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Mercosur presidents to relax tariffs at next summit
Agencia Brasil
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June 28, 2025
Next week, the summit of the Southern Common Market—Mercosur, a bloc made up of Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Bolivia—should confirm the decision to extend the list of exceptions to the common external tariff by 50 products. The...
Dubai announces 4-day week for government employees
Edex Live
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This Islamic New Year, government employees in Dubai will receive a summer gift, a rare perk enjoyed by only a small number of individuals globally. The Our Flexible Summer plan will require government employees in Dubai to work a four-day work...
Malawi’s reputation tarnished as governance expert condemns Lilongwe violence
Malawi 24
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June 28, 2025
Malawi’s reputation has been tarnished following violent attacks on peaceful protesters in Lilongwe on Thursday, prompting strong condemnation from governance experts and the international community. Good governance expert George Chaima has...
Ancient mantle plume created a 60-million-year volcanic trail from Iceland to Ireland
Earth.com
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Lava plateaus, volcanic islands, and basalt columns litter the North Atlantic, yet they sit hundreds – even thousands – of miles apart. What tied them together? For decades, geologists have puzzled over this geological jigsaw that stretches from...
9 of the best northern lights cruises from the UK, Norway, Iceland and Canada
The Independent
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June 27, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
WTTC urges smarter planning to manage tourism growth and prevent overcrowding in popular destinations
Travel Daily News
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July 7, 2025
New WTTC paper sets out six practical actions to help destinations grow sustainably while protecting jobs and communities. LONDON, UK – As Travel & Tourism enters the height of the summer season, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has today...
Weatherhead’s David Cooperrider keynotes International Society for Organization Development conference
The Daily - Case Western Reserve University - Ohio
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June 27, 2025
At the 2025 International Society for Organization Development and Change (ISODC), David Cooperrider—Distinguished University Professor and and the Char and Chuck Fowler Professor of Business as an Agent of World Benefit—recently gave a keynote...
OECD Urges Education And Energy Reforms in Iceland
Reykjavik Grapevine
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June 27, 2025
According to the new report by the OECD, a number of reforms are needed to maintain quality of life in Iceland. The state of education is a particular concern, reports RÚV. Iceland received generally positive marks in the newly released OECD...
Where are the women in India’s political parties?
The Indian Express
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June 27, 2025
Earlier this week, Congress named a set of 40 new district presidents for the state of Gujarat. It included 39 men, and one woman. Sonal Patel, who was appointed to the post in Ahmedabad city, expressed her disappointment and said she was...
Clermont County-based caviar farm joins international effort to use 100% of every fish
WVXU News - Ohio
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June 27, 2025
A Clermont County-based caviar farm is joining an international effort to use every part of each fish it raises. Big Fish Farms in Bethel recently signed on to the 100% Great Lakes Fish Pledge, an initiative aimed at reducing waste and maximizing...
WTTC calls for ‘more balanced’ approach to managing tourism
Travel Press
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July 7, 2025
In a new report, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is call for a more balanced approach to managing tourism in popular destinations. The WTTC says that while overcrowding is often seen as a tourism problem, many of the real pressures come...
A proposed law change published today could radically shake up how UK companies operate
LondonlovesBusiness
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June 27, 2025
The Company Directors (Duties) Bill, published in the House of Commons this morning, would amend section 172 of the Companies Act 2006 to require company directors to “balance their duty to promote the success of the company with duties in respect...
Icelandic MPs receive blessing from the Pope
Iceland Monitor
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June 21, 2025
Icelandic Members of Parliament Hildur Sverrisdóttir of the Independence Party and Lilja Rafney Magnúsdóttir of the People's Party were honored with a blessing from Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican today. They are currently attending a meeting of the...
Engaged and Evicted: Military couple booted from ceremony site months before wedding
WJAR - Rhode Island
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(WJAR) — After a picture-perfect engagement in Iceland in 2024, Nicholas Garrett and Michaela Newman couldn't wait to plan their dream wedding in Rhode Island. The Newport Officers' Club immediately became their first choice for a venue, not just...
Reykjavík Mayor Casts First Line as Elliðaá Salmon Season Opens
Iceland Review
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June 21, 2025
The salmon season at Elliðaá River in Reykjavík began this morning with a ceremonial cast by newcomer to the sport, Mayor Heiða Björg Hilmisdóttir. She continues a local tradition of making the first cast that has now spanned 65 years. Despite...
Sæbraut Public Artwork Vandalised In “Politically Motivated” Act
Reykjavik Grapevine
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June 26, 2025
The public artwork Partnership (Samband), which is on display on Sæbraut near Höfði in Reykjavík, has been vandalised in an “act of political motivation”, reports Vísir. In conversation with Vísir, Sigurður Trausti Traustason, Head of Collections...
WTTC Urges Smarter Tourism for Summer 2025
FTN News
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July 7, 2025
As Travel & Tourism enters the height of the summer season, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has launched a new report calling for a more balanced approach to managing tourism in popular destinations. While overcrowding is often seen as a...
Whatever happened to the Albanese government’s wellbeing agenda?
The Conversation
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June 26, 2025
The Albanese government devoted time and energy in its first term to developing a wellbeing agenda for the economy and society. It was a passion project of Treasurer Jim Chalmers, who wanted better ways to measure national welfare beyond...
Former England star, 33, lands shock transfer to ICELAND in 17th club of career after playing for Spurs and Liverpool
The Scottish Sun
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June 26, 2025
FORMER Premier League star Steven Caulker has signed for his 17th club aged 33. The ex-Liverpool and Spurs defender has joined Icelandic top-flight side Stjarnan on a one-and-a-half year deal. 4 Steven Caulker has been announced by Iceland outfit...
Two Icelanders Recognised Among NOMEX’s Top 20 Under 30
Reykjavik Grapevine
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June 26, 2025
The Nordic Music Export (NOMEX), a joint project of the Nordic music export offices, has announced the recipients of their annual Top 20 Under 30 — Nordic Music Biz awards. The initiative highlights young artists deemed to be the driving forces of...