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Special reportInside the Syrian government's hunt for Assad military loyalists
The National News
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Former warlord Ghazwan Al Salmoni carved a niche in the Syrian civil war, commanding an abduction and extortion ring that specialised in ambushing lorry cargo traffic near his home in the centre of the country. He held absolute power as a...
Head-to-toe sustainable beach style
Green Prophet
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July 2, 2025
Summer in the northern hemisphere, and this thalassophile is here for it—quite literally, as my location is coastal. Heading seaside during the off-season has its own kind of charm, but there’s nothing quite like a quintessential, sun-soaked...
Your essential guide to climate finance
The Conversation
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July 3, 2025
The global ecosystem of climate finance is complex, constantly changing and sometimes hard to understand. But understanding it is critical to demanding a green transition that’s just and fair. That’s why The Conversation has collaborated with...
The S Collection – luxury travel, redefined
Monaco Tribune
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July 4, 2025
If travel is as much about the journey as the destination for you, The S Collection will make sure you get there in style and facilitate everything you need for an unforgettable stay once you arrive. Ultra-personalised services, coupled with...
From Kamla Susheila Persad-Bissessar to Kamala Harris: Indian-origin individuals who hold leadership positions in different countries
The Times of India
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July 4, 2025
In an increasingly interconnected world, Indian-origin individuals are making waves far beyond their ancestral homeland. Whether rising to prime ministerial posts in Europe, steering global corporations in Silicon Valley, or shaping foreign policy...
At 192, Jonathan – The Oldest Living Land Animal – Has Lived Through 40 US Presidents
IFL Science
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July 3, 2025
Living through just one US president might feel like it lasts forever – but imagine living through 40 of them. That’s an unlikely feat for us humans unless we somehow figure out how to live longer (or if we ended up with a string of presidents...
U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services, May 2025
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis
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July 3, 2025
Explanatory Notes Goods (Census basis) Data for goods on a Census basis are compiled from the documents collected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and reflect the movement of goods between foreign countries and the 50 states, the...
On Sustainable Population Growth: Human Values
The Good Men Project - California
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July 1, 2025
“Population growth can exacerbate environmental degradation when it increases pressure on natural resources and generates more waste and emissions. Sustainable development requires policies that balance population trends with economic growth,...
First In, Last Out: Indian Navy’s Lifesaving Role in Indo-Pacific Crisis Response
Sunday Guardian Live
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July 1, 2025
New Delhi: In an era where geopolitical tensions and natural calamities often converge in the Indo-Pacific, the Indian Navy has emerged as a beacon of timely and reliable humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR). From cyclones and...
The Coco de Mer and Its Connection to the Maldives: A Tale of Myth, Discovery, and Naming
Ras Online
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The coco de mer (Lodoicea maldivica), known as the sea coconut, double coconut, or Maldive coconut, is a botanical marvel renowned for producing the largest seed in the plant kingdom, weighing up to 36 kg. Endemic to the Seychelles islands of...
EditorialConfusion over damage to Iran's nuclear sites bodes ill for talks
The National News
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On June 22, the US sent seven stealth bombers, backed by fighter jets and submarines firing cruise missiles, to target three Iranian nuclear facilities. The operation came off the back of a wave of Israeli strikes on Tehran and other Iranian...
10 beautiful islands in the world you must visit in July 2025
The Times of India
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It's time to hit the beach! The hot summer breeze is suffocating you in your homes and you can't spend the entire season within the walls of your abode. Thus, with the Fourth of July weekend coming soon or even later in July, you can plan an...
Investors want clear ocean management rules to scale up funding
Hellenic Shipping News
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July 1, 2025
A U.N. push for investment to protect the world’s oceans yielded around $10 billion in deals at a conference last week, way below the estimated annual need as many investors seek clearer regulation on ocean management before committing funds....
The 'secret pact' Prince William and Kate Middleton made following their brief split
Nine
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June 30, 2025
Prince William and Kate Middleton reportedly made a "secret pact" with each other in the early days of their relationship. The Prince of Wales, 43, is next in line to the British throne. When he is crowned king, his wife, the Princess of Wales,...
Modi’s Landmark Africa-Caribbean Tour Targets China’s Influence
StratNews Global
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June 27, 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is preparing for a landmark diplomatic visit to Ghana, Namibia, and Trinidad and Tobago, set to begin on July 2, 2025. This multi-nation tour marks Modi’s first official trip to these countries and underscores India’s...
Digital Nomad Visa: What it is and which countries offer it to Indian Passport holders
The Economic Times
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June 30, 2025
A digital nomad visa is a travel permit that allows remote workers to live and work legally in another country for an extended period. This visa is specifically designed for people who earn their income online and want to stay abroad longer than a...
Social Listening 27 June 2025: More Nigerians were kidnapped in one year than the populations of 15 countries
Business Day
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June 27, 2025
This NBS report shows that more people were kidnapped in Nigeria (2.2 million) in the past year than the populations of: Lesotho – 2,120,000 Slovenia – 2,118,697 Latvia- 1,871,871 Equatorial Guinea – 1,669,000 Guinea-Bissau – 1,663,000 Estonia-...
Today in High Prairie: June 29, 2025
South Peace News
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June 29, 2025
Today in High Prairie! See what’s happening today in town, celebrity birthdays, local history, world history and your daily horoscope. Please send your birthdays and community events to southpeacenews@hotmail.com and/or spneditor@outlook.com....
Five young Australians on their experience of smartphones as teens
The Guardian
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June 27, 2025
Debate and anxiety about teen and preteen access to smartphones and social media is raging. One paper has likened smartphones to a “parasite” on our brains, while another study suggests moderate use of social media does not have a harmful effect...
Pakistan, Afghanistan no longer part of World Bank’s South Asia region
Mint
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June 29, 2025
The people cited above said Pakistan and Afghanistan will now be grouped under the bank’s Middle East and North Africa (Mena) region, which would leave the South Asia group with six countries—India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, the Maldives, Nepal and Sri...