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12 Frozen Foods To Buy Now Before Prices Skyrocket
Look, it doesn't matter whatever you consider yourself politically. One thing is for sure: Those pesky tariffs are going to be the death of some of our bank accounts. That is, of course, if we don't get ahead of things while we still have a...

SARInet plus and REVELAC-i bring together countries of the Americas to strengthen epidemiological response to respiratory viruses
The second day was initially devoted to operational research and analysis of the medical and economic burden of respiratory viruses. Participants reviewed tools for estimating severity thresholds, as well as mortality monitoring systems to better...
The Most Tragically Lonely Animals in the World
Some creatures are built for life on their own. Others find themselves isolated by bad luck or circumstance. Around the world, you’ll find a handful of animals living with no company at all—sometimes the last of their species, sometimes just out...

Colombian Brand Chevignon Expands into the U.S. with First of Ten Stores
More Latin American fashion in the United States. In a key step in the internationalization of Colombian fashion, Chevignon, which specializes in denim, has made its physical landing in the U.S. market with the opening of its first store in the...

Loyal to Acquire the High-Grade Highway Reward Copper Gold Mine
Due to the challenges associated with finding, developing, permitting and mining copper deposits, the higher demand is being met by slow growth of new supply. Mines that are in operation tend to be quite large and operate for decades as copper...

US dollar in danger after worst half-year since the 1970s... here's how it'll shrink your wallet
America's currency just had its worst half-year performance since the Nixon era. That could mean higher prices for everyday Americans. The dollar dropped more than 10 percent against major global currencies from January to June, according to the...

Latif Abubakar wins Best Project Management prize in Africa
Ghanaian Playwright and Project Management facilitator of the Joy Business Masterclass on-air series, Latif Batalima Abubakar PMP, has been named winner of the Sky Africa Best Project Management Professional Prize. His innovative “Single Simple...

Lindblad Ships Gather in the Galapagos for Naming Ceremony
Four National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions vessels gathered in the Galápagos for the official naming ceremony of the company’s two newest ships. According to a press release, the National Geographic Delfina, National Geographic Gemini, National...

Best hotels in Mexico, reviewed for 2025
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Barbados to be test case for first regional debt swap scheme
By Marc Jones LONDON (Reuters) -Barbados is set to become the first nation to use a new standardised debt swap facility aimed at helping multiple countries use money for development projects instead of high-interest loan payments, finance...

Colombia’s BRI Entry: Sovereignty Versus Development
Colombia formalized its accession to the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), the ambitious strategic plan led by China to expand its global influence through massive investments in infrastructure, transportation, and technology. This announcement...

Alex Gimarc: Sustainable aquaculture in Alaska?
By ALEX GIMARC I received a heads up last week from Craig Medred, announcing a World Bank publication that spoke in glowing terms about the role aquaculture is going to play in feeding a growing worldwide population. It predicts as many as 22...

Hull City EFL appeal latest as Sergej Jakirovic squad reinforcements shut down amid transfer limbo
Hull City head coach Sergej Jakirovic won't have any further additions to his squad for the start of the pre-season camp in Turkey and reinforcements are not expected at this moment for the opening two friendly matches of the summer after the club...

Apogee Therapeutics: Funding Supports Best-In-Class Ambitions In Atopic Dermatitis
Apogee Therapeutics, Inc.’s APG777 shows best-in-class week-16 efficacy and quarterly/semi-annual dosing potential. In my view, this could give this drug candidate a great competitive profile. In fact, APG777 could potentially disrupt the massive...
VLSFO premium dips further in ample supply
Spot premium for very low sulphur fuel oil (VLSFO) extended declines on Wednesday, with steady-to-higher supplies expected to hit the market this month. Singapore’s VLSFO cash premium fell below $6 a metric ton, with backwardation narrowing...

Young lawmaker, 19, sparks fury over video of his highly-inappropriate behavior on chamber floor
By ADRY TORRES FOR DAILYMAIL.COM Published: 11:07 EDT, 8 July 2025 | Updated: 11:24 EDT, 8 July 2025 The youngest member of Ecuador's Congress could face disciplinary action after he was recorded drawing during the middle of a speech. The bizarre...

Miningnewsbreaks Silvercorp Metals Inc.'S (NYSE American: SVM) (TSX: SVM) Growing Portfolio, Strong Balance Sheet Drive Investor Appeal
(MENAFN- Investor Brand Network) Silvercorp Metals (NYSE American: SVM) (TSX: SVM) , a Canadian mining company producing silver, gold, lead, and zinc, delivered its strongest fourth-quarter performance to date. The company closed out fiscal 2025,...

The rising tide of food fraud
Dr Saskia Van Ruth, University College Dublin, explains how supply chain disruptions and economic pressures are fueling a rise in food fraud worldwide. Recent cases highlight the urgent need for coordinated prevention efforts, such as the European...

Time to invest more in women
The Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) in Seville, which ended on Thursday, has taken place at a time of escalating debt crises, rising poverty, declining food security and proliferating climate-related damage....

AAFC Just Assembled a CUSMA SWAT Team — Here’s Why
In a bold step to address growing uncertainty in international trade — particularly with its largest partner, the United States — Canada has assembled a new negotiating unit under Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC). Led by Mathieu Boucher, a...