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MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Free speech rules to protect academic freedom come into force

August 5, 2025 6:59 pm

Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Free speech rules to protect academic freedom come into force New legal duties on universities and colleges come into force, as government delivers Plan for Change to restore integrity of higher education. Students, academics and external speakers at universities in England will have their freedom of speech protected by robust new laws coming into force today (Friday 1 August). Under the strengthened rules introduced by this government, universities must actively promote academic freedom, ensuring campuses are places where robust discussion can take place without fear of censorship of students, staff or external speakers expressing lawful

MIL-OSI USA News: Further Modifying the Reciprocal Tariff Rates

August 5, 2025 6:59 pm

Source: US Whitehouse class=”has-text-align-left”>By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2483), and section 301 of title 3, United States Code, I hereby determine and order: Section 1. Background. In Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits), I found that

MIL-OSI China: Chinese government unveils plan to boost football development and youth training

August 5, 2025 6:59 pm

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 31 — Chinese State Councilor Shen Yiqin announced on Thursday a comprehensive plan by the Chinese government to enhance football development through a series of strategic measures, including the establishment of national and regional youth training centers. Speaking at China’s national football development conference, Shen emphasized the critical focus on nurturing a robust national youth football system. This initiative aims to expedite the construction of youth training centers at all levels, promote football education within schools, and cultivate high-level coaching talent. Shen also highlighted other key initiatives, such as launching pilot programs in major

MIL-OSI China: State Council executive meeting calls for good economic work in H2

August 5, 2025 6:58 pm

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 31 — A State Council executive meeting on Thursday called for consolidating and boosting the momentum of economic recovery in the second half of the year. The meeting, presided over by Chinese Premier Li Qiang, studied and implemented the guiding principles of an important speech by Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, on the current economic situation and arrangements for economic work in the second half of 2025. The meeting emphasized the need to develop a good understanding of the CPC Central Committee’s scientific judgment of the

MIL-OSI China: China to work with all member states to complete preparations in final phase for SCO Tianjin summit: spokesperson

August 5, 2025 6:58 pm

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News China to work with all member states to complete preparations in final phase for SCO Tianjin summit: spokesperson BEIJING, July 31 — China will work with all the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states to complete the preparations in the final phase for the SCO Tianjin summit, foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said here on Thursday. Guo made the remarks at a regular press briefing when asked to introduce the work China has done as SCO rotating chair and the preparations that have been made for the SCO Tianjin summit. Guo said since China took over

MIL-OSI China: China makes strides in veterans, martyrs affairs

August 5, 2025 6:57 pm

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 31 — China has broken new ground in work related to veterans and martyrs affairs during the 14th Five-Year Plan period from 2021 to 2025, Minister of Veterans Affairs Pei Jinjia said at a news conference on Thursday. In 2022, China issued the first national-level special plan in the field of veterans’ affairs to bolster services and support for retired servicemen. Efforts in employment assistance, training, and rights protection have achieved the expected outcomes since the introduction of the plan, Pei said. IMPROVING JOB SUPPORT During the five-year period, China has rolled out a

MIL-OSI China: People visit Inner Mongolia Museum in Hohhot

August 5, 2025 6:57 pm

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News People visit Inner Mongolia Museum in Hohhot Updated: August 1, 2025 07:26 Xinhua People visit Inner Mongolia Museum in Hohhot, north China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, July 30, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua] People visit Inner Mongolia Museum in Hohhot, north China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, July 30, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua] MIL OSI China News –

MIL-OSI: Acceleware Ltd. Announces Closing of First Tranche of Non-Brokered Private Placement

August 5, 2025 6:57 pm

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) CALGARY, Alberta, July 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Acceleware® Ltd. (“Acceleware” or the “Company”) (TSX-V: AXE), a leading innovator of cutting-edge radio frequency (“RF”) power-to-heat technologies targeting process heat for critical minerals, amine regeneration (for carbon capture and other applications), and enhanced oil production, announces that the Company closed the first tranche of the non-brokered private placement of units (the “Units”) that it previously announced on June 30, 2025 (the “Private Placement”) and distributed a total of 7,913,342 Units, at a price of $0.10 per Unit, for total gross proceeds of $791,334.20. It is anticipated that one or more subsequent tranches of

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Ōtaki to north of Levin construction contracts signed

August 5, 2025 6:57 pm

Source: New Zealand Government Transport Minister Chris Bishop has welcomed news the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) has signed construction contracts with two alliances to build the new Ōtaki to north of Levin Road of National Significance, with construction set to get underway this spring. “The Government is committed to delivering safe new roading infrastructure that helps boost economic growth and productivity, improves resilience, reduces travel times, and supporting much needed housing. The 24km Ōtaki to north of Levin project is critical for Kāpiti and Horowhenua and is a step forward for these priorities,” Mr Bishop says. “The existing Kāpiti Highway currently sees up to 19,500

MIL-OSI USA: IAM Union District 837 Members at Boeing Defense in St. Louis to Vote on Modified Contract Offer

August 5, 2025 6:56 pm

Source: US GOIAM Union ST. LOUIS, July 31, 2025 – More than 3,200 IAM Union District 837 members at Boeing in the St. Louis area will vote on a modified offer from the company on Sunday, Aug. 3 beginning at 10 a.m. CT. A strike would begin at midnight on Monday, Aug. 4 if the modified offer is rejected. Changes in Boeing’s modified offer: Alternative Workweek Schedule (AWS) Proposal Withdrawn: Current contractual overtime policies remain unchanged. Pay Enhancements: Added an annual 50 cent per hour additive for employees at max. Retirement: Full $10 pension multiplier increase in Year 1, instead of $5 each in Years 2 and

MIL-OSI Security: Yokota Airmen honored by Okutama Fire Department

August 5, 2025 6:55 pm

Source: United States INDO PACIFIC COMMAND U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Malachi Mustango, 36th Airlift Squadron resource advisor, and Staff Sgt. Danaie Lloyd, 374th Logistics Readiness Squadron inventory inspection supervisor NCOIC, received certificates of appreciation from the Okutama Fire Station, Tokyo Fire Department, July 30, in recognition of their lifesaving actions in rescuing a local national. MIL Security OSI –

MIL-OSI Security: MRF-D assists with urgent lifesaving support to the Philippines

August 5, 2025 6:55 pm

Source: United States INDO PACIFIC COMMAND At the request of the government of the Philippines, U.S. Marines with the Marine Rotational Force – Darwin (MRF-D) 25.3 Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) are working alongside the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) to provide urgent lifesaving support to communities affected by typhoons, tropical storms, and the Southwest Monsoon. The forward presence and ready posture of United States Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) in the region facilitates rapid and effective response to crisis, demonstrating the U.S.’s commitment to allies and partners during times of need. MIL Security OSI –

MIL-OSI USA: Fischer Advances $18 Million for Nebraska Health Care Improvements, Modernization

August 5, 2025 6:54 pm

US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Nebraska Deb Fischer Funds to construct training facility for air transport of infectious disease patients, replace hospital water heating systems, upgrade operating room equipment Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced she advanced $18 million in funding to support improvements and modernizations of health care facilities in Nebraska. The funding was included in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Labor, Health, and Human Services (LHHS) Appropriations Act, which now awaits consideration on the Senate Floor. “Nebraskans deserve modernized and efficient hospitals and emergency care systems as they face ongoing health challenges. The $18 million I

MIL-OSI USA: Fischer Advances Over $200 Million for National and Nebraska-Based Defense Programs

August 5, 2025 6:54 pm

US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Nebraska Deb Fischer Funding for U.S. Strategic Command, 55th Wing, 557th Weather Wing – located at Offutt Air Force Base Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced she advanced over $200 million for key national and Nebraska-based defense programs, including U.S. Strategic Command (STRATCOM), 55th Wing, 557th Weather Wing – located at Offutt Air Force Base – in the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) Defense Appropriations Bill. The bill now awaits consideration on the Senate floor.“The first duty of Congress is to defend the nation, and as a member of the

MIL-OSI USA: Cornyn: Senate Must Stay in Session or Change Rules to Break Democrats’ Log-Jam

August 5, 2025 6:53 pm

US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Texas John Cornyn WASHINGTON – Today on the floor, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) proposed the Senate remaining in session into the month of August or changing Senate rules if Democrats persist in their extreme and unprecedented obstruction of President Trump’s nominees. Excerpts of Sen. Cornyn’s remarks are below, and video can be found here. “I don’t believe, Mr. President, that the Senate should leave town without ensuring that President Trump has his nominees and his team in place.” “We find ourselves really in an unprecedented situation where Democrats, rather than picking and choosing the nominees they

MIL-OSI USA: 07.31.2025 Sens. Cruz, Cantwell Introduce Bill to Modernize Weather Radio Emergency Alerts

August 5, 2025 6:53 pm

US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Texas Ted Cruz WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Ranking Member Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) reintroduced the NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act, which would modernize weather radio equipment to enhance the reliability of emergency communications during severe weather and bolster the nationwide accessibility of critical warnings. The legislation expands coverage for areas with poor or no cellular service, amplifies non-weather emergency messages, and provides additional transmitters for areas with weak or nonexistent cell service and broadband coverage. Additionally, the NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology

MIL-OSI China: Chen wins 4th world title as Popovici completes sprint double

August 5, 2025 6:52 pm

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News China’s Chen Yuxi captured her fourth world title in the women’s 10-meter platform, while Romania’s David Popovici delivered a historic swim in the men’s 100-meter freestyle at the World Aquatics Championships on Thursday. Chen, who led both the preliminary and semifinal rounds, secured gold with a score of 430.50 points. Germany’s Pauline Alexandra Pfeif earned silver with 367.10 points, while 15-year-old Chinese diver Xie Peiling took bronze with 358.20 in her world championships debut. Chen Yuxi of China kisses the medal after the awarding ceremony for the women’s 10m platform final of diving at the World

MIL-OSI USA: Trump’s Tariffs are Raising Prices on Hardworking Americans

August 5, 2025 6:52 pm

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (1st District of Washington) Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) released the following statement on President Trump’s global tariffs, which are set to take effect on August 1. “Americans have made it crystal clear that lowering prices is their top concern. President Trump and Congressional Republicans continue to break their promise to address the affordability crisis in our country and instead are focused on giving massive handouts to billionaires that are paid for by families who work hard every day. “Regardless of how many of Trump’s tariffs go into effect tomorrow, the on-again, off-again whiplash makes

MIL-OSI USA: Volcano Watch — Distant versus local earthquakes and tsunami response times in Hawaii

August 5, 2025 6:51 pm

Source: US Geological Survey Breadcrumb News Volcano Watch — Distant versus local earthquakes and tsunami response times in Hawaii Earthquakes and tsunamis in the news over the past few days are a reminder that we live on a dynamic planet with different hazards and associated response times. While tsunamis generated by large, distant earthquakes take hours to traverse the Pacific Ocean, it is important to remember that local earthquakes can also generate tsunamis—but with much less warning. Volcano Watch is a weekly article and activity update written by U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists and affiliates. On July 29, 2025 at 1:24 p.m. HST, a

MIL-OSI USA: Trump’s unlawful CalGuard power grab results in 57% decrease in fentanyl pounds seized

August 5, 2025 6:51 pm

Source: US State of California Governor Jul 31, 2025 What you need to know: While National Guard soldiers were unlawfully federalized by the President to await mission orders in the Los Angeles area, between May and June, there was a 57% drop in fentanyl pounds seized from those same soldiers who were pulled from their vital public safety assignments. Los Angeles, California – While President Trump comes to the realization that his unlawful deployment of the military in Los Angeles has been unnecessary and deeply unpopular, there has been a significant drop in the reported fentanyl seizures by California National Guard members. Between May and

MIL-OSI Security: WORST OF WORST: Criminal Proceedings Begin in Case of Transgender Illegal Alien Accused of Child Rape in Sanctuary New York City

August 5, 2025 6:51 pm

Source: US Department of Homeland Security This serial criminal entered the U.S. illegally and was released into the country under the Biden Administration WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released additional information on Nicol Alexandra Contreras-Suarez, a transgender criminal illegal alien from Colombia who is charged with the rape of a minor and stalking in New York. Contreras-Suarez had a preliminary criminal hearing in New York City this week. His next court hearing before the New York Supreme Court is scheduled for September 10, 2025. Contreras-Suarez, a biological male that presents as a woman, is scheduled to appear before a criminal court

MIL-OSI Russia: An exhibition of xylographic works “Mountains and Rivers of China” opened in the capital of Armenia

August 5, 2025 6:51 pm

Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Yerevan, July 31 /Xinhua/ — The opening of the exhibition “Mountains and Rivers of China” took place at the Yerevan History Museum on Thursday. It features 40 unique works by one of the most prominent representatives of the new Chinese xylography of the 20th century, Shao Keping. Shao Keping’s works, through the power of visual storytelling, allow visitors to experience the depth and vitality of Chinese artistic

MIL-OSI Russia: 44 dead, 9 missing after recent rains in Beijing

August 5, 2025 6:50 pm

Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 31 (Xinhua) — The death toll from recent heavy rainfall in Beijing has risen to 44, with nine people still missing, city authorities said at a press conference on Thursday. Beijing Vice Mayor Xia Linmao said 31 people died at a care center for the elderly in Taishitun Township, Miyun District. The recent flooding in Beijing affected more than 300,000 residents and damaged about 24,000

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Positive progress in courts as sentencing adjournments drop

August 5, 2025 6:50 pm

Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Courts Nicole McKee is welcoming new data showing a significant drop in sentencing adjournments in the District Court, reflecting ongoing improvements in court efficiency. “Over the past two years, sentencing adjournments in the criminal jurisdiction have fallen from 36 to 29 per cent, resulting in nearly 2,900 fewer delayed sentencing hearings. This means more cases are proceeding as planned, freeing up court time and helping more people access timely justice,” Mrs McKee says. Mrs McKee credits the success to the collaborative efforts of the District Court Timeliness Programme, the Sentencing Ready team supported by priority rostering, and the Prosecutions

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Judge-Alone trial protocol aims to speed up justice

August 5, 2025 6:50 pm

Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Courts Nicole McKee has welcomed the rollout of an updated protocol for judge-alone trials, effective from today (1 August), aimed at further enhancing court timeliness. “Improving court performance remains a key priority for this Government. We appreciate the judiciary and justice sector’s collaboration in refining this important protocol,” Mrs McKee says. First introduced in 2021 and piloted in select courts in 2022, the Judge-Alone Trial (JAT) protocol has been revised with input from judges, lawyers, and justice agencies. From today, it will be implemented across all District Courts. The protocol strengthens case readiness by introducing a registrar-led teleconference between

MIL-OSI Submissions: Global Bodies – World Conference of Speakers of Parliament calls for renewed global unity amid rising crises – IPU

August 5, 2025 6:50 pm

Source: Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Thursday 31 July 2025, Geneva, Switzerland – Parliamentary leaders from some 120 countries gathered at the United Nations Office at Geneva for the Sixth World Conference of Speakers of Parliament, a summit convened every five years by the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in partnership with the United Nations (UN). The Conference, regarded as the world’s top parliamentary forum, was held from 29 to 31 July 2025. It gathered hundreds of participants, including 102 Speakers of Parliament, 34 Deputy Speakers, MPs, diplomats, UN officials, experts, and representatives from civil society, academia and the media. The Conference took place amid rising global tensions and regional

MIL-OSI Submissions: Global Bodies – Ending plastic pollution: Why trade matters

August 5, 2025 6:49 pm

Source: United Nations – UNCTAD 31 July 2025 – From supporting responsible production and consumption to promoting circularity and sustainable alternatives, trade must be part of the solution to plastic pollution, not part of the problem. In Uttar Pradesh, India, a recycling plant processes plastic waste to be used for making polyester fibre. The latest Global Trade Update shows that plastic production reached 436 million metric tons worldwide in 2023, with the traded value surpassing $1.1 trillion and accounting for 5% of total merchandise trade. Despite driving global growth across industries, plastics exact a heavy toll on environmental and planetary health. Alarmingly, 75% of plastics ever

MIL-OSI New Zealand: Foreign Police Forces in NZ – Peace Action opposes establishment of FBI office in NZ

August 5, 2025 6:49 pm

Source: Peace Action Wellington “Peace Action Wellington completely opposes the opening of a US FBI office in Aotearoa New Zealand. The decision by the NZ government to allow a foreign country’s police force to operate here is terrifying. This is particularly true given the authoritarian regime in power in the US and the FBI’s behaviour since Trump’s election,” said Valerie Morse, member of Peace Action Wellington. “The FBI anti-terrorism units have been involved in numerous raids and arrests of student activists at universities across the US. These brutal investigations have nothing to do with criminal actions by anyone and everything to do with student support

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: 80th anniversary of liberation

August 5, 2025 6:49 pm

Source: Government of the Republic of Korea National Affairs 80th anniversary of liberation This year marks 80th anniversary of the Republic of Korea’s liberation.Korea.net marks this historic day in 1945 of regaining sovereignty after 35 years of Japanese colonial rule (1910-45) and achieving independence as as self-reliant country. To commemorate the noble sacrifices of the nation’s patriotic ancestors who fought for liberation, this is a look back on the history of the Republic of Korea. MIL OSI Asia Pacific News –

MIL-OSI: Mountain America Credit Union Announces $40,000 Show Up for Teachers Grant Winners

August 5, 2025 6:49 pm

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) SANDY, Utah, July 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mountain America Credit Union, in partnership with Utah First Lady Abby Cox’s Show Up for Teachers initiative, announced the 40 recipients of the inaugural Show Up for Teachers Grants. Each educator has been awarded a $1,000 grant through the Mountain America Foundation to promote creativity in the classroom and foster engaging learning environments. A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available by clicking on this link. Recipients were chosen from a competitive pool of applicants across the state and selected for their innovation, commitment to education, and impact on their students and communities. Grant