Baltic News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 7, 2025

Baltic News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 7, 2025. MIL-OSI: Bitcoin Solaris Enters Final Phase of Presale Ahead of Mobile Mining App LaunchSource: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) TALLINN, Estonia, July 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — When you hear “Bitcoin 2.0,” your first instinct might be to roll your eyes and think, “Here we go again.” But once you dig past the noise, Bitcoin Solaris (BTC-S) emerges with something most imitators lack: a powerful technical backbone, a wealth-building strategy for […]

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Ukraine – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 7, 2025

Ukraine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 7, 2025. MIL-OSI Africa: Call for urgent reform of international governance structuresSource: Government of South Africa By Gabi Khumalo Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for enhanced global cooperation and urgent reform of international governance structures amid the “dramatic reshaping of global dynamics-politically, economically, technologically, and environmentally”. Speaking during the opening of the 17th BRICS Summit, currently underway in Rio de Janeiro, […] MIL-OSI Video: President Cyril Ramaphosa joins other Heads of State and Government for BRICS Summit Family PhotoSource: Republic of South Africa (video statements) His

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Palestine – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 7, 2025

Palestine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 7, 2025. Economy – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 7, 2025Economy: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 7, 2025. China – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 7, 2025China: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 7, 2025. Asia Pacific – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 7, 2025Asia Pacific: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 7, 2025. MIL-OSI China: Gaza ceasefire talks begin

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Israel – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 7, 2025

Israel News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 7, 2025. Palestine – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 7, 2025Palestine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 7, 2025. China – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 7, 2025China: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 7, 2025. MIL-OSI China: Bayern’s Musiala set for lengthy layoff after horror injurySource: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering a serious

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Human Rights – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 7, 2025

Human Rights News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 7, 2025. MIL-Evening Report: The Rainbow Warrior saga. Part 2: Nuclear refugees in the Pacific – the evacuation of RongelapCOMMENTARY:  By Eugene Doyle On the last voyage of the Rainbow Warrior prior to its sinking by French secret agents in Auckland harbour on 10 July 1985 the ship had evacuated the entire population of 320 from Rongelap in the Marshall Islands. After conducting dozens of above-ground nuclear explosions, the US government had left the […]

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University News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 7, 2025

University News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 7, 2025. MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Six teams announced as finalists for Abertay’s annual video games design competitionSource: University of Abertay Abertay University has announced the finalists for its flagship video game design competition, DARE Academy.  Six talented undergraduate teams will spend the summer developing and refining game prototypes, competing for the prestigious DARE trophy and a grand prize of £5,000.  A highlight of the university’s calendar, the competition offers students intensive […] MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Brian Cox CBE and Radek Rudnicki to receive honorary degrees Abertay graduationSource: University of Abertay A

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Analysis – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 7, 2025

Analysis: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 7, 2025. MIL-Evening Report: Ageing bridges around the world are at risk of collapse. But there’s a simple way to safeguard themSource: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Andy Nguyen, Senior Lecturer in Structural Engineering, University of Southern Queensland The Story Bridge, with its sweeping steel trusses and art deco towers, is a striking sight above the Brisbane River in Queensland. In 2025, it was named the state’s best landmark. But more than an icon, […] MIL-Evening Report: Much to celebrate as NAIDOC Week turns 50, but also much to learnSource:

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Technology – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 7, 2025

Technology News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 7, 2025 MIL-Evening Report: We don’t need deep-sea mining, or its environmental harms. Here’s whySource: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Justin Alger, Associate Professor / Senior Lecturer in Global Environmental Politics, The University of Melbourne Potato-sized polymetallic nodules from the deep sea could be mined for valuable metals and minerals. Carolyn Cole / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images Deep-sea mining promises critical minerals for the energy […] MIL-OSI: Lightchain AI Announces Final Presale Round After Securing $21 Million in Early SupportSource: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) SHREWSBURY, United Kingdom, July 06, 2025 (GLOBE

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MIL-OSI Banking: Global Topic: FC Barcelona and Panasonic agree contract for Espai Barça

Source: Panasonic Headline: Global Topic: FC Barcelona and Panasonic agree contract for Espai Barça Wiesbaden, Germany – FC Barcelona and Panasonic have signed a sponsorship agreement whereby the Japanese multinational will become the new “Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Provider” for Espai Barça for four seasons up to 30 June 2028. This association adds another strategic partner for Espai Barça, ensuring the highest possible energy efficiency, with precision technology and a high level of interior air quality in the new installations, with a view to providing the highest possible comfort for every member and fan visiting the Spotify Camp Nou. Part of the sponsorship programme associated with the

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BRICS leaders back India, Brazil for bigger UN Security Council role

Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Leaders of BRICS nations have reiterated their support for “comprehensive” reform of the United Nations, including its Security Council, to make it more democratic, representative, effective and efficient. In a joint declaration at the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, China and Russia — as permanent members of the UN Security Council — reaffirmed their support for the aspirations of Brazil and India to play a greater role in the UN, including the Security Council. “We reiterate our support for a comprehensive reform of the United Nations, including its Security Council, with a view to

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MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Corseford College future secured until 2027

Source: Scottish Government Up to £1.4 million in funding for continued pilot. Scotland’s first dedicated complex needs college will receive up to £1.4 million to secure its future for the next two years. Since launching in 2022, the Corseford College pilot has received over £1 million from the Scottish Government, which has helped to provide 35 students with complex and additional needs an opportunity for further learning beyond school. An independent evaluation found the pilot provided valuable support to young people with complex needs. It also included key recommendations for the future model of provision in Scotland which the Government will be considering in the months

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MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Brian Cox CBE and Radek Rudnicki to receive honorary degrees Abertay graduation

Source: University of Abertay A world-renowned Scottish actor and a pioneering sound artist will be awarded Honorary Degrees at Abertay University’s summer graduation ceremony later this month.   Dundee-born Hollywood star Brian Cox CBE will be recognised for his contribution to the performing arts over the last 50 years, while Radek Rudnicki will be honoured for his innovative work in new media and spatial sound.   The ceremony will take place on Friday 11 July at Caird Hall in Dundee, where over 400 graduates from Abertay’s academic schools will gather to celebrate the culmination of their studies. Photo credit: Jakub Hader Graduates from Abertay’s academic faculties –

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MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Six teams announced as finalists for Abertay’s annual video games design competition

Source: University of Abertay Abertay University has announced the finalists for its flagship video game design competition, DARE Academy.  Six talented undergraduate teams will spend the summer developing and refining game prototypes, competing for the prestigious DARE trophy and a grand prize of £5,000.  A highlight of the university’s calendar, the competition offers students intensive support from academic staff and industry experts. Over the coming months, the teams will work in the university’s state-of-the-art Centre for Excellence in Computer Games, honing their concepts and creating playable prototypes in a professional studio environment.  This year’s finalists were selected by a panel of expert judges, who were

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MIL-OSI: Ripple is applying for a national bank charter, LET Mining creates more value for XRP holders

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) New York City, NY, July 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ripple (XRP) has ended its battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and is getting rid of the supervision of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Garlinghouse tweeted: “True to our long-standing compliance roots, @Ripple is applying for a national bank charter from the OCC,” he added, “If approved, we would have both state (via NYDFS) and federal oversight, a new (and unique!) benchmark for trust in the stablecoin market.” Against this backdrop, the LET Mining cloud mining platform provides XRP users with a way to participate that is

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MIL-OSI China: S. Korea’s special counsel seeks warrant to detain ex-President Yoon

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News South Korea’s special counsel investigating former President Yoon Suk-yeol’s short-lived martial law imposition sought a warrant to detain the ousted president, the special counsel team’s spokesperson said Sunday. Cho Eun-suk, independent counsel leading the investigation into Yoon’s insurrection and other charges, requested the warrant issuance from the Seoul Central District Court. The charges specified in the warrant included the obstruction of justice, abuse of power and writing a bogus official document, the spokesperson noted. The detention warrant was sought to keep Yoon in custody for an extended period of time, or at least 20 days. The

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MIL-OSI China: Gaza ceasefire talks begin in Qatar as Netanyahu heads to Washington

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu departed for an official visit to Washington on Sunday, calling the trip a “great opportunity” to expand the circle of peace in the Middle East. Speaking before boarding his flight, Netanyahu said there were new prospects for Israel to reach normalization agreements with Arab countries “far beyond what we could previously imagine.” Netanyahu has made expanding normalization efforts a central goal of his foreign policy. Under the 2020 Abraham Accords, Israel signed normalization agreements with the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Morocco. The country has peace agreements also with Egypt and

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MIL-OSI China: Arsenal sign Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Arsenal has completed the signing of Spain international midfielder Martin Zubimendi on a “long-term” contract. The 26-year-old, who had spent all of his career with Real Sociedad, joined last season’s Premier League runner-up for 51 million pounds (70 million U.S. dollars) and becomes the second player from the San Sebastian outfit to join Arsenal, after the arrival of Mikel Merino last summer. Jude Bellingham (R) of Real Madrid vies with Martin Zubimendi of Real Sociedad during the Copa del Rey semifinal 2nd leg football match between Real Madrid and Real Sociedad, in Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, Madrid,

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MIL-OSI China: Late drama as Real Madrid, PSG storm to Club World Cup semis

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Real Madrid will face Paris Saint-Germain in the FIFA Club World Cup semifinals after both sides claimed quarterfinal victories on Saturday. In New Jersey, Real Madrid survived a late scare to secure a 3-2 win over a fast-finishing Borussia Dortmund while Paris Saint-Germain overcame Bayern Munich 2-0 in Atlanta. Kylian Mbappe (L) of Real Madrid scores with a volley during the quarterfinal match between Real Madrid (Spain) and Borussia Dortmund (Germany) at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 in New Jersey, the United States, July 5, 2025. (Xinhua/Wu Xiaoling) Fifteen-time UEFA Champions League winners Real Madrid

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MIL-OSI China: Kyle Walker leaves Manchester City for Burnley

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Veteran England defender Kyle Walker has joined newly promoted Burnley from Manchester City for a fee of around five million pounds (6.8 million U.S. dollars). Manchester City’s Kyle Walker (L) is challenged by Manchester United’s Fred during the FA Cup Final match between Manchester City and Manchester United in London, Britain, on June. 3, 2023. Man City won 2-1. (Xinhua) The 35-year-old has signed a two-year contract with Burnley to put a definitive end to eight seasons with Manchester City, who he joined from Tottenham in 2017, making 319 appearances and winning 17 trophies. The move

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MIL-OSI China: Bayern’s Musiala set for lengthy layoff after horror injury

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering a serious ankle injury during his side’s 2-0 FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinal defeat to Paris Saint-Germain. Jamal Musiala (R) of FC Bayern Munich passes the ball during the quarterfinal match between Paris Saint-Germain (FRA) and FC Bayern Munich (GER) at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia, the United States, July 5, 2025. (Xinhua/Li Ming) The 22-year-old sustained a fibula fracture and multiple torn ligaments in his left ankle following a collision with PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma

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MIL-OSI China: Chelsea confirm Jamie Gittens transfer from Dortmund

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Chelsea continued with its movement in the summer transfer market with the club on Saturday announcing the signing of England winger Jamie Gittens from Borussia Dortmund. Jamie Bynoe-Gittens (L) of Dortmund vies with Phillipp Steinhart of 1860 Munich during a German Cup first round football match between TSV 1860 Munich and Borussia Dortmund in Munich, Germany, July 29, 2022. (Photo by Philippe Ruiz/Xinhua) The 20-year-old Gittens has agreed a contract until the end of June 2032 and has cost an initial 48.5 million pounds (66.25 million U.S. dollars). He is the third attacking player to join

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MIL-OSI Russia: To employees and veterans of JSC “Kurgan Machine-Building Plant”

Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. July 6 marks the 75th anniversary of the foundation of Kurganmashzavod. Dear friends! I congratulate you on this significant date – the 75th anniversary of the foundation of the Kurgan Machine-Building Plant. Your enterprise has made a great contribution to the development of domestic mechanical engineering and strengthening the country’s defense capability. Over the years, the labor of many generations of engineers, designers, and skilled workers has created the only enterprise in the country for the production of

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MIL-OSI Russia: The government approved a resolution on the establishment of the Donetsk Steppe Nature Reserve

Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Resolution of July 1, 2025 No. 992 Document Resolution of July 1, 2025 No. 992 The state nature reserve “Donetsk Steppe” has been created in a number of territories of the Donetsk People’s Republic and Zaporizhia Oblast. The decree on this was signed by the Chairman of the Government Mikhail Mishustin. The new specially protected natural area includes 4 clusters – “Kalmiussky”, “Stone Graves”, “Chalk Flora” and “Khomutovskaya Steppe”, which were previously parts of the steppe reserve created

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MIL-OSI Russia: Mikhail Mishustin congratulated workers and veterans of the sea and river fleet on their professional holiday

Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. July 6, 2025 marks the professional holiday – Day of Workers of the Sea and River Fleet. Dear friends! I congratulate you on the Day of the Sea and River Fleet. The professions of a sailor and a riverman are respected in society. They require high professionalism, responsibility and discipline. It is largely due to your work that the Northern Sea Route, the capacity of sea ports, the system of inland waterways are developing, and both foreign trade

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MIL-OSI New Zealand: Release of rapid review into Police information security controls

Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Police Commissioner Richard Chambers: A rapid review of Police IT systems and devices has found while Police have a wide range of security measures in place, there are opportunities to strengthen and tighten controls on their use. The review found Police has a range of modern security controls which protect Police information and systems from malicious activity. Most user activity is logged in line with good industry practice and there is clear guidance and expectations for staff around acceptable use.  However, the review also identified several areas where improvement was needed. These include more monitoring of staff internet use

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PM Modi meets Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim, Cuba’s President Diaz-Canel on sidelines of BRICS

Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held a bilateral meeting with his Malaysian counterpart, Anwar Ibrahim, on the sidelines of the 17th BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. PM Modi also met Cuba’s President Miguel Diaz-Canel on the sidelines of the summit. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and other officials were present at the meeting. The BRICS Summit, hosted by Brazil, has brought together leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, along with new members Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, the UAE and Indonesia. Brazil assumed the BRICS Chairship on January

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MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Workers in line for £29,000 boost thanks to landmark Pensions Bill

Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Workers in line for £29,000 boost thanks to landmark Pensions Bill The Bill is set to transform the pensions landscape for years to come and put more money in people’s pockets as part of the Plan for Change Pension Schemes Bill could boost returns to pension saving by thousands of pounds Changes will also make it easier for savers to access and manage their pensions Working people on an average salary who save into a pension pot over their career, could benefit by up to £29,000 by the time they retire thanks to major Government

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MIL-OSI New Zealand: North bound lanes closed, SH5, Te Pohue

Source: New Zealand Police The north bound lanes of State Highway 5, at the Bayview end, Te Pohue have been closed due to dangerous conditions following a diesel spill. Road cleaning crews have been called to deal with the spillage. Motorists are advised to take care and drive to the conditions. ENDS MIL OSI New Zealand News –

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Sakshi, Jaismine, Nupur clinch gold as India bags 11 medals at World Boxing Cup Astana 2025

Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) India’s women boxers led the country’s best-ever show at the World Boxing Cup in Astana on Sunday, with Sakshi (54kg), Jaismine (57kg) and Nupur (80+kg) clinching gold medals to cap off a memorable campaign. Sakshi outclassed USA’s Yosline Perez with a unanimous verdict in the women’s 54kg final, while Jaismine edged past Brazil’s Jucielen Cequeira Romeu 4:1 in the 57kg bout. Nupur rounded off the day with a dominant 5:0 win over Kazakhstan’s Yeldana Talipova in the 80+kg final. India ended its campaign with 11 medals — three gold, five silver and three bronze — bettering

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MIL-OSI China: Chinese premier calls on BRICS to be vanguard in advancing global governance reform

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Chinese premier calls on BRICS to be vanguard in advancing global governance reform RIO DE JANEIRO, July 6 — Chinese Premier Li Qiang said Sunday that BRICS countries should strive to become the vanguard in advancing the reform of global governance. Li made the remarks when addressing the plenary session of “Peace and Security and Reform of Global Governance” of the 17th BRICS Summit, calling on the bloc to safeguard world peace and tranquility, and promote the peaceful settlement of disputes. Leaders of BRICS countries attended the meeting, which was presided by Brazilian President Luiz Inacio

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