautiful videos posted online on Sunday show gentle rain falling in the desert. The clips also feature camels, ambling their way through the sand as clouds gather in the sky above their riders.
Here are some videos shared by the Twitter handle 'Storm_centre':
uae weather: chance of rain; temperatures to drop to 19oc
uae weather: light rain possible today, sand and dust to blow
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HYDERABAD: The Telangana government has decided to close educational institutions in the state from Wednesday due to the spike in COVID-19 cases. Education Minister P Sabitha Indra Reddy announced this in the state Assembly on Tuesday.
She said that several states had already closed educational institutions. She, however, added that medical colleges would continue to function normally.
She said the government decided to close educational institutions temporarily keeping in mind the health concerns of students and parents.
The Education Minister said online classes would continue as usual following the closure of educational institutions.


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(MENAFN- Daily News Egypt) El Sayed El Kosayer, the chairperson of the Egyptian Agricultural Bank (EAB), signed a contract with Nevine El Gamea, the chairperson of the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise Development Agency (MSME) to obtain EGP 250m worth of financing.
According to El Kosayer, the contract aims to finance new small projects, whether in the sector of livestock, agriculture, and irrigation systems. The contract includes purchasing new and used machinery, in addition to working capital.
The contract aims to finance the facilities and buildings as well as the preparations necessary for the projects within the agricultural field and the sector of developing livestock as well as all the activities related to them and all the irrigation systems approved by the state.
El Kosayer pointed out that the bank owns a network of 1,210 branches in several cities and villages across different governorates. This enables the bank to reach all the target consumers everywhere across the country.
According to El Kosayer, about 75% of the volume of the loan portfolio in the bank is dedicated to micro, small, and medium enterprises, and about 25% of the loan portfolio is dedicated to financing women.
El Kosayer pointed out that the number of the bank's clients is approximately 3 million. There is a plan to add about 4 million others over the upcoming period to take the number of the bank's clients to 7 million. He also pointed out that the bank has the capacity to serve about 40% of the total number of Egyptian citizens in Egypt, especially following the plan to develop and restructure the bank.
According to El Gamea, the contract will help finance 2,300 new and existing projects, which will eventually provide 4,600 permanent and temporary job opportunities to the owners of these projects.
Nevine El Gamea added that this contract is only one in several that the agency recently signed with the EAB, which reflects the confidence of the agency in EAB's ability to achieve development goals.
El Gamea revealed that the interest rate on these loans will be a declining 10%. She stressed that this is a very suitable interest rate compared to the lending price in the market. In addition, the speed of providing financing and the support by the bank and the agency to those who receive loans is much more important than the interest rate.
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According to Sehrana Rzayeva, head of the Light Industry
Standardisation Department of the Azerbaijan Standardisation
Institute, " Halal medicines should be transported and stored
separately from other medicines," Azernews reports.
According to the head of the Light Industry, the vehicles on
which these types of medicines are transported must also comply
with hygienic and sanitary norms.
"When transporting these medicines, the responsibility for
preserving the integrity of the halal status of the product before
its arrival at the point of sale lies with the entrepreneur,"
It should be noted that the Azerbaijan Institute of
Standardisation, subordinate to the State Service for Antimonopoly
Regulation and Consumer Market Supervision under the Ministry of
Economy, has adopted a new state standard "Halal Medicines - Part 1
- General Requirements".
Halal medicines are pharmaceutical products made from
ingredients permitted under Islamic norms, the head of the light
industry standardization department says.
Human or animal blood, animal products considered forbidden in
Islam, and other ingredients prohibited by religion cannot be used
in the production of these drugs, she said.
"The standard applies to both domestic and imported halal
S. Rzayeva specified that halal medicines manufactured according
to the state standard will have to have a certificate confirming
compliance with this standard.
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(MENAFN- PRLog) Montgomery Self Storage NY self storage facility expansion is now projected to be completed by May 2019. Adding 170 new indoor, non-climate storage units of varying sizes.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Minister for Foreign Affairs Dmytro Kuleba has compared the idea of some German politicians to“briefly” launch the Nord Stream 2 gas pipe with drug addiction, adding that“addiction to Russian gas kills.”
The head of Ukrainian diplomacy took to Twitter to share his concerns, Ukrinform reports.
'Calls by some German politicians to launch NS2 for a little while and close it later are totally irrational. This resembles drug addiction, when a person says“Just one last time!” without realizing the devastating consequences of each“last time”. Addiction to Russian gas kills!' Kuleba wrote. Read also:
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