(MENAFN- Gulf Times) Ibtechar, a leading company specialised in innovation management and development, has received authorisation from the Global Innovation Institute (GInI) to serve as an accredited provider of training and assessment (ATAP) in innovation within the Qatari market.
The accreditation not only represents a qualitative addition for Ibtechar, augmenting its capacity to diversify and elevate its services while strengthening its position in the local innovation landscape but also empowers Ibtechar to offer comprehensive training in institutional innovation best practices and assessment services for organisations striving to excel in innovation practices.
It positions the company to provide institutional innovation services for both governmental and private sectors, actively fostering a culture of innovation within these establishments.
GInI is an international organisation specialising in professional certifications within the field of innovation. This extends through a range of services such as professional certifications, organisational accreditation, knowledge enrichment through institute-driven mechanisms, establishment of a global communication network, research initiatives, training programmes, and human resources development.
"As a private sector, Ibtechar has always been keen to contribute to building a knowledge based economy...It has become evident to us, especially in light of the significant state investments in infrastructure, that the focus is shifting towards service improvement and capitalising on these investments," said Nayef al-Ibrahim, co-founder and chief executive officer of Ibtechar.
To enhance services, two important elements come into play: enabling staff and implementing the necessary mechanisms to facilitate this transformation, he said, adding the practice of innovation within institutions and among individuals is important to achieve this.
Acknowledging the pivotal role of the Qatar Council for Research and Development and Innovation through its various programmes and efforts from the civil service and the Government Development Bureau to promote the culture of innovation; he said "these are indications of the trends towards innovation. Therefore, it is essential for the local private sector to play an important role that aligns with the culture of the local community."
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4-H’ers compete in communication contest
Two 4-H members from Horace, N.D., have qualified for the organization’s state communication arts contest.
Shagena took top honors in the Preteen Interpretive Reading/Serious category.
Erickstad placed first in Preteen Demonstration/Individual.
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(MENAFN - AzerNews) By Trend
South Korea's exports jumped 29.6 percent on-year in July to a record high, extending their gains to a ninth consecutive month as the global economy maintained a recovery, data showed Sunday, Trend reports citing Yonhap .
Outbound shipments came to US$55.4 billion last month on strong auto and chip sales, according to the data compiled by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy.
The monthly export volume marked the highest level since South Korea started compiling related data in 1956. The country's exports over the first seven months of 2021 came to $358.7 billion, also setting a fresh high.
Imports climbed 38.2 percent to $53.6 billion, resulting in a trade surplus of $1.76. It marked the 15th consecutive month for the country to post a trade surplus.
The July exports came in line with what the market had been expecting.
According to a poll by Yonhap Infomax, the financial arm of Yonhap News Agency, the country's July exports were expected to have risen 29.4 percent on-year.
Overseas sales of chips, the mainstay export product of Asia's No. 4 economy, shot up 39.6 percent over the period to reach $11 billion.
Exports of automobiles also gathered ground, rising 26.4 percent on-year in July to hit $4.1 billion, the data showed.
Other major winners included the petrochemical industry, whose outbound shipments moved up nearly 60 percent to $4.7 billion.
Among emerging industries, exports of rechargeable batteries increased more than 30 percent on-year to reach $790 million.
The ministry said South Korea's exports are anticipated to maintain their growth down the road, citing the recovery of global trade despite the virus pandemic.
Last week, the central bank said South Korea's economy grew 0.7 percent on-quarter in the April-June period, after a 1.7 percent expansion in the first quarter.
The bank said South Korea is also on track for a 4 percent expansion this year on the back of the strong recovery of domestic demand and robust exports.
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In a recent interview, Ashraf Ghani Ahmadzai, the former president of Afghanistan who left his country exactly one year ago today—the day Kabul fell—said he hoped to return to Afghanistan in the near future.
Ghani, who left Afghanistan amid the unrest, told CNN in an interview that he hoped to go back to Afghanistan soon.
Former president Ghani said,“I want to be able to help my country heal. And I hope to be able to do that from the place where every cell in my body belongs and without which I always feel alien.”
In another interview, the Afghan leader stated that“No Power in the world could persuade me now to get on a plane and leave this country. It is a country that I love and I will die defending.”
Ghani maintained that he was“the last person to leave” and that it was“impossible” to defend Afghanistan when asked why he left the country he had undertaken to“die defending.”
He said that he“did not want to give the Taliban the pleasure of humiliating another Afghan president,” referring to the Taliban's arrest and execution of the then-president Dr. Najibullah back in 1996 when the Taliban first took control of Afghanistan.
Earlier, in an interview with Indian media, former president Hamid Karzai, who held office from 2002 to 2014, also expressed concern for his safety recalling what the Taliban did to Dr. Najibullah.
This comes as today, the 15th of August, marks the day Kabul fell to the gun-wielding insurgent militia of the Taliban, which to the stakeholders is the day of the death of women's rights, freedom of expression and press.
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(MENAFN- KNN India) New Delhi, Nov 20 (KNN) Furniture makers have sought for the review of the quality control order (QCO) and urged the government to configure the norms with international standards, reported TOI.
The Bureau of Indian Standard (BIS) has proposed that imported and domestically produced beds and tables must be able to take a load of 110 kg and 60 kg respectively.
This is on the basis of average and pass the stability, strength and durability tests.
Industry, however, believes that the quality control order (QCO), which applies to imported and domestically produced beds and chairs, is putting excessive burden on them as they are tough to comply with, reported TOI.
Swedish giant such as
IKEA and industry bodies have sought a relook at the standards, arguing that they should be aligned with international standards. They also want a phased implementation plan, instead of rolling them out in one shot.
The government proposes to bring wooden furniture under QCO from 2025.
At a recent meeting convened by consumer affairs secretary Rohit Kumar Singh, BIS officials argued that user behaviour in India is different from several other parts of the world where companies like IKEA operate.
People in India, for instance, climb on to a table or a bed to clean a ceiling fan, which are non-existent in many parts of Europe, for instance.
The problem is not limited to wooden furniture alone with several other industries such as footwear and toys also raising the red flag over QCOs.
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Carve for Kids auction brings $14,010
The second annual Detour North Carve for the Kids was held Aug. 30-Sept. 1 in Hackensack, bringing in $14,010.
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(MENAFN- Baystreet.ca) Stocks Bounce Back from Long Slump
Stocks rose Wednesday as Wall Street attempted to rebound from a new bear market low.
The Dow Jones Industrials headed higher 225.02 points soon after Wednesday's open to 29,360.01.
The S&P 500 revived 28.23 points to 3,675.52
The NASDAQ Composite soared 68.47 points to 10,897.98.
Shares of Apple were down nearly 4% after a Bloomberg report, citing people familiar with the matter, said the tech company is ditching plans to increase new iPhone production after demand fell short of expectations.
The Bank of England said it would temporarily purchase long-dated U.K. government bonds in an effort to stabilize the plunging British pound. Sterling briefly popped on the news before trading 0.1% lower against the dollar at $1.072.
At least 33 stocks notched fresh lows in early morning trading on Wednesday while shares of Eli Lilly traded near all-time highs dating back to 1952. Among them, Paramount, trading at lows not seen since May 2020; Warner Bros. Discovery, trading at lows not seen since July 2009;
Caesars Entertainment, trading at lows not seen since August 2020
Treasury prices jumped, pushing yields down to 3.81% from Tuesday's 3.97%. Treasury prices and yields move in opposite direction.
Oil prices gained $2.28 to $80.78 U.S. a barrel.
Gold prices popped $22.40 to $1,658.60 U.S. an ounce.
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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) Mia Khalifa, born in Lebanon in 1993, gained fame in the adult film industry in 2014 but left after a short stint. She transitioned into sports commentary and advocacy work, addressing various social issues while trying to move beyond her past in the industry
Mia Khalifa amplifies the temperature and fashion element to the next level in her bold avatar by donning a racy black bikini and thin-stringed bottoms with the backdrop of azure blue beach waters and blue skies.
Former adult star looks sexy by donning a baby pink Bikini and pink shades to complement her final look
Her career in the adult film industry lasted only a few months in 2014, during which she filmed a relatively small number of scenes
Mia Khalifa left the adult film industry in early 2015 and has since focused on different career pursuits
Mia Khalifa has used her platform to advocate for various causes, including mental health awareness and sports-related topics
In this orange bikini, Mia Khalifa is seen to enjoy her time in what seems like a hotel pool. The former adult actress is seen to enjoy the sun
Despite her short time in the industry, her name remains widely recognized, and her experiences have shaped discussions about consent and exploitation in the adult film world
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(MENAFN- Gulf Times) * Govt sees $2 billion revenue impact from excise cuts
* Analysts warn India could miss deficit target this year
* Retail prices of petrol up 8.4% since Aug. 1
India on Tuesday cut excise duty on petrol and diesel by two rupees a litre to protect retail consumers from higher global crude oil prices, move analysts said could widen the country's fiscal deficit.
The cut in the petrol and diesel duties will cost 130 billion rupees ($1.99 billion) over the next six months, the finance ministry said in a message on Twitter.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who faces state elections in his home state Gujarat later this year, has been criticised over a rise in retail petroleum prices.
Since Aug 1, retail prices for petrol have gone up 8.4 percent and diesel by 6.4 percent in New Delhi.
"The cut in excise duty has modestly increased the likelihood of fiscal slippage this year," Aditi Nayar, an economist at ICRA, the India arm of credit rating agency Moody's, said.
Analysts have warned that India's deficit could widen to between 3.5 percent to 3.7 percent of gross domestic product in the current fiscal year ending in March 2018, against an estimate in the budget of 3.2 percent.
The finance ministry had earlier ruled out reducing excise duties on petroleum products. Finance Minister Arun Jaitley has been struggling to tackle the country's widening fiscal gap amid growing pressure to support economic growth.
India's economic growth slipped to 5.7 percent in three months through June, the lowest in three years while the government looks for ways to stimulate the economy.
India reported a fiscal deficit of 5.25 trillion rupees ($80.42 billion) for April-August or 96.1 percent of the budgeted target for the current fiscal year that ends in March 2018.
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Bulletin Athletes of the Week: Woodbury's Mikayla Mayer
As the season winds down, it appears as though Mikayla Mayer is just getting started.
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(MENAFN) On Friday, oil prices experienced a notable increase, poised for weekly gains amidst anticipation surrounding OPEC+'s impending decision on production levels for the second quarter. This surge in prices coincided with the evaluation of fresh economic data emanating from key regions such as the United States, Europe, and China.
As of 13:34 GMT, Brent crude futures for May delivery surged by USD1.43, representing a 1.75 percent rise, reaching USD83.34 per barrel. Meanwhile, crude futures for April delivery, which expired on February 29, recorded a price of USD83.62 per barrel. In tandem, US West Texas Intermediate crude for April delivery saw a substantial increase of USD1.54, marking a 1.97 percent climb, and settling at USD79.80.
The robust performance of US crude oil this week is evident, with a projected increase of 4.3 percent, while Brent crude oil is positioned 2.1 percent higher compared to last week's settlement price. Market analysts anticipate a pivotal decision regarding the extension of OPEC+ production cuts in the first week of March, with each member country expected to disclose its stance individually.
According to a Reuters survey, OPEC collectively pumped 26.42 million barrels per day in February, reflecting a modest uptick of 90,000 barrels per day from the preceding month. Furthermore, market sentiment received a boost on Friday from strong expectations that Saudi Arabia, a key player in the oil market, will maintain crude oil prices for its Asian clientele at levels similar to those of March in the upcoming month of April.
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Burton Mills: Germany to Post Budget Surplus
(MENAFNEditorial) Burton Mills: Projected budget surplus would be a win for Angela Merkels administration and the parties it hopes to form a coalition with.
According to recent reports, Germany could announce a budget surplus of 14 billion euros this year. A budget surplus of this size would give Chancellor Angela Merkels conservative party significantly more room to negotiate as it attempts to form a new coalition with the Greens and Free Democrats.
Taipei, Taiwan- based investment house Burton Mills economists stated that the new budget projections were driven by increasing tax revenues and robust economic growth.
While several institutions began forecasting a record government budget surplus as early as September of this year, the Finance Ministry had previously anticipated a flat budget.
Burton Mills economists believe that overall government budget surpluses, including state governments, could last for several years to come.
The surplus projection is positive news for Merkels party as well as for the pro environmental Greens and Free Democrats whose proposed strategies would total somewhere in the region of 100 billion euros in additional spending over the next four years combined.
After little progress was made during discussions that lasted 11 hours last week, the three parties committed to further talks next week in order to tackle climate and immigration policy.
Leaders from all 3 parties exchanged less than pleasant remarks in a series of interviews with the media recently but according to a senior member of the CSU, the parties still hope to reach a satisfactory agreement before the end of 2017.
The projected surplus would enable the government to cover 7 billion in anticipated expenses linked to a nuclear waste deal and another 6.7 billion euros in expenses for the influx of migrants without depleting a 20-billion reserve account that was established during 2015s migrant crisis.
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The Ondo State Governor, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko, has ordered the immediate payment of 2015 leave bonus to all categories of civil servants in the state.
The Ondo Commissioner for Information, Kayode Akinmade, said in a statement issued in Akure,“that the instruction became imperative as a result of the governor’s determination to ensure that workers in the state experience a memorable Yuletide with their families”.
“The state governor, Dr Olusegun Mimiko has ordered the immediate payment of leave bonuses to all civil servants in the state including those serving at the local government level,” he noted.
“The decision is in line with the Governor’s determination to further demonstrate that the welfare of workers in the state is of great importance to the government”.
The Commissioner said that the government had ensured that workers in the state are still able to maintain a reasonable standard of life despite the harsh economic climate being experienced in the country.
Kayode Akinmade appealed to the people to promptly pay their tax, adding that the government will, in the new year, do more in the area of infrastructure provision and maintenance.


(MENAFN- The Conversation) Senior Teaching Fellow, Strategy & International Business, Warwick Business School, University of Warwick Profile Articles Activity
I embarked on an academic career in 2009 after completing a PhD in Strategic Management at Warwick Business School. A Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants and a Member of the Chartered Management Institute, I also possess an MBA (Distinction) from Warwick Business School and an MSc in Finance from Leicester University.
Before completing my PhD, I enjoyed a 30-year career in industry, primarily in finance, with a number of leading UK public companies including RMC Group plc, BTR Group plc and Britax International plc where I specialised in international M&A including the successful acquisition and integration of automotive components and aircraft interiors companies in the UK, Germany, America and South Korea.
–present Senior Teaching Fellow, Strategy & International Business, University of Warwick
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Kathmandu, 28 October. Six more people have died from corona infection today. At the same time, the number of deaths due to corona infection in Nepal has reached 11,477, according to the Ministry of Health. Similarly, 306 infected people of Corona have been added in Nepal today.
The total number of infected people has reached 816,966, according to the Ministry of Health and Population. Similarly, 348 people have been infected today. So far, 798,274 people have been infected. According to the ministry, 9,606 people have been infected in the last 24 hours.File Photo


Chuck Krieg joins Norseman sales team
Chuck Krieg has been hired as sales and leasing specialist at Norseman Motors.
Krieg, 56, brings 30 years of sales and sales management experience to the job.
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(MENAFN - The Conversation) Professor and Director, School of Regulation and Global Governance,
Professor Kathryn (Kate) Henne is the Director of RegNet, the Australian National University's School of Regulation and Global Governance, where she leads the Justice and Technoscience Lab (JusTech). She took up the role after holding the Canada Research Chair in Biogovernance, Law and Society at the University of Waterloo. She is also an Adjunct Professor in the College of Health Solutions at Arizona State University.
An interdisciplinary scholar, Professor Henne studies how science and technology contribute to the governance of persons and populations. Much of her work examines the interface between intersecting inequalities and regulation. Her publications span a range of issues, including biomedicalisation, criminalisation, gender regulation, human enhancement and wellbeing, regulatory science, surveillance and technologies of policing.
- 2020–present Adjunct Professor, Arizona State University
- 2020–present Professor, Australian National University
- 2017–2020 Fellow, Balsillie School of International Affairs
- 2016–2019 Canada Research Chair, University of Waterloo
- Criminology (1602)
- Gender Specific Studies (169901)
- Sociology And Social Studies Of Science And Technology (160808)
- Law And Society (180119)
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100% debt club is set to add a member from Gulf
(MENAFN - Gulf Times) Bahrain, one of only three Middle East oil exporters that needs crude above $100 to break even, will soon be part of another short list: the triple-digit debt club.
The smallest oil producer in the Arabian Gulf will join Lebanon, Libya and Sudan in 2019 as the only countries in the Middle East and North Africa with debt that exceeds 100% of gross domestic product, according to the latest IMF economic outlook.
Oil has to average $113 a barrel this year for Bahrain to meet its spending demands, the second highest break-even price in the region after Libya. Algeria needs $106 a barrel to break even this year. Crude is trading at about $73 a barrel.
Bahrain has been borrowing regularly from the international debt market, but had to shelve an issue in March as investors sought higher yields. Last year, it was said to ask its Gulf allies for financial assistance as it sought to replenish its foreign-exchange reserves and avert a currency devaluation. The kingdom said in April it discovered a giant, offshore shale oil basin, which will be difficult and costly to recover.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 2. The new
grain terminal will have a capacity of 2.5 million tons, the Head
of the Strategic Planning and Development department at Baku
International Sea Trade Port Khudayar Hasanli said, trend reports.
He made the remark during the first Caspian
International Transport and Logistics Forum.
According to him, it is planned to increase the
transshipment of TEU containers as part of the second phase of the
construction of the Baku port. At the moment, the port is able to
handle 100,000 TEU containers.
Moreover, one of the strategic goals is to turn the
Baku port into a regional hub.
Khudayar Hasanli noted that the Baku port was the
first in the region to receive the status of a green port. He also
touched upon the development of international corridors.
"We are in the center of two international corridors -
North-South and East-West, and the Zangazur corridor is of
particular importance," he said.
Hasanli, speaking about the Zangazur Corridor, pointed
out the importance of this corridor both for the development of the
region and of global transport infrastructures.
"Turkish Mersin's access to the Zangazur corridor will
contribute to faster and cheaper transportation. This will be for
the benefit of both Azerbaijan and Central Asia. As for the global
significance, the Zangazur corridor will also provide access to the
Mediterranean Sea, which in turn is a very important achievement,"
He also said that at the moment the port is
negotiating with the Asian Development Bank in the context of
international experience in the issue of intermodal and multimodal
The first Caspian International Transport and
Logistics Forum began its work in the Baku Congress Center.
The newly-organized forum is being held within the
framework of the 20th Anniversary Caspian International Transport,
Transit and Logistics Exhibition (TransLogistica Caspian), taking
place in Azerbaijan from May 31 to June 2.
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Ibrahim Hamdan leaves an imprint in the history of the digital world
(MENAFN- Discovery Corporate) Ibrahim Hamdan is the most dangerous hacker (ethical hacker) in Jordan and ranks among the first in the Arab world in the field of digital criminal investigation and database analysis, where he achieved many professional and scientific certificates in the field of information security, such as the certificate of certified information security manager presented by the Association for Audit and Control of Information Systems, known for acronym With (ISACA) and Certified Systems Security Practitioner (SSCP) certification in addition to CISSP
Abbreviation for an internationally recognized expert or professional certificate in information security.
The young Ibrahim Hamdan made a historical imprint in the digital world on the Internet by establishing deeply studied methodologies and strategic plans that make Internet and social network users feel truly safe while using and browsing social networking applications and various websites across the World Wide Web.
Hamdan published an algorithm scheme for how individuals can avoid security holes that pose a threat to user privacy. This scheme was characterized by ease of understanding and simplified explanation that is easy to understand by the general public without the need for the individual to have previous experience.
Ibrahim Hamdan received a great positive interaction from people through various communication platforms, in addition to the thanks and gratitude comments that these individuals expressed about (very useful content) under his publications. Ibrahim Hamdan's experience added a different character to the concept of privacy and security on the Internet after he presented several articles explaining the ways in which hackers exploit victims and violate their privacy.
Ibrahim Hamdan founded the first virtual company in Jordan that provides protection services, deterrence of electronic piracy, database analysis and information network security.
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(MENAFN- Jordan News Agency) Amman, March 22 (Petra) -- A tangible rise in temperatures is expected on Thursday, so warm and spring- like weather will prevail in the hilly areas, while it will be hot in the Dead Sea and the Jordan Valley, the Jordan Meteorological Department (JMD) said.
Daytime temperatures expected for today in Amman will reach 29 degrees Celsius, while standing at 28 in the northern and southern cities. At night, mercury levels will drop reaching 16 in the capital,17 in the northern parts and 12 in the southern cities. The weather will be hotter in the port city of Aqaba with highs jumping to 39 degrees and lows standing at 23, the JMD added.
A further rise in mercury levels is forecast on Friday, becoming 11-12 above their annual average and bringing dry and relatively hot conditions in many parts of the Kingdom, while it will be hot in the Dead Sea, the Jordan Valley and Aqaba . Winds will be southeasterly to southwesterly moderate to brisk, blowing dust at times , the JMD added.
Temperatures will drop again on Saturday. Therefore, pleasant weather will prevail across the country with northwesterly brisk winds, blowing dust at times, the department noted.
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Mattson named as new director for RESP
The Roughrider Education Services Program is making significant changes as it heads into the 2014-2015 school year.
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Onsite Utility Services Capital expands with regional office in Hawaii.
DELAVAN, WISCONSIN, UNITED STATES, February 13, 2024 /EINPresswire / -- OUS Capital ( ) expands its funding platform for energy efficiency contractors and end users to Hawaii. Onsite provides off balance sheet funding including service for equipment for carbon reduction and energy savings ranging for LED lighting to power optimization or Solar Thermal HVAC and refrigeration technologies.
Fritz Kreiss (CEO) added“With the economy and capital constraints for businesses and schools we had a lot of energy efficiency contractors and clients coming to us to remove the CapEx and Debt Barrier By utilizing our Carbon Reduction and Energy Savings-as-a-service platform, the client takes on no debt nor utilizes any of its capital for achieving energy and carbon saving goals. Onsite provides all the capital for the upgrade and simply charges a monthly fee. Removing the CapEx barrier means more facilities can achieve their carbon and energy saving goals while retaining their capital for the company or organization. With the high electric rates in Hawaii, Energy-as-a-Service is a good solution for the local economy.”
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Since 1993, Onsite Utility Services Capital has been dedicated to unlocking the power of energy efficiency and carbon reduction for organizations nationwide with zero debt or capital from the client. Through their innovative Energy Savings-as-a-service solutions, they have a long track record of lowering energy and carbon consumption, reducing energy spend, providing safety and health solutions, along with increasing profits for their clients across the US, Mexico and Canada. They can be reached at ....
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Red Lake walleye restrictions in effect
Regulations that require Upper Red Lake anglers to release smaller walleye during the first month of the open water season will remain in effect for 2010, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
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(MENAFN) In an exclusive interview with RT on Monday, Princess Mthombeni, a nuclear communication specialist and founder of the Africa for Nuclear YouTube channel, emphasized the indispensable role of atomic energy in the industrialization and development of the African continent.
Speaking during the 28th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP 28) in Dubai, Mthombeni highlighted the imperative for Africa to contribute to the global objective of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, asserting that "there is no net zero 2050 without the inclusion of nuclear."
During the United Nation's Climate Change Conference in Dubai on December 2, a significant development unfolded as 22 nations, including the United States, Canada, Japan, France, the United Kingdom, and the United Arab Emirates, pledged to triple their nuclear energy capacity.
Mthombeni's insights underscore the growing recognition of nuclear power as a pivotal element in the transition towards sustainable and low-carbon energy sources.
Notably, Nigeria, Morocco, Kenya, Tanzania, Ghana, and Uganda emerged as active participants in this global commitment, sending some of the largest delegations to the conference, according to the UN membership list. Nigeria, in particular, demonstrated its commitment by dispatching 1,411 representatives, surpassing all other nations, followed by Morocco with 823 and Kenya with 765.
The United Nations Climate Change Conference, known as COP 28, serves as a crucial platform for international collaboration and policy discussions on mitigating the impacts of climate change. Against the backdrop of this influential gathering, Mthombeni's advocacy for nuclear energy as an indispensable component for African progress aligns with the broader global efforts to address environmental challenges while advancing economic development.
As the world collectively seeks solutions to meet ambitious net-zero targets, the discourse around nuclear power gains prominence, with Princess Mthombeni's insights shedding light on its significance, particularly in the context of Africa's aspirations for industrialization and sustainable growth.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Canada will resume the UNIFIER military training mission by sending military trainers to Britain to help teach Ukrainian soldiers.
Canada's Minister of Defense Anita Anand stated at a press conference in Toronto, according to an Ukrinform correspondent.
“We are fulfilling our promise to resume large-scale training under Operation Unifier,” she said.
According to Anand, up to 225 Canadian military members will go to the U.K. to train new Ukrainian military recruits.
The first group consisting of 90 military members will leave for the UK next week. Read also: Canada
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The Canadian Ministry of Defense clarified that the initial duration of the mission is up to four months, but it can be extended if necessary.
“The first Canadian-led courses will take place at a military base located in South East England, and they will teach a flexible curriculum focused on individual skills required for front-line combat, including weapons handling, battlefield first aid, fieldcraft, patrol tactics and the Law of Armed Conflict,” Anand said.
At the end of January, Canada announced a three-year extension and significant expansion of its UNIFIER military training mission in Ukraine, but with the start of a full-scale Russian invasion, all Canadian instructors left the territory of Ukraine.
As reported, the United Kingdom has offered to train up to 10,000 Ukrainian service members to help in their fight against Russian invaders.
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Srinagar- The authorities on Wednesday issued advisory regarding movement of traffic in Srinagar on January 26.
According to the advisory, various diversions have been ordered in view of the main R-Day function being held at Sher-i-Kashmir Stadium Sonwar here.
It said that no traffic shall be allowed from Panthachowk towards Dalgate and all motorists shall use highway-Nowgam-Natipora-Nowgam-Sanatnagar-Hyderpora Bypass to reach to their destinations.
“No traffic shall be allowed from Dalgate towards Sher-i-Kashmir Stadium Sonwar. Motorists shall use Khonakhan-SRTC Bridge-Sangermal Road to reach to their destinations,” it said, adding,“No vehicle shall be allowed towards Panthachowk via Dalgate Sonwar route. All motorists shall adopt M.A Road/Residency Road/HSHS/Jahangir Chowk flyover-Rambagh-Natipora or Baghat-Sanatnagar route to reach their respective destinations.”
It said no vehicle will be allowed from Radio Kashmir, Dalgate, Hotel Lalit, Sonwar and Rajbagh near Bridge towards the venue except for those carrying valid invitation cards and passes.
“General Public/Tourists are requested to adopt alternative routes to reach the Srinagar Airport to avoid any inconvenience,” the advisory, a copy of which lies with GNS, said, adding,“Commuters are requested to plan their movement diversion will be in place from 06:30 AM till 12:30 PM.” However it said, medical emergencies will be facilitated.
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(MENAFN)NASA said a lake in Turkey’s southwest may look like a Mars long lost to billions of years of past.
The US space organization made the contrast to Lake Salda in an Instagram post as its Perseverance Mars rover discovers the red planet’s Jezero Crater that experts think they may have once been the place of a lake and river delta.
NASA shared a picture of the lake in which rocks can be noticed under the azure water’s surface laying on pristine white sand, and claimed that experts rely on it mirrors scenes on Mars from 3.5 billion years ago.
It added “The rocks in this photo adorn the shoreline of Lake Salda in Turkey, an area that scientists believe the #RedPlanet may have resembled billions of years ago.”
Nasa also showed “Formed over time by microbes that trap minerals and sediments in the water, this waterfront location provides some of the oldest known fossilized records of life on our planet. Scientists hope by studying microbial fossils on Earth, they might be better able to spot signs of microbial life from the water and sediments that flowed on Mars billions of years ago.”
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) The coalition for Ukraine's recovery will necessarily include partner countries, Ukrainian and international private businesses.
'In a few years, Ukraine will not just be next to the European Union. Ukraine will be a member of the EU. Two years will be sufficient for us to implement the principal norms of the European Union. For international companies, this opens up new opportunities and is an important signal for promising investments in various sectors of our economy,' Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal said at the economic panel 'Private Sector and Recovery' during the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Lugano, the Government portal informs.
As the PM noted, the total volume of the reconstruction program is already estimated at USD 750 billion.
'Restoration of infrastructure, green transition, construction of new generation, increase in gas production, deep processing in the agricultural sector and metallurgy, IT sector. All these are projects with a potential of billions, and we invite international businesses to invest in these industries,' the Prime Minister said. Read also:
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The Head of Government also thanked the international and Ukrainian companies that continue to work in Ukraine, pay taxes, help people and implement social projects. According to him, this is an example of the principle 'United in our defense – united in our recovery'.
As reported, the Ukraine Recovery Conference on the restoration of Ukraine after the military aggression of the Russian Federation is held in Lugano, Switzerland, on July 4-5.
On July 5, representatives of more than 40 countries and about 20 international organizations approved the Lugano Declaration as the outcome document of the Ukraine Recovery Conference URC2022 and pledged to support Ukraine.
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New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) The State Bank of India (SBI) has been authorised to issue and encash electoral bonds through its 29 branches between October 1-10.
This would be the 22nd phase of sale of electoral bonds, according to a statement issued by the Union Finance Ministry on Thursday.
The government had notified the Electoral Bond Scheme 2018 on January 2, 2018.
These can be purchased by a person who is a citizen of India or incorporated or established in India.
A person being an individual can buy electoral bonds, either singly or jointly with other individuals.
Only political parties registered under Section 29A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951 (43 of 1951) and which secured not less than one per cent of the votes polled in the last general election to the House of the People or the Legislative Assembly of the state, are eligible to receive the electoral bonds.
These can be encashed by an eligible political party only through a bank account with the authorised bank
The electoral bonds are valid for 15 calendar days from the date of issue and no payment shall be made to any payee political party if the bond is deposited after expiry of the validity period.
The electoral bond deposited by an eligible political party in its account shall be credited on the same day.
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(MENAFN - Khaleej Times) In a bid to promote trade and tourism to the United Arab Emirates, the Abu Dhabi government's Department of Culture and Tourism has organised the first-ever "Abu Dhabi Week" in India.
The week-long initiative to showcase the emirate's tourism, cultural heritage, art, entertainment and sports prowess through a multi-city exhibition is to be held from October 27 to 29 in Mumbai and from November 3 to 5 in New Delhi.
"India is a key tier-I priority for Abu Dhabi and represents our second-largest international source market for hotel guests. The 'Abu Dhabi Week', will encourage our partners and stakeholders to capitalise on the rapid growth of Indian visitors choosing to explore the emirate," Saif Saeed Ghobash, Director General, Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi, said in a statement.
"Apart from positioning the emirate as a holiday destination, we will also underline the message that Abu Dhabi is an ideal business location for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) industry with a superb choice of venues," Ghobash added.
The "Abu Dhabi Week" will offer a variety of interactive experiences like virtual reality booths which will provide life-like encounters of Ferrari World, Desert Safari and Etihad Airways flights to give a hands-on sense of the remarkable Abu Dhabi experience.
"The 'Abu Dhabi Week' is a project through which we would like to bring the tourism fraternity and the consumer together to showcase the vibrant world of Abu Dhabi... I foresee this event as an encouragement of tourism and trade between India and Abu Dhabi," noted Bejan Dinshaw, Country Manager, Department of Culture and Tourism.
Tourism has witnessed a year-on-year increase of 9 per cent with Abu Dhabi welcoming 225,000 Indian hotel guests from January to August.
Etihad Airways and Jet Airways operate 282 flights a week from 13 Indian destinations.
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(MENAFN- IANS) Mumbai, Feb 24 (IANS) Best known for her role Daya in the sitcom 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' (TMKOC), Disha Vakani was seen performing an 'Ashwamedh Yagya' puja in Mumbai, along with her husband and two children.
The video doing the rounds on the Net shows Disha wearing a bright yellow saree and matching jewellery. Her husband Mayur Padia, who is a chartered accountant, is also in a yellow kurta and white pyjama.
The snippet shows Disha saying, "I am blessed and fortunate to perform this Ashwamedh Yagya. Shri Ram had performed this yagya. Bahut achche vibes hain. We have performed many Gayatri mantras on the sets of TMKOC. This helps in improving the environment and gives birth to good thoughts in the minds of everyone."
Coming from Gujarat, Disha is also known for her work in films such as 'Devdas', 'Mangal Pandey: The Rising' and 'Jodhaa Akbar'.
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United Development Company (UDC), the master developer of The Pearl and Gewan islands, announced that nearly 90mn vehicles entered The Pearl Island since 2016. According to 2021 figures, this constitutes a 77% increase compared to vehicle influx in 2016. UDC is expecting to receive a significant 19mn vehicles by the end of 2022 based on current traffic data.
The number of vehicles is tracked through technologically advanced monitoring devices installed at the entrance of The Pearl Island. These devices registered an average 12% annual increase in vehicle influx over the past six years, covering visitors, tourists, residents, and employees.
The latest traffic data showed that from January to May 2022 alone, 8mn vehicles entered The Pearl Island compared to full-year figures of 9mn vehicles in 2016. The numbers are still expected to increase even more in the second half of 2022 with an even more promising ending by Q4 following the much-awaited 2022 FIFA World Cup.
The significant increase in resident and visitor influx to the island has also contributed to an increase in retail activity, evidenced by the subsequent rise in the demand for leasing of shops and restaurants where 360 varied retail and F&B brands are currently operational across the three main retail hubs in Porto Arabia, Medina Centrale, and Qanat Quartier.
The Pearl Island has equally launched various residential projects since 2016, leading to the achievement of the highest residential occupancy level of all time with a total of 52,000 residents. In this regard, the residential occupancy rate of UDC's rented properties has now reached 93%, which reflects the island's leading position as a popular residence, retail, and leisure destination.
With more residential and commercial projects in the pipeline, offering an estimated 5,700 residential units and serviced apartments, in addition to United School International and The Pearl International Hospital, as well as various hotel guestrooms, conference facilities, elegant ballrooms, shopping malls, and retail and dining experiences, visitor influx into The Pearl Island is projected to continue growing at a progressive rate annually.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) To raise awareness on the risks associated with sugar sweetened beverages, the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has launched a campaign for the community.
The campaign will raise awareness about the health risks associated with drinking sugar-sweetened beverages as these beverages are consumed in large quantities because of their availability and marketing.
This is the third phase of the campaign 'Your Health Comes First' under the slogan "Beat the habit...Fight Extra Sugar" and will take place until January 2018.
The campaign also aims to raise awareness about the chronic diseases associated with consuming large amounts of sugar.
Dr Fadila Mohamed Sherif, director of the health education and promotion department, said that the MoHAP pays a great attention to the topic of health awareness.
To be specific, the health risks associated with overconsumption of sugar, in order to promote the health of the members of the society, and prevent obesity and its associated health problems. This campaign is part of the national initiative that aims to promote healthy lifestyles.
Nouf Khamis, deputy manager, health education and promotion department, explained that the topic of sweetened drinks was chosen as many drinks contain large amounts of sugar that exceeds the daily requirement of added sugar in the diet; this, in turn, affects daily caloric intake, and may result in weight gain and other related diseases such as diabetes and heart disease.
"We aim to correct misconceptions about sweetened beverages; for example, that they are free of added sugar, and clarify that sugar can be hidden in many beverages with different names.
"In addition, we hope to reduce the consumption of sugar amongst individuals in order to adhere to the recommendations," she said.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) In March 2024, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine is planning to endorse the Ukraine Facility Plan, and then it will be submitted for the approval of the European Commission.
The relevant statement was made by the Ukrainian Economy Ministry , an Ukrinform correspondent reports.
“The approval of the Ukraine Facility program will strengthen our macroeconomic stability and bring Ukraine closer to membership in the European Union. The regulation contains the final conditions of the program, in particular regarding the Ukraine Facility Plan, which will be endorsed by the Government this March and submitted for the approval of the European Commission,” Ukrainian First Deputy Prime Minister, Economy Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko noted.
The Ukraine Facility includes three main components: EUR 38.27 billion in direct budget support, including EUR 33 billion in loans and EUR 5.27 billion in grants; EUR 6.97 billion as a special investment instrument to cover risks in priority sectors; and EUR 4.76 billion in technical support for reforms and interest coverage on loans, including those obtained previously.
The Ukraine Facility program also provides for a transitional financing mechanism that will allow Ukraine to receive support for the state budget even before the program is fully launched.
Currently, in cooperation with European partners, the Ukrainian government is working to sign a corresponding memorandum. The document is expected to be signed this March.
The basis for budget support under the program is the Ukraine Plan, providing for the implementation of structural reforms in the public sector, a number of economic reforms intended to develop the business climate and entrepreneurship, as well as steps to develop the priority sectors that can ensure a rapid economic growth.
As soon as final requirements are included in the Ukraine Facility Plan, it will be endorsed by the Ukrainian government and submitted for the approval of the European Commission. The European Union is expected to approve the Plan in April 2024, which would allow the Ukraine Facility to become fully operational.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, Jan. 18
The head of the Iran-South Korea Chamber of Commerce announced the possibility of releasing the seized South Korean oil tanker in the near future.
"Several meetings between the Korean delegation and Iran`s Ministry of Foreign Affairs are held but not all information about these meetings is available to the Chamber of Commerce," the Head of Iran, South Korea Chamber of Commerce, Hossein Tanhaie said, Trend reports citing ILNA.
"In the meeting with the presence of Vice President Ishaq Jahangiri, the measures to clear the Iranian blocked money in S. Korea by the private sector were discussed," he said.
He went on to mention the Chamber`s request to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to inform the private sector about the bilateral economic issues.
Tanhaie said that before seizing the oil tanker, part of the blocked money was to be bartered with essential goods such as medicine, food, and vaccines,
"The Korean delegation was supposed to stay in Tehran for two days, but they extended their visit," he said. "The Ministry of Foreign Affairs did not invite members of the chamber to attend the meetings, while before the ship was seized, all negotiations were attended by the private sector."
"Given the duration of the blockade of Iranian monies in Korea, the austerity measures to seize a Korean ship in Iran are reasonable," he added.
He noted that Iran-Korea relations are positive, but the Koreans were more cautious than other countries for fear of the United States sanctions.
Tanhaie announced the possibility of releasing the seized tanker in the next two weeks.
South Korea is mounting a diplomatic effort to free an oil tanker seized by Iran amid a dispute over frozen bank funds, the latest flare-up of tensions between Tehran and a U.S. ally. A South Korean delegation arrived in Tehran on Thursday, three days after the 9,797-ton oil tanker Hankuk Chemi and its 20 crew members were detained. The delegation is expected to lay the groundwork for a visit to Iran on Sunday by the country's vice foreign minister, according to the South Korean Foreign Ministry.
Tehran said the ship flouted environmental regulations, but Seoul disputes the claim.
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(MENAFN) The administration of Venezuelan Leader Nicolás Maduro has confirmed the arrest of human rights activist Rocio San Miguel, as announced on Sunday. Venezuela's Attorney General, Tarek William Saab, revealed on his social media accounts that San Miguel had been detained on charges related to conspiracy against Leader Maduro. However, specific details regarding the case against her were not provided by Saab.
Rocio San Miguel, aged 57, is a lawyer and prominent rights activist known for her focus on studying Venezuela's opaque and often corruption-ridden armed forces. According to Saab, San Miguel is allegedly connected to a conspiracy aimed at assassinating Leader Maduro or other government officials, as well as launching attacks against the armed forces.
The activist was reportedly apprehended at an airport in Caracas on Friday, though rights advocates have expressed concern over her whereabouts following her arrest. The lack of information regarding her current location has raised additional worries about her well-being and legal rights amid the circumstances.
“We do not know where she is now,” Gonzalo Himob, a representative of the human rights and civic organization Foro Penal, stated that the Maduro government is currently detaining 261 political prisoners, according to their estimations.
In December, Tarek William Saab, Venezuela's Attorney General, issued arrest orders for around twelve opposition members, which included the former National Assembly leader Juan Guaidó and three campaign aides associated with Leaderial candidate Maria Corina Machado.
Subsequently, in January, the U.S. government took a step back on some of the sanctions relief provided to Venezuela last year. This decision came in response to the South American country's highest court blocking the Leaderial candidacy of an opposition leader.
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Turkey’s total confirmed cases stood at 382,118, according to the infographic Koca shared on Twitter.
Some 1,817 patients recovered in the last 24 hours, the minister said.
The total number of recovered cases stood at 328,824.
Koca also said 146,247 tests were conducted over the past day, with the overall number of tests reaching 14,410,507.
The minister also added that while the rate of pneumonia in COVID-19 patients is 4.7 percent, the number of seriously ill patients is 2,386.
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Karbala (Iraq)- Dressed in black, 21 million pilgrims from around the world massed in the Karbala on Saturday for the Arba'een.
Arbaeen marks the end of the 40-day mourning period for the 7th-century massacre of Imam Hussain and his kith and kin by the forces of tyrant Yazid.
The annual commemoration of the event sees men and women from across Iraq and beyond travel to Karbala, where Imam Hussain and his brother Hazrat Abbas bin Ali are buried, for one of the world's largest religious gatherings.
After two years marked by the Covid pandemic and border restrictions, 21.2 million pilgrims have flocked to the city in central Iraq this week, said the organisation that manages Abol Fazal Abbas' mausoleum.
Among them are five million foreigners, including a record of more than three million from neighbouring Iran, according to authorities in the two countries.
On the esplanade linking the mausoleums of Imam Hussein and Abol Fazal Abbas, devout recited prayers on Saturday.
Groups of men beat their chests to the rhythm of chants and the din of war drums, some of them slowly making their way around the two mausoleums.
The pilgrims waved black and red flags and banners and chanted Labayk Ya Hussain (We Have Come O Hussain).
Since the overthrow of dictator Saddam Hussein in 2003, participation in Arba'een has been steadily increasing.
“Arba'een means different things to different people,” said Alex Shams, a doctoral student at the University of Chicago who specialises in Shia politics.
“For Iraqi Shias it's very much an expression of their freedom after years of dictatorship and also pride in their Shia identity,” he told AFP. For others it's an occasion to demonstrate Shia resurgence in the face of tears of suppression and unabated onslaughts by the groups like Daesh.
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(MENAFN- Tribal News Network) Peshawar: A high-level World Bank delegation met with the district administration and village councils of Mohmand in Ghalanai for consultations on the new World Bank-funded Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Rural Investment and Institutional Support Project (KP RIISP).
The delegation was led by Robin Mearns, Practice Manager for South Asia Social Sustainability and Inclusion, who met with representatives of the district administration and members of the village councils representing the entire district.
The delegation met with village council members from different parts of the Mohmand district to understand the development priorities of the communities they represented. The meeting also provided the World Bank team with an opportunity to announce the rollout of the KP RIISP, which will be implemented at a total cost of USD 200 million over the next 6 years to increase access to resilient and reliable basic services for households living in the newly merged areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
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The project comprises strengthening service delivery institutions at the district and tehsil levels, enhancing the quality of local service delivery, and building the capacity of the village councils to respond to the priority development needs of their communities. Welcoming the World Bank delegation, the district administration and village councils engaged in a development-led dialogue. The World Bank team pledged their continued support to address the development challenges of the Merged Areas.
Robin, in his discussions, also highlighted the importance of the village councils' role in responding to the development needs of local communities, including women, children, the physically challenged, and the elderly.“We are committed to working closely with the local communities, village councils, and district administrations to ensure that the KP RIISP brings tangible improvements to the lives of the people in Mohmand, Khyber, and all the other districts of the Merged Areas.”
He also affirmed that the World Bank remained firmly committed to its mission of reducing poverty and promoting development across Pakistan in an inclusive and sustainable manner. The meeting with Mohmand district officials and the elected council marked a significant step forward in strengthening collaboration on development-related initiatives and addressing the specific development challenges faced in the Merged Areas.
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(MENAFN) China and Brazil have enjoyed a strong economic partnership for many years, with China being Brazil's largest trade partner for 14 consecutive years. The two countries are highly complementary in economic cooperation, with Chinese demand for staple products from Brazil increasing in recent years. Before the first batch of Brazilian corn was imported into China via bulk ship in January, Brazilian agricultural products like soybeans, chicken, and sugar had already gained popularity among Chinese consumers. Brazilian beef, coffee, and propolis also attracted many visitors to the fifth China International Import Expo (CIIE) in 2021.
According to data from China's General Administration of Customs, the trade volume between China and Brazil stood at 171.35 billion U.S. dollars in 2022. China imported 54.4 million tonnes of soybeans and 1.11 million tonnes of frozen beef from Brazil, accounting for 59.72 percent and 41 percent of their total import amount, respectively. Brazil is also the first Latin American country to hit a trading volume of over 100 billion U.S. dollars with China.
Wang Cheng'an, a senior expert on Portuguese-speaking countries at the University of International Business and Economics, noted that Chinese demand for Brazilian agricultural products, minerals, and petroleum has been increasing. These industries have been pillars in the economic and trade cooperation between China and Brazil. Zhou Zhiwei, executive director of the Center for Brazilian Studies at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, also emphasized the importance of these industries in the two countries' economic partnership.
On Feb. 7, the People's Bank of China signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Central Bank of Brazil to establish renminbi (RMB) clearing arrangements in Brazil. This move is expected to improve bilateral trade efficiency and defuse external risks, providing an effective safeguard mechanism for trade between China and Brazil. Additionally, investment from China in infrastructure and projects for the public good has benefited Brazilians.
Overall, the economic cooperation between China and Brazil has strengthened over the years, with both countries benefiting from their complementary industries and trade relationships. As China's demand for Brazilian products continues to increase, and bilateral trade agreements become more efficient, the economic partnership between the two countries is expected to continue to thrive.
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By Laman Ismayilova
People's Artist Yusif Eyvazov will hold a master class at Moscow State Institute of Music on February 22.
The world-famous opera singer will hold an exclusive lesson for young vocalists, winners of the Moscow Mayor's Grants 20221 in the field of culture and art as well as the students of the Moscow State Institute of Music.
The master class participants have a chance to learn more about vocal art and get professional advice from the opera singer.
Recall that Yusif Eyvazov was awarded the title of Honorary Professor of the Moscow State Institute of Music last year.
Known for his beautiful voice, People's Artist Yusif Eyvazov is a regular guest at the world's leading opera houses. His name is included in the book 'The Best Tenors of the World'.
The unique sound of his voice and his vibrant stage presence allow him to combine an active opera career with numerous concert performances.
The opera singer has appeared on numerous recordings for Deutsche Grammophon including a complete recording of Puccini's 'Manon Lescaut' live from the Salzburg Festival and with his spouse, soprano Anna Netrebko's on the cross-over album 'Romanza'.
In 2017, Yusif Eyvazov was awarded the title of People's Artist of Azerbaijan.
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(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) By Adelwaheb El-Gueyed LJUBLJANA, June 28 (KUNA) -- The State of Kuwait plays major roles within the regional and international scenes and this fact led to the Gulf country's election as a non-permanent member in the UNSC, said a top Slovenian legislator Tuesday.
After meeting with a visiting Kuwaiti parliamentary delegation, Milan Brglez, Speaker of the Slovenian National Assembly, told KUNA that Slovenia trusts that Kuwait will actively contribute to the promotion of peace and security globally, and will uphold the UN Charter.
Slovenia and Kuwait are both active members of the United Nations, supportive of preventive diplomacy, UN reform and the implementation of Agenda 2030 for Sustainable Development.
He revealed that Slovenia was eager to bolster relations with Kuwait on all possible domains, revealing that his country took several steps to facilitate cooperation with Kuwait and other GCC countries especially within the economic and commercial sectors.
He indicated that the current visit by the Kuwaiti delegation, headed by MP Dr. Jam'am Al-Herbish, would help push forward parliamentary ties.
"The delegation of the Kuwaiti Parliamentary Friendship Group to the Slovenian parliament in the last two years is very telling of the good relationship between our institutions. Nevertheless, while the intensity of our relations has recently evidently been growing, plenty of room remains for further strengthening of cooperation," said Brglez.
Asked about Slovenia willingness to participate in the (Kuwait 2035), the Speaker said that Slovenian companies and business were eager to invest in Kuwait and partake in the ambitious development plan of the GCC country.
"We see Kuwait as one of the most important partners in this respect. Particular attention will be paid to the field of development aid, where we have identified potential for cooperation of individual Kuwaiti and Slovenian funds and to the economic cooperation, including investments." "Slovenian companies (especially those active in the Gulf region) are aware of business opportunities knowing the exceptional development plans of Kuwait. Slovenian companies can contribute their share in high-tech solutions in different fields such as technological equipment for various constructional and industrial facilities, renewable and sustainable energy and top IT solutions. Slovenian companies could offer their experience in the field of environmental technologies and projects, in the field of civil engineering constructions, closer cooperation between the two countries in tourism, including health and spa tourism. The international reputation, abundant knowledge and extensive experience make Slovenian companies reliable and trustworthy business partners." He also welcomed Kuwaiti investments in Slovenia, noting that his country has many opportunities to offer for those eager to do business. (end) amg.gta
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Stocks Close Lower, On Target For Weekly Losses
(MENAFN- Baystreet.ca) Stocks Close Lower, on Target for Weekly Losses
Stocks fell for a second session on Thursday following the Federal Reserve's aggressive rate hike, as investors increasingly fear the central bank will push the economy into a recession as it battles to curb rising inflation.
The Dow Jones Industrials lost 107.1 points to end Thursday's session at 30,076.68. The 30-stock index flirted with gains through the day but stayed in negative territory for most of the session.
The S&P 500 retreated 31.94 points to 3,760.23.
The NASDAQ Composite slid 153.39 points, or 1.4%, to 11,066.81.
Defensive stocks outperformed with drugmakers and consumer staples in the green on Thursday. Eli Lilly shares gained 4% after UBS upgraded the stock and said it could be developing the biggest drug ever.
Shares of Cano Health surged more than 40% in late afternoon trading following a Wall Street Journal report that Humana and other potential buyers are in talks to buy the primary-care provider.
All the major averages are on pace to finish the week with losses. The Dow is down about 2.1%, while the S&P is negative 2.6%, and NASDAQ has tumbled 3.1%.
Treasury prices fell sharply, sending yields springing up to 3.70% from Wednesday's 3.51%. Treasury prices and yields move in opposite direction.
Oil prices gained 59 cents to $83.53 U.S. a barrel.
Gold prices gained $4.50 to $1,680.20 U.S. an ounce.
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Disney+ increases subscription cost by 38 percent, adds ad-supported subscription
(MENAFN) The Walt Disney frim declared on Wednesday that it is increasing the cost of its prize Disney+ streaming facility by 38 percent, with a target to produce additional income for its money-losing online businesses.
An ad-free subscription to Disney+ is going to cost USD10.99 a month or USD109.99 per year in the US starting at the end of the year, increasing from its present price of USD7.99 for 1 month.
The Disney-owned Hulu is going to boost costs for all of its members as well.
The ad-supported subscription, which right now priced at USD6.99 for 1 month or $69.99 for 1 year, is going to go higher to USD7.99 a month or $79.99 a year.
The company also stated that it is preparing to announce an ad-supported tier of the flagship streaming facility.
Bob Chapek, the CEO of the Walt Disney Firm, stated that "We had an excellent quarter, with our world-class creative and business teams powering outstanding performance at our domestic theme parks, big increases in live-sports viewership, and significant subscriber growth at our streaming services."
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Swiss financial professor Fabian Schär's (left) interest in blockchain started with a love of computer technology. Live Fabrik GmbH
The international monetary and financial system is changing at breakneck speed. Cryptocurrencies, such as bitcoin, and blockchain technology pose huge challenges for banks. Fabian Schär, Professor of Blockchain, Bitcoin and Financial Market Technology at the University of Basel, has a front row seat to view these developments. This content was published on May 4, 2023 May 4, 2023 more from this author swissinfo.ch
The shape of our monetary system is politically significant, Fabian Schär told SWI swissinfo's Geldcast podcast. The professor of financial market infrastructure is one of the world's most sought-after experts on the theme of cryptocurrencies and blockchain. He has been invited to speak at G20 meetings and most recently at the Indian Ministry of Economic Affairs.
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“The atmosphere at such meetings is very impressive,” says Schär. The G20 is a loose association of world's biggest economies, attended by the most powerful political actors. Proposed changes to international regulations are regularly discussed first at these meetings, mostly behind closed doors.
Fintech is a hot topic at the moment and it's Schär's speciality. Fintech includes everything to do with financial market infrastructure, such as the processing of payments.
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Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Condoles Queen of Britain, on Death of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
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Riyadh, April 9, 2021, SPA -- The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has sent a cable of condolences and consolation to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, on the death of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
The King said: "We received with utmost sorrow the news of the death of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, and as we express to Your Majesty, the Royal Family and the friendly people of the United Kingdom, the warmest condolences and sincere consolation, we supplicate that you may never see any harm or mischief".
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Why Investors Should Avoid This Once-Promising Growth Stock
Many stocks that were hot buys during the pandemic have cooled off, significantly. Peloton Interactive
(NASDAQ:PTON) is no exception. The company's high-priced bikes looked like attractive options for
working out amid stay-at-home orders. But now with the economy opening back up, people able to go
the gyms, and inflation making the company's bikes look even more unaffordable, it's of little surprise
that Peloton has fallen out of favour with investors.
Its shares are down a mammoth 84% over the past 12 months. And the company's latest earnings
results only made it look like an even worse buy moving forward.
Earlier this month, Peloton released its third-quarter earnings. Sales of $964.3 million fell short of
analyst expectations of $972.9 million. That was also far less than the $1.26 billion that Peloton reported
in the prior-year period. And the bottom line was disaster as the company's per-share loss of $2.27 was
more than double the $0.83 loss that Wall street was anticipating for Q3.
Peloton is sitting on significant inventory, suggesting that its products still aren't moving quickly. Plus,
the company is looking to raise its subscription prices, which will make its memberships less attractive,
and likely contribute to already struggling bike demand.
Even despite remarkable sales growth a year ago, Peloton wasn't a profitable business. Now, facing
some significant headwinds, it's going to be even more challenging for the company to have any hope of
breaking even. And that's why as bad as things have gotten for Peloton, they could still get a whole lot
worse for the company and its stock
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(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, March 4 (IANS) Australia's High Commissioner to India, Philip Green, said on Monday that he is keen to observe India's upcoming Lok Sabha elections "firsthand" just as he undertook his first official visit to Bihar to meet "prominent political figures".
The country's biggest democratic exercise will take off with the poll schedule and dates expected to be announced by the Election Commission of India later this month.
Calling elections a "festival of democracy", Green said he hopes to have "interesting conversations" with top political brass in the state.
"In #Bihar - home to the world's first university at Nalanda & the Bodhi tree - on my first official visit! Look fwd to interesting conversations w prominent political figures in the lead up to India's general elections - the festival of democracy - that I am keen to observe firsthand," Green posted on X on Monday.
The High Commissioner also met Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and other top leaders late last month as he visited Uttar Pradesh.
Meeting CM Adityanath at his official residence in Lucknow on February 28, he discussed bilateral trade, investment, education, and technology cooperation between Australia and Uttar Pradesh. While CM Adityanath called his meeting with Green "fruitful" in a social media post, the latter said that he enjoyed interacting with prominent political leaders in Uttar Pradesh and that it was "fascinating to hear their insights on the political dynamics of the state".
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(MENAFN) In an exclusive interview with a news agency Poland's Minister of Climate and Environment, Anna Moskwa, emphasized the imperative need for nuclear energy as a crucial component in the acceleration of emission reduction efforts. According to Moskwa, achieving swift progress in emission reduction necessitates the presence of stable energy, leading her to assert that nuclear power plants represent the singular solution to meet this demand.
Moskwa underscored that Poland is approaching this critical matter from a scientific standpoint rather than a political one. She highlighted the country's commitment to adopting an evidence-based approach to expedite the reduction of emissions, reinforcing the idea that stable energy is synonymous with both security and sovereignty for nations.
During the interview, conducted by Lubna Bouza, the editor-in-chief of economics at Sky News Arabia, Moskwa elaborated on the relationship between stable energy and emission reduction. She pointed out that stable energy becomes essential in the context of efforts to replace or compensate for power plants relying on fossil fuels, aligning with the broader goal of eliminating fossil fuels from the energy landscape entirely.
"If we want to completely get rid of fossil fuels forever, we need stable energy as an alternative to power plants that rely on fossil fuels," asserted Minister Moskwa, signaling a proactive and strategic approach to transitioning to cleaner and more sustainable energy sources. The interview sheds light on Poland's commitment to navigating the complex intersection of energy, emissions, and environmental sustainability through a scientifically grounded perspective.
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OPEC+ continues its aim to reduce oil output by 2 million bpd
(MENAFN) The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and allies, recognized as OPEC+, accepted on Sunday to stick to its aim of reducing oil production by 2 million barrels a day (bpd).
The verdict was made at the 34th OPEC and non-OPEC Ministerial Gathering with a view of “stabilizing global oil markets,” as said by a statement.
The gathering was hosted through videoconference just a day before the EU’s restriction on Russian seaborne crude oil shipments and a controversial USD60 per barrel price limit for Russian oil comes into action on Monday.
OPEC+ reassured that verdict taken two months ago to reduce output by 2 million bpd “was purely driven by market considerations and recognized in retrospect by the market participants to have been the necessary and the right course of action towards stabilizing global oil markets.”
Even though the group’s next ministerial gathering is arranged for the 4th of June, its mutual Ministerial Monitoring Committee (JMMC), which arranges every two months, could demand a ministerial-level gathering “to take immediate additional measures to address market developments and support the balance of the oil market and its stability if necessary,” the announcement mentioned.
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(MENAFN- PR Newswire)
DOVER, Del., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At their meeting held today, the Board of Directors of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK ) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.535 per share on the Company's common stock. The $0.535 per share dividend will be paid on October 5, 2022 to all shareholders of record at the close of business on September 15, 2022.
Chesapeake has paid dividends to its shareholders without interruption for 61 years and has increased its annualized dividend every year since 2004. About Chesapeake Utilities Corporation:
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is a diversified energy delivery company, listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Chesapeake Utilities Corporation offers sustainable energy solutions through its natural gas transmission and distribution, electricity generation and distribution, propane gas distribution, mobile compressed natural gas utility services and solutions, and other businesses. For more information, visit .
Please note that Chesapeake Utilities Corporation has no affiliation with Chesapeake Energy, an oil and natural gas exploration company headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. For more information, contact:
Alex WhitelamHead of Investor Relations[email protected] 215.872.2507
SOURCE Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
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(MENAFN - Khaleej Times) Inspired by the nearly completed Louvre Abu Dhabi museum on Saadiyat Island, Faisal Al Saari will share for the first time tonight Zayed's Dream, his latest musical composition. He will join Gustav Mahler Youth Orchestra, performing for the first time in UAE, led by celebrated conductor Christoph Eschenbach, for a special concert dedicated to the much talked about museum and the French-Emirati cultural dialogues.
"I was commissioned to compose this piece especially for this concert," Faisal told Khaleej Times. "I call it Zayed's Dream because I believe such cultural achievement such as the Louvre Abu Dhabi would have been Shaikh Zayed's dream. If he were with us today, he would had been so happy to see the world's most iconic museum here, in Abu Dhabi."
Faisal, one of the very few Emirati professional classical music composers, began practising and learning classical Arabic music in 1986, in Dubai. Back then, music was just a hobby, but the passion grew and Faisal grew with it.
"For the Louvre museum, I will perform an oud concerto in three parts," said Faisal. "Louvre is a French museum, but it is now coming here, mixing with our society, getting a new identity. The composition will reflect all that, the East and the West coming together."
Following Zayed's Dream performance, there will be another world premiere from one of the greatest contemporary French composers, Bruno Mantovani.
Organised by the Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority, the concert is taking place at Manarat Al Saadiyat.
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