đź“Ť Abu Dhabi, UAE — The United Arab Emirates has issued a strong warning to Israel, stating that any move to annex parts of the occupied West Bank would constitute a “red line” and jeopardize the future of regional cooperation. The statement comes ahead of the fifth anniversary of the Abraham Accords, the landmark agreement […]
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In a statement released by his Spokesperson, the UN chief noted that the disaster driven by severe monsoon conditions had been exacerbated by climate change, impacting around 1.5 million people. Hundreds of thousands of people need humanitarian aid while more than 3,000 homes, over 400 schools and some 40 health facilities have suffered some level […]
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đź“Ť Calgary, Canada — WestJet has announced its largest-ever aircraft purchase, signing a deal with Boeing for 67 new jets as part of a long-term fleet expansion and renewal strategy. The order includes 60 Boeing 737-10 MAX narrowbody aircraft and seven 787-9 Dreamliner widebody jets, aimed at strengthening both domestic and international operations. The agreement […]
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đź“Ť Tianjin, China — Chinese President Xi Jinping urged member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to reject “Cold War mentality and bloc confrontation” and promote a “multipolar, just, and orderly world” during the bloc’s 25th summit held from August 31 to September 1 in Tianjin. Addressing leaders from the SCO’s 10 full members—including […]
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Disorders such as anxiety and depression are exacting a heavy toll on individuals, families and economies, yet most countries are failing to provide adequate support. Mental health problems are widespread across every society and age group and remain the second leading cause of long-term disability. They drive up healthcare costs for families and governments while […]
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That’s the message from Kelly Clements, Deputy High Commissioner with the UN refugee agency, UNHCR, speaking on Tuesday after concluding a five-day visit to Lebanon and Syria. “The international community cannot afford to be mere observers, assessing and judging the developments in Syria,” she said. “They must take an active role supporting stabilization and recovery […]
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Business & Macro Shoprite Sees Margin BoostSouth African grocery giant Shoprite reported a gross margin of 24.3% in H1 2025 — a 40 basis point increase year-on-year, reflecting operational efficiency amid inflationary pressures. Rare Diamond Recovered in BotswanaBelgium’s HB Antwerp unearthed a 37-carat pink Type IIa diamond from the Karowe mine in Botswana, marking one […]
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đź“Ť Dublin, Ireland — The Government has published the 2024 Annual Report of Abhaile, Ireland’s national mortgage arrears resolution service, highlighting its support for more than 32,000 borrowers since its launch in 2016. The service provides free financial and legal advice to help individuals resolve mortgage arrears and remain in their homes. Jointly overseen by […]
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đź“Ť Abuja, Nigeria — Nearly 31 million people in Nigeria are now facing acute hunger, marking a record high, according to the United Nations. The crisis is most severe in the northeastern states, where escalating violence by militant groups and significant reductions in global humanitarian aid have compounded food insecurity. The UN World Food Programme […]
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On September 2, 2025, EUROCONTROL officially handed over the final reports of the AVENIR (AViation ENvIronmental Reporting) Working Group to the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). The handover was performed by Tânia Cardoso Simões, EUROCONTROL Director of Aviation Transformation, to Maria Rueda, Director Safety Management, Sustainability and Global Outreach Director, EASA . Established under the joint EASA–EUROCONTROL […]
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