(MENAFN- Jordan Times) AMMAN — The 13th edition of the Amman Security Colloquium will be launched Wednesday, November 17, with the participation of Arab and international figures and a group of senior speakers.
Ayman Khalil, head of the forum's organising committee, said that the two-day forum will be held at the Wadi Rum amphitheater at University of Jordan, according to the Jordan News Agency, Petra.
The forum will feature HRH Prince Hassan, Chairman of the Jordan Atomic Energy Commission Khaled Toukan, Head of Mission and Force Commander of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) Maj. Gen. Stefano Del Col, Senior Advisor to Dubai Public Policy Research Centre Sheikha Najlaa Al Qasimi, Iraqi National Security Advisor Qassem Al Araji, in addition to a group of international researchers and security experts.
The forum will witness a session on the Arab region and Turkey to address concerns and cooperation, as well as sessions on maritime security in the Red Sea, Gulfs of Aden and Oman, Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty in the Middle East, enhancing the role of women and youth, their inclusion in security and disarmament issues, and security challenges in the Middle East.
The forum's activities are expected to focus on nuclear, biological, chemical and radiological armament.
The forum will also shed light on foreign policies, regional cooperation, disarmament, and non-proliferation, with a special focus on the Middle East region.
On the sidelines of the forum, the Arab Institute for Security Studies (ACSIS) will hold a number of sessions, in which personalities from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Iran will participate.
Khalil said that the forum, organised by ACSIS in cooperation with a number of governmental and international organisations, has become one of the most prominent specialised high-level forums in the region, highlighting the role of Amman as an incubator for Arab and international dialogue.
He noted that this annual gathering of international experts and decision-makers aims to discuss emerging security challenges at the international and regional levels.
The Amman Security Forum had previously announced the Amman Security Competition in its 3rd edition, which aims to enhance the contribution of emerging youth leaders interested in security and strategic issues.
The forum provides the winners of the competition the opportunity to join the Conference on Arms Control, Disarmament and Weapons of Mass Destruction Non-Proliferation, and present their winning scientific contributions in front of the forum attendees, without incurring financial fees.
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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) Parul Chaudhary has brought pride to India by clinching the coveted gold medal in the 5000m race at the Asian Games 2022. Her exceptional performance showcased not only her dedication but also her remarkable talent on the track. This achievement is a testament to the relentless hard work and training that athletes like Parul undergo to excel on the international stage.
The victory not only adds another gold to India's tally but also serves as an inspiration for aspiring athletes across the nation. Parul Chaudhary's triumph at the Asian Games is a shining example of India's prowess in the world of athletics.
Parul Chaudhary clocked an impressive time of 15:14.75. This remarkable achievement marked Parul's second medal at the Hangzhou Games, following her silver medal win in the women's 3000m Steeplechase just a day prior. Her consistent excellence on the track has not only made her a standout performer but also a source of immense pride for India at the prestigious sporting event.
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ABU DHABI, 17th March, 2018 (WAM) -- The UAE Pavilion at the Riyadh International Book Fair has been well received by visitors, drawing large crowds who enjoyed an array of activities organised by 18 Emirati cultural institutions.
Set to welcome visitors until 24th March, the UAE pavilion at the fair features a dynamic blend of traditional and contemporary design and highlights the strong cultural bilateral ties between the United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Over the course of the fair, the pavilion will play host to a series of poetry evenings held by the Emirates Writers Union, the Poetry Academy and the Sharjah Book Authority. The programme will also include two seminars on the publishing industry in the UAE courtesy of the Emirates Publishers Association, taking place on 21st and 23rd March.
The Sharjah Book Authority will also hold a symposium on 18th March featuring Emirati authors Abdulla Al Nuami and Fathiya Al Nimr.
The pavilion has a truly diverse offering in store to suit visitors of all ages. Children in particular will have no shortage of engaging activities to participate in, including interactive competitions and educational programs presented by Nat Geo Kids and Majid TV channels as well as complementary gifts for the fair's younger visitors. The Emirates Youth Council will also run activities until 19th March, including children's storytelling sessions and drawing workshops.
The Riyadh International Book Fair is one of the largest cultural events in the Kingdom and remains among the most well attended amongst exhibitions across the region, with the participation of over 500 Arab and international publishing houses and over 80 cultural events.
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São Paulo – The Arab Brazilian Chamber of Commerce (ABCC) is preparing a mission for business people from all Arab countries. The activities will start on July 3 and continue for six days. Registration is open to executives who wish to participate and can be done directly with the ABCC team through the email .
The mission is open to companies from different sectors. The goal is that, with the skills obtained in the activities, companies will be able to market Arab products to Brazil. The investment is USD 1,300. The schedule will be in English, and the deadline for registration is June 30.
The activities will address topics such as access to the Brazilian market and legal and regulatory issues. Entrepreneurs will also be able to access consultancy on Brazilian consumption habits and marketing strategies for sales and new technologies used in the country, among other trends.
The program could also include technical visits to sites where executives can see and closely assess the market, competition, packaging, and labeling of products already sold in Brazil.
The mission includes participation in the Economic Forum Brazil & Arab Countries . The theme of the mission also converges with that of the event, which takes place on July 4 at the Renaissance Hotel, in São Paulo, in a hybrid format. The forum's theme is Legacy and Innovation, and the mission's program will seek to address innovative aspects of the Brazilian market, such as digital platforms, marketing, and networks.
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(MENAFN- Saudi Press Agency) Cairo, September 24, 2022, SPA — Minister of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif bin Abdulaziz Al Al-Sheikh headed the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's delegation to the 33rd International Conference of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, which kicked off today in Cairo, entitled“Ijtihad is the necessity of the era.” The conference is organized by the Egyptian Ministry of Endowments with the participation of the Ministers of Endowments and Islamic Affairs, Muftis, and heads of Islamic institutions, universities, and Islamic societies from 90 countries.
In the opening session, Dr. Al Al-Sheikh stressed the constants of Saudi Arabia in confronting terrorism, and extremism, and spreading moderation, and tolerance that was commanded by the true Islamic religion, noting that the world is going through difficult times, which put scholars in front of huge responsibilities, which require exerting collective and institutional efforts to link people to religion.
The Minister reviewed the efforts made by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and HRH the Crown Prince in the service of Islam and Muslims, based on the principles of religion and compassion, and efforts to immunize Islam against extremists and fanatics who distort its pure image.
The Kingdom's delegation participating in the 33rd International Conference of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs included the Undersecretary for Islamic Affairs, Awwad bin Sabti Al-Enezi, and Acting Advisor for Islamic Affairs Sheikh Muhammad bin Abdul Wahid Al-Arifi.
The two-day conference will discuss important themes, including ijtihad, an urgent necessity in the present era, images and controls of ijtihad, mujtahids and their preparation, as well as a review of selected models of institutional ijtihad, as well as modern models in the economic, medical and environmental fields, such as harming the environment from the Sharia perspective.
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China Announces Sanctions, Countermeasures After Pelosi's Taiwan Visit
(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) TOKYO, Aug 5 (KUNA) -- China decided to adopt sanctions on US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and her immediate family members in accordance with relevant laws, after her visit to Taiwan earlier this week.
The move is in response to Pelosi's 'egregious provocation,' the Chinese Foreign Ministry said in statement on Friday without specifying the nature of the potential sanctions.
'In disregard of China's grave concerns and firm opposition, Pelosi insisted on visiting Taiwan.
'This constitutes a gross interference in China's internal affairs. It gravely undermines China's sovereignty and territorial integrity, seriously tramples on the one-China principle, and severely threatens peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait,' according to the statement.
The ministry also announced countermeasures against Washington, including the cancellation of bilateral talks for defense policy coordination and military maritime consultative agreement, as well as the suspension of China-US talks on climate change.
Pelosi, who is second in line to the US presidency, visited Taiwan on Tuesday despite Beijing's warnings, becoming the first incumbent US House speaker to set foot in Taiwan in 25 years. China and Taiwan separated after a civil war in 1949, but Beijing sees the island as its territory. (end)
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The Indian rupee appreciated four paise to 82.66 against the US dollar (22.52 versus the UAE dirham) in early trade on Wednesday, supported by a firm trend in Indian equities.
However, investors remained concerned over rising crude prices in the overseas markets and persistent foreign capital outflows, forex traders said.
At the Indian interbank foreign exchange, the South Asian currency opened strong at 82.67 against the dollar, then inched higher to 82.66, a rise of 4 paise over its last close.
In early deals, it was moving in a close range of 82.66-82.67. On Tuesday, the rupee rose 6 paise to close at 82.70 against the US dollar.
Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, slipped 0.10 per cent to 103.33.
Brent crude futures, the global oil benchmark, advanced 0.18 per cent to $83.84 per barrel.
Meanwhile, the 30-share BSE Sensex was trading 220.75 points or 0.37 per cent higher at 60,506.79 points. The broader NSE Nifty advanced 71.35 points or 0.40 per cent to 17,792.85 points.
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) were net sellers in the capital market on Tuesday as they offloaded shares worth Rs25.59 billion, according to exchange data.
(With inputs from PTI)
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(MENAFN - Trend News Agency ) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 21
Turkey's export of products of the mining industry to Georgia increased by 54.2 percent from January through May 2021 compared to the same period of last year up to $7 million, the Turkish Ministry of Trade told Trend on June 28.
Turkey increased the export of products of the mining industry to Georgia by 28.8 percent in May 2021 compared to May 2020 up to $955,000.
Turkey as a whole increased export of products of the mining industry by 51 percent from January through May 2021 compared to the same period of last year up to $2.3 billion.
Turkey exported the products of the mining industry worth $548.7 million in May 2021, which is 101 percent more than in May 2020.
Turkey's export of products of the mining industry reached $ 5.05 billion over the past 12 months (May 2020 - May 2021).
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Rachel Maddow reports on the closings that are already taking place across the United States of women's health clinics that offer abortions, and highlights expected further closings as well as the alternatives desperate women will likely pursue as Republican anti-abortion laws continue to take effect.


Israeli envoy seeks meeting with Lorde
(MENAFN- Gulf Times) Israel's ambassador to New Zealand has invited pop singer Lorde to a personal meeting after the 21-year old this week cancelled a scheduled concert in Tel Aviv.
Lorde's performance in Israel could have contributed to the 'spirit of hope and peace in the Middle East, Gerberg said. 'Music is a wonderful language of tolerance and friendship, which brings people together, he added.Jerusalem Post journalist Amy Spiro on Monday published a statement by Lorde saying that she had decided to cancel the show.
'I pride myself on being an informed young citizen, and I had done a lot of reading and sought a lot of opinions before deciding to book a show in Tel Aviv, but I'm not too proud to admit I didn't make the right call on this one, the Royals singer said. The cancellation was prompted after Jewish New Zealander Justine Sachs and Palestinian New Zealander Nadia Abu-Shanab wrote to the singer saying 'playing in Tel Aviv will be seen as giving support to the policies of the Israeli government, even if you make no comment on the political situation.
Artists who have participated in the cultural boycott of Israel through the Palestinian-led Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement include Brian Eno and Pink Floyd's Roger Waters, writers Arundhati Roy and Eduardo Galeano and film-maker Ken Loach. Lorde has not yet commented publicly.
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HARRISONBURG- A federal judge sentenced former Winchester Commonwealth's Attorney Paul Hampton Thomson on Monday to more than three years in prison for evidence-tampering and drug possession.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Lithuanian Defense Minister Arvydas Anusauskas says Lithuania will purchase 37 kamikaze drones to provide to Ukraine, using the money raised by the Legion of Boom campaign.
The relevant statement was issued via Twitter , as seen by Ukrinform.
'Part of the funds collected by #LegionOfBoom (1,000,000 euros) will be transferred to Lithuanian Ministry of National Defense and will be used for the purchase of 37 kamikaze drones from Poland and then sent to Ukraine. Thank you everyone, who made donations!' the minister wrote.
The Legion of Boom campaign raising funds to arm Ukraine, organized by Lithuanian journalist Andryus Tapinas, was timed to Ukraine's Independence Day. According to Tapinas, by the time the fundraiser was completed, Lithuanians had donated EUR 1.545 million. Read also:
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As Tapinas reported on Facebook, 27 Polish Warmate kamikaze drones will be purchased for EUR 1 million, while their manufacturer, WB Group, will provide ten more drones to Ukraine free of charge.
As Ukrinform reported earlier, Ukraine will receive Black Hornet reconnaissance micro-drones from Great Britain and Norway.
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Ania is interested in ancient trade and the adaptations of remote communitites to changing marginal landscapes. She co-directs a couple of projects from the low-lying atolls of Kiribati, Micronesia to the high altitudes of the Indian Himalaya.
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Eurozone economic activity shrank further in September but the rate of decline has slowed, a key survey showed on Friday.
Data from the HCOB Flash Eurozone purchasing managers' index (PMI) published by S&P Global rose to 47.1 in September from 46.7 in August. A figure below 50 indicates contraction.
Cyrus de la Rubia, chief economist at Hamburg Commercial Bank, said he expects the 20-country single currency area to "enter a contraction in the third quarter", shrinking 0.4 percent from the pervious quarter.
The data also showed falling activity in services for a second month.
"The numbers for PMI services in the Eurozone paint a grim picture, but it's not all doom and gloom," he said, pointing to firms hiring "at a somewhat faster pace" in September than in August.
The eurozone economy is struggling since Russia's war on Ukraine began last year, which pushed energy prices to sky-high levels and led to soaring inflation.
Although the economy weathered the storm better than expected and energy costs have since fallen, inflation remains well above the European Central Bank's two-percent target and households are feeling the pinch from higher food and drinks prices.
The eurozone's misery has been worsened by the weak performances of the European Union's biggest economies, France and Germany.
French activity shrank sharply, falling to its lowest level since November 2020, while Germany recorded another contraction in overall activity for the third month.
"In terms of the weakness in the manufacturing sector, France is catching up with Germany," de la Rubia said.
The European Commission earlier this month cut its 2023 and 2024 eurozone economic growth forecasts.
The EU's executive arm said it expected GDP would be 0.8 percent this year and 1.3 percent in 2024.
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(MENAFN- Newsroom Panama) Deputy Yanibel Ábrego has 28 employees on a permanent payroll, whose salaries total $ 51,000 per month
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A driver, who at the same time is mayor; who receives his two salaries, even if he is on leave from one of his jobs, or administrative assistants who share directives with Deputy Yanibel Ábrego and who attend to the business of the official and her relatives, are just some of the findings in the personnel payroll permanent office of this deputy. Ábrego, with 28 public servants at her service - whose salaries add up to a whopping $51,000 a month - has apparently seen us look stupid, since part of his staff, in addition to what has already been described, works on her political and electoral campaigns, instead of going about the business for which they are paid thousands of dollars a month. There are even people who maintain that they have received money and food in exchange for joining the ranks of the Ábrego political group. Is it the only one that has your staff involved in your companies and campaign? It is very possible that it is not the only one. This is how our taxes are spent: it is the petty cash of the game – LA PRENSA, Sep. 21.
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(MENAFN) President Biden has called on Congress to grant his administration the authority to impose stricter penalties on senior bank executives who mismanage lending institutions. This comes as several recent bank failures continue to rattle the industry. The President specifically requested that the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation's (FDIC) authority to recover compensation, including gains from stock sales, from executives at failed banks like Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank be expanded. He also wants to improve the FDIC's ability to bar executives from holding jobs in the banking industry when their banks enter receivership and to expand the FDIC's ability to bring fines against the executives of failed banks.
According to a White House summary of the president's request to Congress, Mr. Biden is eager to work with lawmakers to strengthen accountability in these three areas and in any other areas members can identify. The president is calling for tougher penalties for senior bank executives whose mismanagement contributed to their institutions failing.
In a statement, Mr. Biden explained that the law limits the administration's authority to hold executives responsible. He believes that when banks fail due to mismanagement and excessive risk-taking, it should be easier for regulators to claw back compensation from executives, to impose civil penalties, and to ban executives from working in the banking industry again.
The President's request for expanded FDIC authority comes as the fallout from several recent bank failures continues to rattle the industry. The move aims to increase accountability and prevent future bank failures caused by mismanagement and excessive risk-taking. As the banking industry faces ongoing challenges, President Biden's call for tougher penalties for senior bank executives is an important step towards ensuring that they are held responsible for their actions. It remains to be seen how Congress will respond to the President's request and what impact this will have on the future of the banking industry.
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(MENAFN- Gulf Times) Iraq's prime minister met with leaders in rivals Saudi Arabia and Iran yesterday, discussing regional stability as part of Baghdad's efforts to mediate between the two Middle East heavyweights.
Mustafa al-Kadhimi visited Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in Tehran, after earlier meeting with Saudi Arabia's leader Crown Prince Mohamed bin Salman in the Saudi city of Jeddah.
Raisi appeared to welcome the mediation bid, saying:“We stressed the need for regional leaders to negotiate with one another to resolve the region's problems.”
Iran and Iraq“believe that peace and tranquillity in the region depend on the role of all regional leaders,” he added in a news conference with Kadhimi.
Raisi welcomed an April ceasefire in Yemen - where Tehran and Riyadh back opposing sides in the seven-year civil war. But he criticised all forms of rapprochement with Israel.
“The normalisation of relations with the Zionist regime or the presence of strangers in the region will not resolve any problems in the region, but rather aggravate them,” Raisi said.
Kadhimi said that he and Raisi had“agreed on the need to...preserve regional calm and fight food insecurity”. Iraq has over the past year hosted five rounds of talks between Riyadh and Tehran, with the last session held in April.
Kadhimi said at the time he believed that“reconciliation is near”, a further reflection of shifting political alignments across the region.
During Kadhemi's meeting yesterday with Prince Mohamed, the two addressed“bilateral relations and opportunities for joint co-operation”, the official Saudi Press Agency reported.
“They exchanged points of view on a number of issues that would contribute to supporting and strengthening regional security and stability,” it added.
On Saturday, an Iraqi cabinet source said that Kadhimi's trip“comes in the context of talks that Riyadh and Tehran recently held in Baghdad”. The source said those talks“represented a road map for mending relations and returning to the right course of strengthening bilateral relations” between Saudi Arabia and Iran.
In early March, Prince Mohamed said his country and Iran were“neighbours forever”, and that it was“better for both of us to work it out and to look for ways in which we can coexist”.
After his arrival in the kingdom, Kadhimi performed the minor pilgrimage, known as Umrah, in the holy city of Makkah, according to pictures released by his office.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency ) BAKU, Azerbaijan, Sept. 21
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During the Armenian occupation of the Azerbaijani lands, the mineral resources of Azerbaijan were plundered, Trend reports, referring to the statement of Deputy Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources Vugar Kerimov stated at the event on the topic "The state of the environment and natural resources in the Eastern Zangezur and Karabakh economic regions".
Some 52 deposits of gold, silver, copper, mercury, various building materials, underground water, and thermal mineral waters were exploited and looted during the occupation, the Deputy Minister said.
Eastern Zangezur and the Karabakh region are particularly rich in water resources, he noted.
"There are 14 main rivers, 9 reservoirs, 7 lakes, and natural mineral springs of ecological importance in these territories. The 4 main transboundary rivers between Azerbaijan and Armenia - the Araz, Basitchay, Bargushadchay, and Okhchuchay remained outside environmental control. Thus, it was impossible to obtain accurate information about the state of these basins for a long time. The monitoring results showed that these rivers are extremely heavily polluted with heavy metals," he said.
The Zangezur copper-molybdenum and Kafan copper-ore plants on the territory of Armenia pollute the Ohchuchay River with untreated production waters, as well as with sewage generated in the cities of Kafan and Gajaran.
"The riverbed has turned into an environmental disaster zone. Excessive pollution of the Okhchuchai River has led to the mass destruction of fauna species. There was no maintenance of the Sarsang reservoir during the occupation, which turned it into a source of potential threat to 40,000 people living in nearby territories. In winter, as a result of the water supply from this reservoir, settlements, agricultural plots, communication lines were flooded. In summer, water was practically not supplied, so there was a shortage of it and serious problems for watering the sown areas," the Deputy Minister added.
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(MENAFN- Morocco World News) Rabat - Morocco has decided to recall its Ambassador in Algiers for consultations, a communique from the Moroccan Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Friday night. The move comes after the Algerian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abdellah Messahel, accused Morocco of funding its investments programs in Sub-Saharan Africa with money obtained from drug-trafficking. "Following the very serious statements of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria, concerning the African policy of the Kingdom of Morocco, the Chargé d'Affaires of the Embassy of Algeria in Rabat was summoned tonight, at the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation," the Moroccan Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in the communique posted on its Facebook page. The top Algerian diplomat accused Moroccan banks of "laundering drug-trafficking money" in Sub-Saharan African countries. "Everybody knows that Moroccan banks launder the money obtained from trafficking. The leaders of many African countries have told me this," he claimed. The Algerian Minister went as far as accusing the Moroccan state-owned carrier, Royal Air Maroc, of transporting cannabis to Sub-Saharan Africa. These remarks were squarely denounced by Moroccan authorities, who pointed out that the Algerian Minister showed lack of knowledge regarding the Moroccan banking system and the rules of the international civil aviation. "The remarks made by the Algerian Minister on banking institutions and the national airline, testify to a deep and inexplicable ignorance of basic standards of the functioning of the banking system and civil aviation, both at national level and international," the communique"
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Qatar Cancer Society, Houston Methodist Global Health Care Services Sign MoU to Advance Cancer Awareness
(MENAFN) Qatar Cancer Society (QCS) and Houston Methodist Global Health Care Services have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance cancer awareness, support patients, and promote scientific research opportunities in the field. The MoU was signed by Sheikh Dr. Khalid bin Jabor Al Thani, Chairman of QCS, and Talal Braidy, Regional Director of Global Development at Houston Methodist Global.
The signing of the MoU is a significant step towards raising cancer awareness and empowering patients in Qatar. The agreement also reflects the commitment of both organizations to community service and effective partnerships that benefit society. Sheikh Dr. Khalid bin Jabor Al Thani praised Houston Methodist Global's efforts in the health sector and its active role in supporting QCS. He expressed hope that the cooperation would be the first building block for future partnerships that benefit all members of society, especially those living with cancer.
The agreement between QCS and Houston Methodist Global provides an opportunity to build close partnerships to spread awareness and contribute to the provision of health and humanitarian services to cancer patients. The two organizations are cooperating in affirmation of QCS's vision to make Qatar a leader in cancer prevention and control. Sheikh Dr. Khalid bin Jabor Al Thani indicated that the agreement between the two parties reflects their commitment to working together to confront cancer and support patients.
Talal Braidy stated that Houston Methodist Global Health Care Services is honored to partner with QCS to support and advocate for programs that empower individuals with cancer and expand potential areas of scientific research collaboration in the field of cancer. He added that Houston Methodist is committed to enhancing healthcare delivery within Qatar and the region. Braidy expressed his expectation for a long-standing and mutually beneficial relationship with QCS as they continue their pioneering work to prevent cancer and reduce its burden in Qatar.
The MoU was signed during a Suhoor event at the St. Regis Doha Hotel, attended by several people living with cancer and their families, as well as a group of media professionals and public figures. Overall, the collaboration between QCS and Houston Methodist Global is a positive step towards advancing cancer awareness and research in Qatar, and could potentially pave the way for future partnerships and initiatives in the field.
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(MENAFN – The Peninsula) Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa) has launched the second edition of its training program titled “Dealing with the Media”. The program is presented in cooperation with Al Jazeera Media Institute and is part of the development of leadership positions in Kahramaa.
Kahramaa approved training programs for company executives in 2021, targeting heads of departments. All three programs run from June 20 to July 8 and each session lasts one week.
The program aims to meet the demands of Kahramaa by increasing the effectiveness of executives in dealing with the media with confidence and professionalism, teaching them to deal with all audiovisual media, in addition to deepening media understanding and providing participants with critical thinking skills in this area and the use of this knowledge and experience in the functional area.
The training emphasizes the importance of the media in supporting the efforts and services of institutions that deal directly with the public
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Report: Iran ships 2m barrels of oil to Venezuela
(MENAFN) An Iranian tanker exporting nearly two million barrels of ultra-light oil has reportedly reached in Venezuelan waters this week, a news agency mentioned in report on Tuesday.
Venezuela and Iran, both under United States restrictions, have latest grew cooperation mainly through a swap that provides Venezuela's state-run oil company PDVSA with light oil for refining and diluents to output exportable crude grades. PDVSA in return provisions Iran with Venezuelan heavy oil and fuel.
The Iran-flagged tanker Dore was witnessed in satellite photos close to PDVSA's Jose terminal on Monday, as reported by new agencies. It was earlier witnessed close to Asaluyeh, in the Iranian region of Bushehr, in October.
PDVSA did not instantly respond to a bid for remark.
Dore's transponder was offline at the end of October following loading the condensate cargo, Refinitiv Eikon vessel monitoring data indicated.
In November, two supertankers associated to Iran left from Venezuelan waters carrying Venezuelan crude and fuel oil for Iran's state company Naftiran Intertrade Co (NICO), in line with internal PDVSA's shipments schedules.
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(MENAFN- Jordan Times) AMMAN — Leaders International for Economic Development (LI), an NGO for economic development, conducted a series of focus groups on Wednesday discussing the curation of tourism experiences in Jordan as part of the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands Shiraka fund.
The discussions addressed the state of tourism worldwide and in the Kingdom. Ultimately, participants came up with innovative ideas to be developed and marketed to help diversify the sector and attract more inbound and domestic tourists, according to a LI statement.
The proposed experiences were presented to a group of representatives from both the private and public sectors throughout the tourism sector in Jordan. Together, the actors discussed their feasibility, gaps and opportunities. They also considered the prevailing travel limitations and restrictions due to coronavirus, the statement said.
Throughout the sessions, participants identified the main products to be developed and marketed: Wellness tourism, spiritual tourism, cultural tourism and ecotourism.
Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Jordan, Harry Verweij, said:“The embassy is committed to supporting tourism projects and initiatives that contribute to stimulating the local economy and promoting Jordan as an attractive destination for travellers worldwide."
He also praised Leaders International's cooperative, participatory approach with representatives of the tourism sector.
Hamzeh Shamaileh, Country Manager at LI, added:“Tourism in Jordan is a crucial economic driver, and Jordan is a top regional tourism destination. Through the project, we will curate new tourism experiences that will serve as investments to instrument Jordan's economic recovery.”
Shamaileh stressed the importance of engaging local communities to ensure the sustainable development of the sector, in line with evolving needs and the organisation's mission to further resilience and inclusion.
The project started off with a study to examine tourism outlooks from international and regional perspectives. The study, which compared demand, needs, and trends pre and post-corona, identified the sector's strengths, gaps and opportunities in Jordan.
The results confirmed increasing demand for ecotourism and local experiences, while shedding light on trending concepts with growing potential – like female solo travel and workcations.The study concludes with the derived innovative products to be developed and promoted in the upcoming years.
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Senate panel to hold hearings on in-state line
A legislative committee is planning to hold hearings this month on an in-state natural gas pipeline.
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Dubai: Emirates encourages all travellers to explore the wide range of online and remote check-in options available, ahead of the peak travel period of Eid and Dubai school holidays from July 8 onwards.
The passengers are advised to arrive at the airport at least 3 hours prior to their flight departure, and ensure they have all the required documents for their destination. The airline also advises a number of ways to further enhance the travel experience and avoid delays like: use of Emirates App, check of COVID-19 travel requirements in advance, signing up for WhatsApp COVID-19 Travel Support, online Check in ; use of Self Check-in kiosks ,Biometric Path and Smart gates at the Dubai airport.
Emirates App, allows users to book and change flights, download a digital boarding pass, pre-plan meals, book chauffer drive service and even pre-select and plan movies to watch via the ice inflight entertainment.
WhatsApp COVID-19 Travel Support allows travellers in Dubai get the latest travel requirements on WhatsApp for popular destinations. This is the latest information that the customer service team has and is updated daily.
Emirates now operates 21 weekly flights from Dhaka and via Dubai offers convenient connections to over 130 destinations worldwide.
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Doha: Qatar Red Crescent (QRC) has distributed relief aid to 1,000 Rohingya refugee families in Bangladesh as part of an emergency response campaign to the crisis that forced them to flee the Rakhine region of Myanmar to border areas with Bangladesh.
An amount of $100,000 was approved for a relief project for 300 families, including distribution of non-food items.
Qatar Red Crescent said in a statement Monday that it distributed and provided urgent needs for shelter, non-food items, health, water and sanitation for these families and vulnerable groups in the affected area, as well as field assessments conducted by the relief team that was sent to Bangladesh, in cooperation and coordination with representatives of the Bangladesh Red Crescent, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, the International Committee of the Red Cross, the Embassy of Qatar to Bangladesh and the concerned United Nations organizations.
The representative of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) appreciated the efforts of QRC's initiative for supporting and relief the Rohingya refugees crisis.
Qatar Red Crescent said that it had signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) with the Bangladesh Red Crescent and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies to cooperate in the implementation of joint relief projects in Bangladesh after its team faced challenges there related to communication networks, precipitation, the severity of refugee areas, the limited space allocated for the construction of water and sanitation units, the proximity of groundwater to the surface and the proximity of water sources to sanitation units, which may lead to water pollution and spread of diseases.
The statement reviewed the meetings held by the relief team, which confirmed the keenness of the Qatar Red Crescent in the Rohingya issue, and the need to work hard to provide urgent humanitarian aids and gather detailed information necessary to identify the situation and the gaps and modify the short-term emergency plan prepared in advance commensurate with these developments.
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Srinagar- Police on Tuesday claimed to have arrested an extortionist, who was impersonating as militant in South Kashmir's Pulwama district.
In a statement, the police said that police Station Rajpora received a written complaint from one (Name withheld for security reasons) wherein stated that at about 1930 Hrs while on way to home from his clinic, some unknown person intercepted him and threatened him with weapons and asked for money & other valuable items & fled away from the spot by taking his valet containing Rs 3300/- and mobile phone.
The police spokesman further said that, upon this report, a Case FIR No 8/2023 under relevant sections of law stands registered in PS Rajpora and investigation set into motion.
During the course of investigation, several persons were rounded up, one among them identified as Adil Ah Dar s/o M Yousuf Dar r/o Bellow was interrogated professionally, who revealed that he has committed the said crime using toy pistols.
Upon his disclosure following articles were recovered two Toy pistols, 3 valets, one Redmi Mobile phone, Cash of Rs 3330, JK Bank ATM, Aadhar card, SBI ATM Card, Driving License, Pan Card ,Election Card, Jio Sim card belonging to complainant, he said.
General public are requested not to fall in any such trap and to inform concerned Police Station about any such incident, reads the statement.
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(MENAFN- Colombo Gazette) The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet mentioned Sri Lanka while updating the UN General Assembly on the world of the UN Human Rights Council.
Bachelet briefed the Third Committee (Social, Humanitarian and Cultural) of the UNGA yesterday (Wednesday) during which delegates raised questions about protections for children, older adults and those living in poverty in a series of interactive dialogues.
She described her Office's activities related to transitional justice, including for enforced disappearances and missing persons in Sri Lanka, Mexico and Lebanon, as well as in the creation of truth commissions in the Central African Republic, Colombia, Mali and Gambia.
Bachelet said her office has advocated for transitional justice processes on missing persons and enforced disappearance in Lebanon, Mexico and Sri Lanka.
“Pursuant to resolutions of the Human Rights Council, OHCHR initiated an examination of the human rights situation in Belarus and an accountability-related mandate with respect to Sri Lanka (see Council resolutions 46/20 and 46/1 respectively) and continued implementing an evolving mandate on the promotion of accountability regarding the Democratic People's Republic of Korea,” she said in her report to the UNGA.
She also said that her office contributed to the strengthening of the implementation of the human rights due diligence policy on United Nations support to non-United Nations security forces in mission and non-mission settings, providing technical assistance, including in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, the Central African Republic, Chad, Colombia, Libya, Malawi, Mali, Maldives, Mauritania, Montenegro, the Niger, the Philippines, Somalia, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Ukraine and Uzbekistan, as well as in Kosovo. (Colombo Gazette)
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Darden Stands by Outlook
Darden Restaurants (NYSE:DRI) on Thursday reported mixed quarterly results but still reiterated its outlook for fiscal 2023.
The parent company of Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse said net sales for the quarter rose 6.1% to $2.45 billion, which was lighter than Wall Street's expectations. CEO Rick Cardenas has previously said the company plans to price below rivals and limit how much of its increased costs it passes on to diners.
During the quarter, the company's costs for food, beverages and labor climbed, weighing on its operating profit.
Earnings per share were reported to be $1.56, meeting estimates
Revenue was $2.45 billion vs. $2.47 billion expected
In a statement, Darden said it saw seasonal changes to demand return to the business. The company's same-store sales increased 4.2% in the quarter, boosted by the performance of its fine-dining restaurants. The segment, which includes The Capital Grille, reported same-store sales growth of 7.6%. But the company's two largest chains saw weaker demand this quarter.
Olive Garden reported same-store sales growth of 2.3%, falling short of StreetAccount estimates of 5.4%. The chain accounted for 46% of Darden's revenue during the quarter.
Net income for the period was $193 million, or $1.56 per share, down from $230.9 million, or $1.75 per share, a year earlier.
For its fiscal 2023, Darden expects earnings per share from continuing operations of $7.40 to $8. The company is assuming that inflation will rise 6% in the fiscal year. It's projecting revenue of $10.2 billion to $10.4
DRI shares fell $3.34, or 2.5%, to $127.94.
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Local briefs- Nov. 6
Organizations may apply for workforce development grants
“This is a terrific grant program to help disadvantaged and underprivileged young people in our area gain work experience,” Rep. Ward said.
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According to a report by Business Insider , the wearable has been internally codenamed as 'Rohan' and it will be launched next year. The Pixel Watch is said to sport a circular dial with no bezels and run on Google's Wear OS. Here's our roundup.
Context Why does this story matter?
Over the past years, Google has been developing its Wear OS for other smartwatches. In January this year, it completed its acquisition of Fitbit - a brand known for its fitness trackers. Now, the upcoming Pixel Watch will arrive as the tech giant's first own Google-branded smartwatch and will go head-to-head against some of the well-established brands like Apple and Samsung.
Design and display The smartwatch will have a 2.5D curved display
The Google Pixel Watch is likely to flaunt a sleek circular dial with a 2.5D curved display and a bezel-less design, giving it an all-screen look. As per earlier leaked renders, there will be a physical crown on the right side for navigating menus as well as controlling various functions. Google will introduce around 20 different straps for the wearable.
Internals It will run on Wear OS
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, February 13. Acceptance of
documents for the 2024/2025 academic year within the framework of
the "State Program for the education of young people at prestigious
higher education institutions of foreign countries for 2022-2026"
will begin in the coming days, Trend reports, referring to the Azerbaijani Ministry
of Science and Education.
According to information, on November 13, 2023, under the
mentioned program for the 2024/2025 academic year, a list of
educational programs funded by prestigious universities in the
world at the undergraduate and graduate levels was approved and
presented to the public.
The list covers a total of 3,993 educational programs (including
631 bachelor's and 3,362 master's degrees) taught at 179
prestigious higher education institutions in 28 countries of the
world in 15 priority specialties.
Citizens of the Azerbaijan Republic who are preparing to enter
the bachelor's and master's degree programs in one of the programs
included in the list approved by the Ministry of Science and
Education or who are currently studying in one of the programs
included in the list can apply for participation in the
Application for participation in the program will be carried out
through the personal account of the candidate on the edu
Candidates must submit the necessary documents on the
appropriate level of education while applying for participation in
the program. The necessary documents can be found by following the
To note, 752 students in 139 higher education institutions in 21
countries of the world have received the right to receive
scholarships within the framework of the "State Program for the
education of young people at prestigious higher education
institutions of foreign countries for 2022-2026".
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Athlete Spotlight: Shenandoah tennis player Michael Milanov
Shenandoah University 23-year-old senior
Position: No. 1 singles/No. 1 doubles
Parents: Evlogi and Bojidarka Milanov
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Matthew Haig of Stephens City was named to the dean’s list at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College.
Alison Bingham of Winchester was named to the Randolph College dean’s list.
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San Francisco, March 29 (IANS) After saying that only verified accounts will be allowed to appear in the 'For You recommendations', Twitter CEO Elon Musk on Wednesday clarified that users will still see tweets in the 'For You tab' from the people they directly follow.
Musk tweeted: "Forgot to mention that accounts you follow directly will also be in For You, since you have explicitly asked for them."
Several users expressed their thoughts on Musk's post.
While one user said, "There's already a tab for that, it's called Following. And as you would expect, it shows you tweets from the accounts you follow."
Another commented, "just show me the best tweets, not the ones that paid. this is the core of the product."
On Tuesday, the tech billionaire had said that only verified accounts will be allowed to appear in 'For You recommendations', starting April 15.
Meanwhile, on Monday, Musk had said that paid verification increases the cost of bots by 10,000 per cent and makes it much easier to identify bots by phone, so paid accounts will be the only social media that matters.
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(MENAFN) NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has emphasized the need for a sustained and reliable stream of Western arms supplies to Ukraine, advocating for a shift towards multi-year financial commitments rather than ad hoc donations. Ahead of the NATO foreign ministers summit in Brussels, Stoltenberg underscored Ukraine's urgent need for assistance, particularly in the face of ongoing military challenges, warning that delays in aid delivery could have detrimental effects on the battlefield.
In an effort to address Ukraine's pressing needs, Stoltenberg urged NATO allies to recalibrate their support mechanisms, emphasizing the importance of dependable security assistance over the long term. He stressed the necessity for NATO commitments to replace the current reliance on voluntary contributions, highlighting the need for sustained support lasting several years.
To secure this long-term commitment, Stoltenberg reportedly proposed a comprehensive package of military aid totaling EUR100 billion (USD107 billion) over five years. This proposal, which aims to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities, includes an increased role for NATO in coordinating assistance efforts, particularly amid concerns about potential shifts in United States leadership that could impact Western support for Ukraine.
While details of the plan remain forthcoming, Stoltenberg refrained from providing specifics, noting that consensus among NATO members is still being sought. He expressed optimism about reaching an agreement by the summit in Washington scheduled for the summer, signaling a collective commitment to bolstering Ukraine's security and stability in the face of ongoing geopolitical challenges.
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- Live Mint) "Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 20 November extended his greetings to Javier Milei for winning the Argentina Presidential elections 2023, expressing his hope to expand the India-Argentina strategic partnership to X, PM Modi wrote,“Congratulations @JMilei for the victory in the Presidential elections. Look forward to working closely with you to diversify and expand India-Argentina strategic partnership.”Considered a far-right conservative leader, Javier Milei, won the Argentina presidential elections in provincial results, reported CNN on Sunday READ: Uttarkashi tunnel collapse: PM Modi dials Uttarakhand CM, says 'workers will be evacuated safely with...'According to provisional results, Milei received 55 per cent of votes (13,781,154) with more than 94 per cent of votes counted, CNN reported, citing the data from the country's National Electoral Chamber of his controversial plan for dollarization, Milei's political program includes slashing regulations on gun control and transferring authority over the penitentiary system from civilians to the military; both measures are part of a tough-on-crime approach also proposes using public funds to support families who choose to educate their children privately and even privatizing the health sector, which in Argentina has always been in public hands before official results were announced with a brief speech, his rival Sergio Massa conceded the run-off vote. \"Milei is the president elected for the next four years,\" said Massa, adding that he had already called Milei to congratulate him's victory marks an extraordinary rise for the former TV pundit, who entered the race as a political outsider on a promise to \"break up with the status quo\" - exemplified by Sergio Massa, reported ANI to CNN, his campaign promises to dollarize Argentina, if enacted, and is also expected to thrust the country into new territory's unexpected political ascent will be closely scrutinized around the world as a potential sign of a resurgence of far-right populism in the region, reported CNN agency inputs.
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New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah warned Pakistan of more surgical strikes if it did not stop its transgressions and sponsoring the killing of civilians in Kashmir. "The surgical strikes proved that we don't tolerate attacks. More will come if you transgress," Home Minister Amit Shah warns Pakistan.
Remembering former Goa chief minister and India's former defence minister Manohar Parrikar, Amit Shah on Thursday said the surgical strike was a new chapter in India's defence.
"The surgical strike under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former defence minister Manohar Parrikar was an important step. We sent out a message that no one can disturb India's borders. There was a time for talks, but now is the time to reciprocate," the report quoted Shah as saying.
According to India Today, Shah — who was addressing the foundation laying ceremony of a university in Goa's Dharbandora — also added: "The surgical strikes proved that we don't tolerate attacks. More will come if you transgress."
Pakistan Reacts to Amit Shah's Veiled Threat
Pakistan on Thursday said it is a peace-loving country but will not spare any effort to thwart any 'aggressive design' of India. The comments came after Union Home Minister Amit Shah referred to surgical strike in his speech in Goa.
"This delusional statement only goes to further demonstrate the BJP-RSS combine's propensity to stoke regional tensions for both ideological reasons and political expediency, based on enmity towards Pakistan," FO spokesperson Asim Iftikhar Ahmad said in a statement.
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Costa Rica is ranked third among the best countries in Latin America for remote work , according to NordLayer, a cybersecurity company an overall score of 0.6, our country is placed among the favorites in the region and in 53rd place in the world 2023 Global Remote Work Index measures four main dimensions: cybersecurity , economics, physical and digital infrastructure, and social security. A safe and secure digital environment
The first criterion covers factors that ensure a safe and secure digital environment necessary for remote work such as the integrity of the infrastructure, the ability to respond to digital threats and the level of legislation aimed at cybersecurity. Economic aspects
The second involves economic aspects of living and working in a particular country, and covers the cost of living, access to healthcare, ease of communication, and opportunities for quality leisure time.
In terms of infrastructure, the country's digital capabilities are considered to provide and support a stable, fast and extensive Internet service and ensure physical and safe conditions for travel. Social and physical security
Finally, social and physical security issues related to working and living remotely, as well as other general security issues against crime within a country are analyzed with metrics that evaluate equity and access to human rights Rica obtained 0.5 in cybersecurity and physical and digital infrastructure, and 0.7 in economic and social security.
The study data was collected during the first half of 2023 and 108 countries were analyzed to rank the best destinations for remote work was chosen as the best country in Latin America for remote work, followed by Chile, Mexico and Panama are other destinations in the top 10, Denmark, the Netherlands, Germany, Spain and Sweden occupy the top positions.
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(MENAFN- AFP) Oil prices recovered Tuesday after beginning the week with losses amid concerns over ample supply and the breakdown in Greece's debt talks.
US benchmark West Texas Intermediate for delivery in July rose 63 cents to $60.15 a barrel, ahead of US crude stockpiles data on Wednesday.
Brent North Sea crude for August was flat at $63.95 a barrel in late London deals compared with Monday's close.
Despite a steadier performance for Brent on Tuesday, "the medium-term outlook remains bearish due to the glut of oil that remains on the market", said Kathleen Brooks, research director at traders Forex.com.
Sentiment has been weighed down by worries that US oil output is not declining and Saudi Arabia could further ratchet up production.
Markets are under pressure also owing to Greece's growing problems. Athens and its creditors were locked in a stalemate after loan talks collapsed over the weekend, bringing Greece just two weeks away from a possible default on its debt, which could be followed by its exit from the eurozone.
The talks concerning the release of the 7.2 billion euros ($8.1 billion) in rescue funds remaining in Greece's bailout have dragged on for five months.
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Canadians support accepting more Syrian refugees: Nanos poll
(MENAFN- Jordan News Agency) Seven in 10 Canadians support increasing the number of refugees from Syria and a majority agree with the idea of airlifting Syrian refugees at Canada's expense.
According to a new poll conducted by Nanos Research for CTV News and The Globe and Mail, those polled were divided on which party leader has had the best response to the issue.
The poll found a total of 71 per cent either support (44%) or somewhat support (27%) "increasing the current quota of refugees from Syria," while about one in four oppose (17%) or somewhat oppose (10%) an increase. Only a small number - three per cent - are unsure.
Support for upping the quota is higher in Ontario (71%) and British Columbia (85%), and lower in the Prairies (67%), Atlantic Canada (69%) and Quebec (65%).
When asked about "having the government of Canada incur the costs to airlift refugees out of Syria" - a proposal made by Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau earlier this month - about six in 10 either support (29%) or somewhat support (28%) the idea, while about four in 10 either oppose (24%) or somewhat oppose (15%) that plan. Again, only a small number, four per cent, are unsure.
A larger proportion (19%) said they are unsure about "which of the federal party leaders has been best at responding to this issue." On that question, 28 per cent chose Harper, 25 per cent picked Trudeau and 21 per cent went with Mulcair. Five per cent chose Green Party Leader Elizabeth May. Two per cent chose Bloc Quebecois Leader Gilles Duceppe.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 15. The Baku
Network expert platform aired the next issue of the analytical
video project "Dialogue with Tofig Abbasov", Trend reports.
The guest of honor for the program was Chairman of the Board of
the Center for Analysis of International Relations of Azerbaijan,
Arding to him, the nomic and social situation of the
Armenian population living in the territory of Azerbaijan's
Karabakh nomic region is much better than it is demonstrated to
"They needed to create a myth that they are being discriminated
against here. They sold this myth to Western media and Western
circles. I think Armenians have not gained anything from this.
Armenia does not see that during these 30 years, Azerbaijan has
strengthened both militarily and nomically at the international
level. As long as Armenia's borders with Azerbaijan and Türkiye
remain closed, the prospects for Armenia are not euraging.
Unfortunately, however, the myths propagated by the Armenian
leadershipntinue to affect the lives of people both in Armenia
and the Armenian population in Karabakh. As for those who call
themselves the so-called 'leaders' in Karabakh, they once again
continue the line ofnfrontation with the Azerbaijani
The Chairman also noted that speculations around the
Lachin-Khankendi road and the so-called "humanitarian dster" in
Karabakh are nothing but another element of the anti-Azerbaijani
"Mythical hopes that someone will put pressure on Azerbaijan and
it will give in will not be tified. In the November 2020
trilateral statement, Azerbaijan's sovereignty over Lachin is
confirmed by theme paragraph that talks about the movement of
goods; it alsoys that Azerbaijan is responsible for security,
this is our territory," Shafiyev emphasized.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency ) Baku, Azerbaijan, Sept. 28
By Maksim Tsurkov – Trend:
OPEC oil basket's price stood at $56.07 per barrel on Sept. 27, $0.36 less than on Sept. 26, the cartel told Trend Sept. 28.
The OPEC Reference Basket of Crudes (ORB) is made up of Saharan Blend (Algeria), Girassol (Angola), Oriente (Ecuador), Zafiro (Equatorial Guinea), Rabi Light (Gabon), Iran Heavy (Islamic Republic of Iran), Basra Light (Iraq), Kuwait Export (Kuwait), Es Sider (Libya), Bonny Light (Nigeria), Qatar Marine (Qatar), Arab Light (Saudi Arabia), Murban (UAE) and Merey (Venezuela).
The price for December futures of the North Sea Brent oil mix decreased by 0.21 percent to $57.78 per barrel, while the price for November futures of WTI oil decreased by 0.04 percent to $52.12 per barrel Sept. 28.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency ) BAKU, Azerbaijan, Oct. 28
The Azerbaijani Army launched a counter-offensive operation, later called the "Iron Fist", on September 27, 2020, in response to the large-scale provocation of the Armenian armed forces along the frontline, Trend reports.
The erupted 44-day second Karabakh war ended with the liberation of Azerbaijan's territories from nearly 30-year Armenian occupation and the restoration of territorial integrity.
Chronicle of the 32-nd day of the second Karabakh war :
- President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has made post on his official Twitter account.
- President Ilham Aliyev has made a post on his official Twitter account that the Azerbaijani Army liberated several villages in Zangilan, Jabrayil and Gubadli districts from the occupiers.
- President Ilham Aliyev gave an interview to Russia's Interfax news agency.
- First Vice President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Mehriban Aliyeva shared a post on her Instagram account about Armenia's attack on civilians in Barda.
- The territory of Azerbaijan's Tartar district came under artillery fire.
- The list of destroyed military equipment of Armenia has been announced.
- Armenian troops shelled Azerbaijan's Tovuz, Gadabay, Dashkasan and Gubadli districts.
- Video footage of the destruction of Armenian military equipment and personnel has been released.
- Death toll in Barda reached 21 and 70 people were injured.
- Azerbaijan's units destroyed the enemy, who opened fire on Azerbaijani cities and districts. The enemy's manpower was destroyed by accurate fire.
- Enemy forces fleeing the battlefield were destroyed .
- A video of the moment of Barda's shooting has been spread.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Ukraine maintains a dialogue with the Russian Federation exclusively at the level of settling the issue of exchange of POWs and the bodies of the dead.
'We have certain dialogues at the level of headquarters regarding the release of prisoners, the exchange of bodies, and so on. That is, there are dialogues on a humanitarian component. Of course, we understand that this is the Russian Federation and any dialogues with them are very difficult, but such dialogues are maintained,' Mykhailo Podolyak, Adviser to the Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, told Babel Ukrainian media outlet in an interview .
At the same time, he emphasized that there were no dialogues on military and political issues. Even the negotiations on grain corridors were held not directly but through an intermediary.
As reported, a round of negotiations between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations took place in Istanbul on March 29. After that, the Ukrainian delegation made a number of proposals to end the Russian-Ukrainian war, including the signing of an international agreement on security guarantees for Ukraine. This was the last face-to-face stage of negotiations.
Later, the negotiation process was suspended.
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Israel withdraws bid for UN Security Council seat
(MENAFN) After Israel pulling out from its bid for a non-permanent seat at the UN Security Council for 2019-2020, the Palestinian Foreign Ministry described it as a "victory."
"The withdrawal of Israel - an occupying power - from the race for a Security Council seat is a victory for humanitarian principles and values that are based on international law and the Charter of the United Nations," the ministry said in a statement, as quoted by Sputnik.
The UN comprises of five permanent members (out of 15) which are Russia, China, France, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Since 2000, Israel has been seeking a temporary seat on the Security Council. To become a permanent member, it requires the vote of two-thirds of the 193 members of the UN General Assembly.
Israel decided to pull out of the race after the Security Council in April called for an inquiry into the deaths of Palestinians and journalists, in clashes with Israeli soldiers on the border with Gaza.
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Film buffs have to wait until today for the Cannes Film Festival's top prize, the Palme d'Or, but the real scene-stealers get their awards a day earlier – at the annual Palm Dog ceremony.
Britney, a standard poodle who stars in Riley Keough's directorial debut War Pony, was crowned top dog this year, snagging the coveted gilded collar prize.
Britney, which plays a well-loved character called Beast, was unable to attend the ceremony, but two elaborately-coiffed poodles stood in to receive its prize.
Keough and co-director Gina Gammell accepted the award via pre-recorded video, saying that they were“so honoured”.
Dogs of all shapes and sizes – including a number of seasoned veterans of the popular event – flocked to the beach along the palm tree-lined Croisette in the southern French city to take in the ceremony, greeting fellow furry-haired friends with wagging tales and nose bumps, and breaking out into rounds of barking when the audience clapped.
Founded in 2001 by film journalist Toby Rose, the Palm Dog award honours to top dogs on the screen, with categories including jury prize and the so-called“Palm DogManitarian”, celebrating the bond between people and their canine companions.
This year's dogmanitarian was Patron, a Jack Russell terrier in Kyiv which detects bombs with its nose.
Patron, which was also honoured with a medal by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky earlier this month, was unable to travel to Cannes for its Palm Dog collar.
Luckily, lookalike Opium was on hand to accept the award in its place.
A new award was added this year, the Elvis Palm Hound Dog – a nod to Baz Luhrmann's Elvis biopic, a top festival draw.
It went to Titane, a sharp-muzzled mutt with pointy ears.
Julieta with the Palm Dog award received on behalf of the dog named Beast in the film War Pony.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Ukraine took the opportunity to rapidly increase the export of apples to the European Union due to the decline in production of these products in the European countries.
Fruit-Inform reports thisreferring to the official customs statistics.
According to the official data, Ukraine exported 9,200 tons of apples to the EU from July to January 2017-2018. For comparison, over the same period of 2016-2017, the apple exports from Ukraine to the EU amounted to 1,000 tons, with the majority of those volumes represented by apples for processing.
However, Belarus remains the leading importer of Ukrainian apples, and it has sharply increased its imports. In July-January 2017-2018, Ukraine exported 11,400 tons of apples to this country, a 60% rise against the same period of the previous season.
In total, for seven months of 2017-2018, Ukraine exported 21,000 tons of apples, which was 2.3 times more compared to the same period of last season. As of January 2018, the country exported 4,200 tons of apples an increase of 1.8 times against the same month of 2017.
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Shillong: With the state facing a power crisis, load-shedding is likely to continue due to the minimal amount of rainfall received, informed Abu Taher Mondal the minister incharge of power on Wednesday.
Speaking to reporters, Mondal informed that the government are trying out ways and means to cut down the loadshedding hours so as to ensure minimal inconvenience to the public. He said that as of now the government have to resort to loadshedding due to low level of water in the Umiam reservoir.
The Minister informed that due to the over inflation of the electricity price, the government of Meghalaya cannot resort in purchasing electricity from other nearby states.
He also said that the state has received very less rainfall unlike comparing with the previous years where monsoon started early from February-March.


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(MENAFN) The Turkish stock market experienced fluctuations on Monday following a volatile start characterized by significant gains, a response to the opposition's notable success over President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's Justice and Development Party (AKP) in local elections. Despite initial optimism in trading, Turkish stocks ultimately faced a downturn as the day progressed, with analysts attributing this shift to various factors including a staggering inflation rate nearing 70 percent, a slowdown in economic growth, and a robust monetary tightening campaign that led to heightened borrowing costs. These challenges contributed to a less favorable outcome for the AKP in Sunday's elections.
Initially, the benchmark BIST 100 index saw an increase of over one percent at the opening of trading, with the banking stock index rising by 1.7 percent. However, by 9:30 GMT, the main index had declined by 1.70 percent, indicating a reversal of the earlier gains. Concurrently, the Turkish lira experienced notable fluctuations, briefly touching the 33-level against the US dollar during overnight trading amidst exceptionally low liquidity following the announcement of election results. By 9:30 GMT, the lira had reached a price of 32.44, slightly below the closing level observed on Friday.
The mixed performance of the Turkish stock market and the currency reflects the uncertainty and volatility surrounding the political and economic landscape in Turkey, particularly in the wake of significant electoral outcomes. While initial market reactions may have been buoyed by opposition victories, underlying economic challenges and concerns regarding monetary policy continue to exert pressure, leading to fluctuations in market indices and currency values. These developments underscore the intricate interplay between political events, economic fundamentals, and investor sentiment in shaping Turkey's financial markets.
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(MENAFN- Jordan News Agency) Amman, Sep. 13 (Petra) -- The World Health Organization (WHO) Logistics Hub in Dubai delivered 85 metric tons of life-saving medical supplies to Ethiopia, the largest single shipment of humanitarian cargo to date airlifted by the Hub.
The supplies, including essential medicines, trauma and emergency surgery kits, infusions, consumables, equipment, and cholera kits, were flown by a charter flight donated by the United Arab Emirates that landed in Addis Ababa on 10 September and will address the urgent needs of more than 150 000 people.
"This is an important demonstration of solidarity with people in need. This delivery will help bolster our efforts to provide relief to hundreds of thousands of families who are grappling with a difficult humanitarian situation," said Boureima Hama Sambo, WHO Representative in Ethiopia.
While these supplies are critical to saving lives, WHO and partners are working closely to address the health needs of nearly 2.5 million people in the current crisis.
Dispatching over four times the weekly average, the operation shipped over 450 metric tons of medical supplies valued at more than US$ 4.3 million in support of cholera outbreak response in Nigeria, critical shortages of medicines in Afghanistan, and trauma and surgical supplies to Syria and Yemen.
The WHO's Logistics Hub plays an instrumental role by rapidly responding to health emergencies around the world.
Since the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Hub has successfully delivered US$ 90 million worth of health supplies through 705 shipments to over 120 countries.
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(MENAFN- The Peninsula) The Peninsula
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, H E Akbar Al Baker was celebrated by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) as the recipient of the CEO Lifetime Achievement Award, which recognises industry leaders for their dedication, efforts, and commitment to enhancing passenger experience.
The APEX/IFSA Awards Ceremony took place at APEX/IFSA Global EXPO in Long Beach, California on September 20, where Al Baker also accepted three awards for the airline.
APEX is one of the world's largest international airline associations. This global non-profit advances passenger experience with the support of major airlines in conjunction with both the International Flight Services Association and Future Travel Experience.
The APEX CEO Lifetime Achievement Award has only been awarded six times in the organisation's five-decade history, including the latest award received by Al Baker.
This prestigious award is selectively awarded to industry leaders and visionaries who inspire progress across the aviation landscape while also elevating their brands.
Qatar Airways was also awarded with three more APEX Awards, solidifying the airline's status as one of the world's leading airlines.
The following titles presented to Qatar Airways were based exclusively on certified passenger votes: 2024 APEX World Class Award, APEX Award for Best Entertainment in the Middle East, and the APEX Award for Global Best Food & Beverage.
Al Baker, said:“I am honoured to accept the CEO Lifetime Achievement Award from the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX).
Over the last decades, Qatar Airways has grown to become one of the most recognisable and trusted names in the industry, synonymous with customer service quality and luxury. It is owing to the dedication of our employees across the world that our award-winning airline continues to outperform at the highest level of our industry.”
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