Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
2nd National Cultural Heritage Vocational Skills Competition in China’s Sichuan
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
2nd National Cultural Heritage Vocational Skills Competition in China’s Sichuan
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
View of Great Wall in Chengde, N China
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
BEIJING, July 5 — China on Saturday activated a Level-IV emergency response to flooding and typhoon in two provinces as Typhoon Danas approaches, according to the Ministry of Emergency Management.
Emergency measures were initiated by the State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters in the eastern province of Fujian and the southern province of Guangdong, while a work team was dispatched to Fujian to assist local flood and typhoon control efforts.
The maximum wind force of Typhoon Danas, the fourth typhoon of this year, is estimated to reach grade-12 to grade-13 at a speed of 35-40 meters per second, according to meteorological authorities. It will approach the coastal regions in southwestern parts of Taiwan Island and northern parts of Fujian.
The National Meteorological Center issued a yellow alert for typhoon on Saturday evening, forecasting strong winds and rainstorms in affected areas from Saturday to Sunday.
China has a four-tier emergency response system, with Level I being the most severe response, and a four-tier weather warning system, with red representing the most severe warning, followed by orange, yellow and blue.
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
China to expand cooperation with Brazil in digital economy, aerospace, says Premier Li
RIO DE JANEIRO, July 5 — Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Saturday that China is willing to work with Brazil to leverage each other’s complementary advantages and expand cooperation in such areas as digital economy, green economy, sci-tech innovation and aerospace.
Li made the remarks during his meeting with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. The Chinese premier arrived in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday to attend the 17th BRICS Summit.
Asia Pacific: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
MIL-OSI USA: Remarks as prepared for delivery by Teresa M. Hodge, 2025 NEA Higher Educator of the Year to the 104th Representative Assembly
Source: US National Education Union By: National Education Association Published: July 5, 2025 Good day NEA! Standing before you today is the daughter of Afro-Caribbean West Indian parents from St. Thomas, Virgin Islands — a mother who was a floor nurse and later a graduate of John Hopkins who became a public health administrator and a […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Dmitry Chernyshenko and Krasnoyarsk Krai Governor Mikhail Kotyukov discussed the development of the region’s scientific and educational infrastructure
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. During a working visit to Krasnoyarsk Krai, Dmitry Chernyshenko assessed the infrastructure of the Institute of Physics of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences July 5, 2025 During a working visit […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Halal certification boosts HK tourism
Source: Hong Kong Information Services Delicious pineapple buns, sausage buns and wife cakes. These classic Hong Kong-style breads and pastries are typically made with lard to enhance their aroma and texture. Since pork and its derivatives are prohibited for Muslims, one local businessman worked out a creative solution. Creative adaptations Cafe owner Swadiq Khan is […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Death following hunting incident, Stewart Island
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Sergeant Mark McCloy: A man has died following a hunting incident near Lords River, Stewart Island yesterday. Police were notified of the incident at around midday. A Search and Rescue team was deployed to the island via helicopter, and located the man deceased. Investigations are underway, which […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: UNDRR and CDRI formalize partnership to strengthen and scale up the global infrastructure resilience agenda
Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) have signed a partnership agreement aimed at accelerating global efforts to make critical infrastructure more resilient to disasters and climate impacts. The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the Fourth Financing for […]
MIL-OSI USA: Remarks as prepared for delivery by Kim Anderson, NEA Executive Director, to the 104th Representative Assembly
Source: US National Education Union Hello, NEA! To our 3 million members… 7 thousand delegates… Board of Directors… Executive Committee… and our amazing NEA and affiliate staff… thank you for all you do each day to fight for the kids and families and communities we are so lucky to serve. I also want to give […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Government congratulates Young Farmer of the Year 2025
Source: New Zealand Government The Acting Prime Minister has extended warm congratulations to Hugh Jackson on being crowned the 2025 FMG Young Farmer of the Year.“Last night I was lucky enough to attend the Young Farmer of the Year grand final in Invercargill. It was a brilliant event, celebrating the future of farming and showcasing […]
India breaches 1,000-run mark in Birmingham Test, joins elite club
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Team India etched its name in the record books on Saturday, piling up more than 1,000 runs in a single Test during the second match against England at Birmingham. It was runs and records galore for Team India as the visitors managed 587 all out and […]
MIL-OSI Security: 8 Barbaric Criminal Illegal Aliens Finally Deported to South Sudan After Weeks of Delays by Activist Judges
Source: US Department of Homeland Security These activist judges put the safety and health of our ICE law enforcement at risk in order to try and force ICE to bring these barbaric criminal illegal aliens back to America WASHINGTON – After weeks of delays by activist judges, the Department of Homeland Security finally deported eight barbaric, […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: HKETO Jakarta celebrates in Philippines 28th anniversary of HKSAR establishment (with photos)
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region ​The Director-General of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Jakarta, Miss Libera Cheng, today (July 5) attended a dinner organised by the Hongkong Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines Inc in Manila, the Philippines, to celebrate the 28th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong […]
Trump says tariff letters to 12 countries signed, going out Monday
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) U.S. President Donald Trump said he had signed letters to 12 countries outlining the various tariff levels they would face on goods they export to the United States, with the “take it or leave it” offers to be sent out on Monday. Trump, speaking to reporters […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi: The Global Statesman of Our Times
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Since the Second World War, almost eight decades ago, no leader had captivated the global imagination until the late 2010s. The majority of the Cold War years were lost to the political turmoil that plagued the nations in the West. In the Soviet Union, the leaders […]
MIL-OSI Russia: International health tourism booming on China’s Hainan Island
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News HAIKOU, July 5 (Xinhua) — Located in the coastal town of Boao in south China’s Hainan Province, the Boao Lecheng International Health Tourism Pilot Zone is fast […]
MIL-OSI: BexBack Announces New 100x Leverage, 100% Deposit Bonus & $50 Welcome Bonus – No KYC Required
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) SINGAPORE, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In response to the growing demand for high-leverage crypto trading, BexBack, a leading cryptocurrency exchange platform, is excited to announce the launch of its enhanced trading features, now available to all users worldwide. As Bitcoin continues to fluctuate above the $100,000 mark, many investors are […]
MIL-OSI Russia: UN Tourism to Promote Sustainable Tourism Development in Uzbekistan
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Tashkent, July 5 /Xinhua/ — UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili visited the Central Asian University for Environment and Climate Change Studies /Green University/ under the Ministry of […]
MIL-OSI Video: What’s Next for China’s Economy & 5 Exciting Technologies of 2025 | WEF | Top Stories of the Week
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements) This week’s top stories of the week include: 0:15 What’s next for China’s Economy – As AI surges and global trade dynamics shift, how can China balance breakthrough tech with inclusive economic growth? Three experts offer insights on trade, technology and jobs in China’s evolving landscape. 3:56 Can AI […]
MIL-Evening Report: Greenpeace chief recalls New Zealand’s nuclear free exploits, seeks ‘peace’ voice for Gaza
Asia Pacific Report Greenpeace Aotearoa executive director Russel Norman today recalled New Zealand’s heyday as a Pacific nuclear free champion in the 1980s, and challenged the country to again become a leading voice for “peace and justice”, this time for the Palestinian people. He told the weekly Palestinian solidarity rally in Auckland’s central Te Komititanga […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Winnie Ho visits Barcelona
Source: Hong Kong Information Services Secretary for Housing Winnie Ho met Deputy Mayor of Barcelona Jordi Valls Riera to discuss matters including housing policy and construction technologies as she began a two-day visit to the Spanish city yesterday. Ms Ho met the deputy mayor, who oversees housing policy, economic affairs and tourism yesterday morning. […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Green Transformation Highlighted at Global Forum on Ecological Civilization in Guiyang
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News GUIYANG, July 5 (Xinhua) — The Eco Forum Global Guiyang, China’s only national-level global forum on ecological civilization, kicked off Saturday in Guiyang, southwest China’s Guizhou Province. […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Direct flight connects China’s Urumqi with Kazakhstan’s Shymkent
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News URUMQI, July 5 (Xinhua) — A direct flight service was launched Saturday between Urumqi, capital of northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, and Shymkent in Kazakhstan. The […]
South America: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
MIL-OSI China: Chinese premier lands in Rio de Janeiro for 17th BRICS Summit
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News RIO DE JANEIRO, July 5 — Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday to attend the 17th BRICS Summit upon invitation. Brazil, the rotating chair of BRICS, will hold the summit from July 6 to 7. Li will also pay an official […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Dmitry Chernyshenko and Krasnoyarsk Krai Governor Mikhail Kotyukov discussed the development of the region’s scientific and educational infrastructure
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. During a working visit to Krasnoyarsk Krai, Dmitry Chernyshenko assessed the infrastructure of the Institute of Physics of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences July 5, 2025 During a working visit […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: UNDRR and CDRI formalize partnership to strengthen and scale up the global infrastructure resilience agenda
Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) have signed a partnership agreement aimed at accelerating global efforts to make critical infrastructure more resilient to disasters and climate impacts. The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the Fourth Financing for […]
MIL-OSI USA: Remarks as prepared for delivery by Kim Anderson, NEA Executive Director, to the 104th Representative Assembly
Source: US National Education Union Hello, NEA! To our 3 million members… 7 thousand delegates… Board of Directors… Executive Committee… and our amazing NEA and affiliate staff… thank you for all you do each day to fight for the kids and families and communities we are so lucky to serve. I also want to give […]
PM Modi leaves for Brazil after concluding “productive” Argentina visit
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for Brazil on Saturday to attend the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, after wrapping up what he described as a “productive” two-day visit to Argentina. “My visit to Argentina has been a productive one. I am confident that our […]
PM Modi honoured with symbolic ‘Key to the city of Buenos Aires’
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a special honour in Argentina on Saturday — the ‘Key to the City of Buenos Aires’. Jorge Macri, the city’s chief official, presented him with this symbolic gift during his two-day visit. The key represents friendship and trust between the two […]
PM Modi pays tribute to statues of Mahatma Gandhi, Rabindranath Tagore in Buenos Aires
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid tribute to the statues of Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore in the Argentinian capital of Buenos Aires after concluding high-level delegation talks with Argentina’s President Javier Milei. “Paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi in Buenos Aires. His timeless vision and […]
PM Modi, Argentina President discuss energy, critical minerals and pharma cooperation: MEA
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday discussed cooperation in the energy and critical minerals sectors with Argentine President Javier Milei, underlining India’s growing energy and industrial needs while emphasising that Buenos Aires can serve as a “reliable partner.” Addressing a briefing after the bilateral meeting between […]
“Excellent meeting”, says PM Modi after talks with Argentina President Milei
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday held wide-ranging talks with Argentine President Javier Milei, calling the discussions “excellent” and saying the two sides had made “significant progress” in strengthening bilateral ties. In a post on social media platform X, PM Modi said: “Excellent meeting with President […]
PM Modi, Argentina President discuss energy, critical minerals and pharma cooperation
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday discussed cooperation in the energy and critical minerals sectors with Argentine President Javier Milei, underlining India’s growing energy and industrial needs while emphasising that Buenos Aires can serve as a “reliable partner.” Addressing a briefing after the bilateral meeting between […]
PM Modi begins historic Argentina visit, holds bilateral talks with President Javier Milei
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday began his historic visit to Argentina by paying respects at the statue of General Jose de San Martin, the country’s revered freedom fighter and national hero, in Buenos Aires. PM Modi laid a wreath and paid tribute at the San […]
MIL-OSI Security: 8 Barbaric Criminal Illegal Aliens Finally Deported to South Sudan After Weeks of Delays by Activist Judges
Source: US Department of Homeland Security These activist judges put the safety and health of our ICE law enforcement at risk in order to try and force ICE to bring these barbaric criminal illegal aliens back to America WASHINGTON – After weeks of delays by activist judges, the Department of Homeland Security finally deported eight barbaric, […]
PM Modi begins historic Argentina visit by paying tribute to country’s liberator
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday began his historic visit to Argentina by paying respects at the statue of General Jose de San Martin, the country’s revered freedom fighter and national hero, in Buenos Aires. PM Modi laid a wreath and paid tribute at the San […]
MIL-OSI Russia: International health tourism booming on China’s Hainan Island
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News HAIKOU, July 5 (Xinhua) — Located in the coastal town of Boao in south China’s Hainan Province, the Boao Lecheng International Health Tourism Pilot Zone is fast […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: expert reaction to Texas floods
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments July 5, 2025 Scientists comment on the flooding in Texas. Dr Martina Egedusevic, Impact Fellow in Green Futures, University of Exeter, said: “The devastating floods in Texas are a stark reminder of how intensifying extreme weather events driven by climate change are interacting with land-use change, urbanisation, […]
Indian diaspora in Brazil to pay tribute to Operation Sindoor with cultural performance ahead of PM Modi’s BRICS visit
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) As Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares to visit Brazil for the BRICS Summit, the Indian diaspora in Brazil is gearing up for a special performance, dedicated to Operation Sindoor, the Indian Armed Forces, and the Prime Minister himself. In a unique cultural showcase, members of the […]
MIL-OSI Security: THREE INDICTMENTS RETURNED FOR PREVIOUSLY DEPORTED ILLEGAL ALIENS IDENTIFIED IN RECENT IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS
Source: Office of United States Attorneys TALLAHASSEE & PENSACOLA, FLORIDA – United States Attorney John P. Heekin announced today that three previously deported aliens have been indicted separately by a federal grand jury for illegal reentry into the United States. Freddy Bravo Galvez, 32, of Mexico, allegedly reentered the United States illegally and was located in […]
MIL-OSI Security: Mexican National Charged After Killing of Attempted Carjacking Victim in Tucson, Arizona
Source: Office of United States Attorneys TUCSON, Ariz. – Julio Cesar Aguirre, 42, of Mexico, was charged by criminal complaint on July 2, for Attempted Carjacking, Use and Discharge of a Firearm During and In Relation to a Crime of Violence, and Alien in Possession of a Firearm. Aguirre had his initial appearance in federal […]
MIL-OSI Africa: Rio de Janeiro gears up for BRICS Summit
Source: Government of South Africa By Gabi Khumalo Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – All eyes are on Rio de Janeiro, Brazil as the city prepares to welcome Heads of State and delegations from across the world for the 17th BRICS Summit. The Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa (BRICS) nations will converge in the metro […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: From border control to belonging: How host communities gain from empowering refugees
Source: United Nations MIL OSI b In 2024, 122 million people were forcibly displaced — a number expected to rise in the coming years, according to Bob Rae, President of the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), addressing a meeting on the pressing issue in New York on Thursday. As population movements become much more […]
India: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
MIL-OSI USA: Remarks as prepared for delivery by Teresa M. Hodge, 2025 NEA Higher Educator of the Year to the 104th Representative Assembly
Source: US National Education Union By: National Education Association Published: July 5, 2025 Good day NEA! Standing before you today is the daughter of Afro-Caribbean West Indian parents from St. Thomas, Virgin Islands — a mother who was a floor nurse and later a graduate of John Hopkins who became a public health administrator and a […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Halal certification boosts HK tourism
Source: Hong Kong Information Services Delicious pineapple buns, sausage buns and wife cakes. These classic Hong Kong-style breads and pastries are typically made with lard to enhance their aroma and texture. Since pork and its derivatives are prohibited for Muslims, one local businessman worked out a creative solution. Creative adaptations Cafe owner Swadiq Khan is […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: UNDRR and INTOSAI WGEA deepen collaboration on environmental auditing for disaster risk reduction
Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) joined global auditors at the Assembly of the International Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions (INTOSAI) Working Group on Environmental Auditing (WGEA), that took place in Malta from 1 to 3 July 2025. Represented by Mr. Animesh Kumar, Head of the UNDRR […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Seychelles media take steps toward stronger disaster preparedness
Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction Workshop explores inclusive risk communication, media resilience, and the future of journalism education From 23 to 27 June 2025, media professionals came together for a workshop on disaster preparedness and response, co-organized by the Disaster Risk Management Division (DRMD), UNDRR, and UNESCO. The five-day event aimed to build media capacity […]
MIL-OSI USA: Remarks as prepared for delivery by Kim Anderson, NEA Executive Director, to the 104th Representative Assembly
Source: US National Education Union Hello, NEA! To our 3 million members… 7 thousand delegates… Board of Directors… Executive Committee… and our amazing NEA and affiliate staff… thank you for all you do each day to fight for the kids and families and communities we are so lucky to serve. I also want to give […]
PM Modi leaves for Brazil after concluding “productive” Argentina visit
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for Brazil on Saturday to attend the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, after wrapping up what he described as a “productive” two-day visit to Argentina. “My visit to Argentina has been a productive one. I am confident that our […]
PM Modi honoured with symbolic ‘Key to the city of Buenos Aires’
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a special honour in Argentina on Saturday — the ‘Key to the City of Buenos Aires’. Jorge Macri, the city’s chief official, presented him with this symbolic gift during his two-day visit. The key represents friendship and trust between the two […]
PM Modi pays tribute to statues of Mahatma Gandhi, Rabindranath Tagore in Buenos Aires
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid tribute to the statues of Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore in the Argentinian capital of Buenos Aires after concluding high-level delegation talks with Argentina’s President Javier Milei. “Paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi in Buenos Aires. His timeless vision and […]
PM Modi condoles loss of lives in devastating Texas floods
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed grief over the tragic loss of lives in the devastating floods that struck the US state of Texas. In a post on social media platform X, the Prime Minister conveyed his condolences to the families affected by the disaster. […]
2nd Test: India eye series-levelling win as England slump to 72/3 in mammoth 608-run chase
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Akash Deep and Mohammed Siraj struck thrice with the new ball as India tightened their grip on the second Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series at Edgbaston, leaving England at 72/3 at stumps on the fourth day on Saturday. England have been set a daunting target […]
India breaches 1,000-run mark in Birmingham Test, joins elite club
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Team India etched its name in the record books on Saturday, piling up more than 1,000 runs in a single Test during the second match against England at Birmingham. It was runs and records galore for Team India as the visitors managed 587 all out and […]
India’s healthcare system accessible, affordable and innovative: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Saturday underlined India’s growing stature as a global hub for pharmaceuticals and medical research, while reaffirming that the country’s healthcare system remains qualitative, accessible and affordable. Speaking at the inauguration of the 7th Annual International Conference of the Innovative Physicians […]
Indian diaspora in Brazil to pay tribute to Operation Sindoor with cultural performance ahead of PM Modi’s BRICS visit
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) As Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares to visit Brazil for the BRICS Summit, the Indian diaspora in Brazil is gearing up for a special performance, dedicated to Operation Sindoor, the Indian Armed Forces, and the Prime Minister himself. In a unique cultural showcase, members of the […]
Feels like something divine, blessing from past life: Indian diaspora overjoyed after meeting PM Modi in Buenos Aires
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a rousing and emotional welcome from the Indian diaspora at the Alvear Palace Hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina with enthusiastic community members stating that meeting him felt like something divine and a blessing from a past life. People gathered in anticipation […]
Distance is no barrier to cultural connections: PM Modi on getting grand welcome from Indian diaspora in Argentina
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday emphasised that distance is no barrier to cultural connections after receiving a warm and traditional welcome from the Indian diaspora upon his arrival at the Alvear Palace Hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In a post on X, PM Modi wrote […]
PM Modi receives grand welcome from Indian diaspora in Buenos Aires
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm and traditional welcome from the Indian diaspora upon his arrival at the Alvear Palace Hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Members of the Indian community greeted the Prime Minister with enthusiastic chants of “Modi-Modi”, “Jai Hind” and “Bharat Mata Ki […]
PM Modi arrives in Argentina, first bilateral visit by an Indian PM in 57 years
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on Friday evening, on a two-day visit of his five-nation tour, that aims to reinforce India’s engagements with the Global South and focus on strengthening ties with the South American country. He was accorded a ceremonial welcome […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: UN Secretary-General urges military restraint from India, Pakistan
Source: United Nations MIL OSI In a note to correspondents issued by his spokesperson on Tuesday, Secretary-General António Guterres called for military restraint from both countries. “The world cannot afford a military confrontation between India and Pakistan,” the note said. On Monday, the Secretary-General had warned that the tensions between the two South Asian neighbours […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: ‘Step back from the brink’, Guterres urges India and Pakistan
Source: United Nations MIL OSI Addressing journalists outside the Security Council at UN Headquarters in New York, Mr. Guterres expressed deep concern over deteriorating relations between the two South Asian neighbours, saying they had reached “their highest in years.” He reiterated his condemnation of the 22 April terror attack in the Pahalgam area of Jammu […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: UN chief ‘deeply saddened’ as Air India crash claims lives of over 200 on board
Source: United Nations 2-b The plane – a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner – crashed into a medical college about a mile from the city’s main airport reportedly killing five students and injuring around 50 who have been hospitalised. The full extent of deaths and injuries on the ground has yet to be established but one British-Indian […]
China: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
MIL-OSI China: Chinese premier lands in Rio de Janeiro for 17th BRICS Summit
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News RIO DE JANEIRO, July 5 — Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday to attend the 17th BRICS Summit upon invitation. Brazil, the rotating chair of BRICS, will hold the summit from July 6 to 7. Li will also pay an official […]
MIL-OSI China: Chinese vice premier underlines sci-tech innovation in agriculture, healthcare
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News GUANGZHOU, July 5 — Chinese Vice Premier Liu Guozhong has called for accelerating sci-tech innovation in the fields of agriculture and healthcare, and enhancing the independent innovation capabilities of medicines and medical devices. Liu, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of […]
MIL-OSI Russia: 1 missing, 28 rescued after excursion boat capsizes in central China’s Hunan Province /long version/
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News CHANGSHA, July 5 (Xinhua) — One person is missing and 28 others have been rescued after a sightseeing boat sank in central China’s Hunan Province on Saturday […]
MIL-OSI China: A glimpse of Arxan, popular tourist destination in N China
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News A glimpse of Arxan, popular tourist destination in N China Updated: July 5, 2025 22:00 Xinhua An aerial drone photo taken on July 5, 2025 shows tourists visiting the national forest park in Arxan of Hinggan League, north China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. Arxan, located at […]
MIL-OSI China: New generating unit at SW China hydropower station starts operation
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 5 — The second generating unit at a hydropower station located at the main stream of the Jinsha River in southwest China, has been put into operation after a successful 72-hour trial, according to a report in the Science and Technology Daily on Saturday. […]
MIL-OSI Russia: International health tourism booming on China’s Hainan Island
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News HAIKOU, July 5 (Xinhua) — Located in the coastal town of Boao in south China’s Hainan Province, the Boao Lecheng International Health Tourism Pilot Zone is fast […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Wang Yi calls on China, France to step up humanitarian exchanges
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News PARIS, July 5 (Xinhua) — China and France should continuously deepen people-to-people and cultural exchanges, establish a model of civilizational exchanges between China and Europe and around […]
MIL-OSI Video: What’s Next for China’s Economy & 5 Exciting Technologies of 2025 | WEF | Top Stories of the Week
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements) This week’s top stories of the week include: 0:15 What’s next for China’s Economy – As AI surges and global trade dynamics shift, how can China balance breakthrough tech with inclusive economic growth? Three experts offer insights on trade, technology and jobs in China’s evolving landscape. 3:56 Can AI […]
MIL-OSI Russia: China’s Ministry of Commerce: China accepts price commitments from 34 EU companies following anti-dumping investigation into imported brandy
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 5 (Xinhua) — China’s Ministry of Commerce on Saturday said it has accepted price commitments provided by 34 European Union (EU) brandy producers as part […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Direct flight connects China’s Urumqi with Kazakhstan’s Shymkent
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News URUMQI, July 5 (Xinhua) — A direct flight service was launched Saturday between Urumqi, capital of northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, and Shymkent in Kazakhstan. The […]
MIL-OSI China: China accepts price undertakings from 34 EU firms in final ruling on brandy anti-dumping probe
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News China’s Ministry of Commerce said Saturday it has accepted price undertakings from 34 European Union (EU) brandy producers in the final ruling of an anti-dumping investigation into brandy imports from the EU. These companies will not be subject to anti-dumping duties when exporting to China, provided […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Chinese FM calls on China, France to uphold multilateralism and free trade rules
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News PARIS, July 5 (Xinhua) — China and France should uphold multilateralism and defend free trade rules in the face of unilateral bullying that undermines the international order, […]
MIL-OSI China: China’s Anhui accelerates layout of aerospace information industry
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News A worker assembles a general aviation aircraft at the workshop of CETC Wuhu Diamond Aircraft Manufacture Co., Ltd. in Wuhu City, east China’s Anhui Province, July 3, 2025. In recent years, Anhui Province has accelerated the layout of its aerospace information industry, which encompasses low-altitude economy, […]
MIL-OSI China: China’s Xinjiang is more dynamic, attractive amid increasing openness
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News A China-Europe freight train passes through an inspection system for large-size containers at Horgos railway port in Horgos, northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Dec. 25, 2024. (Xinhua/Chen Shuo) Xinjiang in northwest China is seeing increased vitality across the board as the region accelerates efforts to […]
MIL-OSI China: Global eco forum in China’s Guiyang highlights green transformation
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Eco Forum Global Guiyang 2025, China’s only national-level international forum dedicated to ecological civilization, kicked off on Saturday in Guiyang, the capital of southwest China’s Guizhou Province. This year’s event, themed “Harmonious coexistence between humans and nature — global collaborative development for green transformation,” has attracted […]
MIL-OSI Russia: China and France should be forces of stability, openness, inclusiveness and unity – Wang Yi
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News PARIS, July 5 (Xinhua) — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Friday called on China and France to act as forces of stability, openness, inclusiveness and unity. […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Podgorica Forum Promotes Trade and Technological Cooperation between China and Montenegro
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News PODGORICA, July 5 (Xinhua) — More than 100 government officials and business representatives gathered here on Friday at the Podgorica Forum to explore opportunities for trade and […]
MIL-OSI China: Unknown fire erupts near Syrian presidential palace
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Smoke rises as a result of a fire that erupted near the Syrian al-Shaab presidential palace in Damascus, Syria, July 4, 2025. Unknown fire erupted Friday afternoon in bushes close to the Syrian al-Shaab presidential palace situated on top of a mountain overlooking the capital Damascus, […]
MIL-OSI China: Hainan emerges as China’s premier international medical tourism destination
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News HAIKOU, July 5 — Nestled in the coastal town of Boao in south China’s Hainan Province, the Boao Lecheng International Medical Tourism Pilot Zone is rapidly becoming a leading hub for health and innovation in China, drawing increasing attention from around the world. Hailed as China’s […]
MIL-OSI China: Air route links Xinjiang’s Urumqi, Osaka
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News URUMQI, July 5 — Tianjin Airlines inaugurated a new air route on Saturday, linking Urumqi, the capital city of northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, with Osaka, Japan. This newly opened route marks the region’s first and only air link to Japan. The daily service, operated […]
Economy: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
MIL-OSI USA: Statement from Rep. French Hill on President Trump’s Executive Order Lifting Sanctions on Syria
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman French Hill (AR-02) WASHINGTON – Congressman French Hill (AR-02) praised President Trump’s decision to revoke several executive orders related to Syria, effective July 1, 2025, calling it a step that will give a post-Assad Syria the opportunity to forge a new future based on peace and pluralism. Rep. […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Secretary-General’s remarks at the Evocation Ceremony Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Cabo Verde’s Independence and 50th Anniversary of the Partnership with the United Nations [as delivered]
Source: United Nations secretary general Honourable President José Maria Neves; Honourable Prime Minister José Ulisses Correia e Silva; Distinguished Heads of State and Government; Excellencies, Ladies and gentlemen, I am happy to be with you today on behalf of the United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, and I thank the Government and the people of Cabo […]
MIL-OSI Security: United States Secret Service Celebrates 160th Birthday
Source: US Department of Homeland Security From combatting counterfeit currency to protecting the President and our nation’s leaders, the U.S. Secret Service marks 160 years of service to our nation WASHINGTON — Today, the Department of Homeland Security honors the 160th anniversary since the founding of the United States Secret Service. One of our nation’s […]
MIL-OSI USA: Loeffler Issues Statement on One Big Beautiful Bill Signing
Source: United States Small Business Administration WASHINGTON — Today, after President Donald J. Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill into law, Kelly Loeffler, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), released the following statement: “The One Big Beautiful Bill is a landmark victory for America’s small businesses, and it cements President Trump’s legacy as the […]
MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Jimmy Gomez Leads Letter to Speaker Johnson: “Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share In Taxes”
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Representative Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) led a group of House Democrats in opposing President Trump’s Budget Reconciliation Bill, condemning its massive giveaways to the ultra-wealthy. In a letter to Speaker Mike Johnson, the lawmakers called for legislation that ensures billionaires and […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: ‘A spirit of oneness’: Cooperatives cultivating peace in South Sudan
Source: United Nations 2 “Cooperatives are a system that enables the South Sudanese to improve their livelihoods, but at the same time also contributes to the economy… this is the only way for South Sudan to move out of poverty,” said Louis Bagare project manager of cooperatives at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in South […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Foreign Secretary reiterates UK’s ongoing support to Lebanon
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements World news story Foreign Secretary reiterates UK’s ongoing support to Lebanon English العربيَّة British Foreign Secretary David Lammy visited Lebanon and reiterated the UK’s ongoing support for Lebanon’s security, stability and future prosperity. British Foreign Secretary David Lammy with President Joseph Aoun As part of a regional visit, Foreign […]
MIL-OSI: Where Will Crypto Mining Go Next? PFMCrypto Launches New Mobile Cloud Mining App for Earning Anytime, Anywhere
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Farington, England, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With rising interest in alternative ways to grow digital wealth, PFMCrypto is proud to announce the official launch of its mobile cloud mining app, available now for iOS and Android. Designed for accessibility, speed, and security, the app allows users to participate in crypto […]
MIL-OSI USA: Congestion Pricing Succeeding in Reducing Traffic
Source: US State of New York overnor Kathy Hochul and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced that in its first six months, New York City’s congestion pricing program has succeeded in reducing traffic and raising revenues to fund transit improvements across the region, while economic activity in New York City has flourished. Activated at […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Chinese company and RDIF intend to jointly build a new benchmark for cooperation between the two countries in Beijing
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Moscow, July 5 /Xinhua/ — Chinese real estate developer China Railway Real Estate Group Co., Ltd. /CRREG/ and the Russian Direct Investment Fund /RDIF/ recently held talks […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK re-establishes diplomatic relations with Syria in first Ministerial visit for 14 years
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release UK re-establishes diplomatic relations with Syria in first Ministerial visit for 14 years The Foreign Secretary has visited Syria to renew our diplomatic relationship, eight months on from the collapse of Assad’s regime. Foreign Secretary’s visit to Syria marks first by a UK Minister in […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Allister tells Glasgow 12th of Protocol risk to the UK
Source: Traditional Unionist Voice – Northern Ireland TUV leader Jim Allister told the ‘Glasgow Twelfth’ the very substance and existence of the United Kingdom was at risk because of the Protocol/Windsor Framework. “The constitutional basis of your membership of the U.K., the Act of Union 1707, and Northern Ireland’s, the Act of Union 1800, are […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: HKETO Jakarta celebrates in Philippines 28th anniversary of HKSAR establishment (with photos)
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region ​The Director-General of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Jakarta, Miss Libera Cheng, today (July 5) attended a dinner organised by the Hongkong Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines Inc in Manila, the Philippines, to celebrate the 28th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong […]
MIL-OSI: BTCMiner cloud mining is easy and has no barriers to entry. Everyone can participate. Join early and start earning stable income early!
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) New York City, NY, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In 2025, the global economy is facing a downturn, market volatility is intensifying, inflation and high interest rates are putting many traditional investment methods under great pressure, and many people are unsure where to invest next? Ron Rivest, an important figure in […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Direct flight connects China’s Urumqi with Kazakhstan’s Shymkent
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News URUMQI, July 5 (Xinhua) — A direct flight service was launched Saturday between Urumqi, capital of northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, and Shymkent in Kazakhstan. The […]
MIL-OSI Africa: Rio de Janeiro gears up for BRICS Summit
Source: Government of South Africa By Gabi Khumalo Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – All eyes are on Rio de Janeiro, Brazil as the city prepares to welcome Heads of State and delegations from across the world for the 17th BRICS Summit. The Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa (BRICS) nations will converge in the metro […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Chinese FM calls on China, France to uphold multilateralism and free trade rules
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News PARIS, July 5 (Xinhua) — China and France should uphold multilateralism and defend free trade rules in the face of unilateral bullying that undermines the international order, […]
MIL-OSI China: China’s Anhui accelerates layout of aerospace information industry
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News A worker assembles a general aviation aircraft at the workshop of CETC Wuhu Diamond Aircraft Manufacture Co., Ltd. in Wuhu City, east China’s Anhui Province, July 3, 2025. In recent years, Anhui Province has accelerated the layout of its aerospace information industry, which encompasses low-altitude economy, […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Over 60 per cent of the Arab world still outside the banking system
Source: United Nations MIL OSI Even more impressively, the number of Egyptian women with an account increased by 260 per cent, though gender gaps do remain. But how you widen financial inclusion overall is a question the Arab region is currently grappling with. A new report from the UN Economic and Social Commission in Western […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Syrians heading home find few of the basics needed to survive
Source: United Nations MIL OSI Hopes rose last week in Damascus when fuel prices dropped instantly following Donald Trump’s move to end punitive sanctions. But after more than 13 years of civil war that ended with the fall of the Assad regime last December, ordinary Syrians face an exhausting list of other problems. These include […]
Business: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
MIL-OSI United Nations: UNDRR and CDRI formalize partnership to strengthen and scale up the global infrastructure resilience agenda
Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) have signed a partnership agreement aimed at accelerating global efforts to make critical infrastructure more resilient to disasters and climate impacts. The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the Fourth Financing for […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Secretary-General’s remarks at the Evocation Ceremony Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Cabo Verde’s Independence and 50th Anniversary of the Partnership with the United Nations [as delivered]
Source: United Nations secretary general Honourable President José Maria Neves; Honourable Prime Minister José Ulisses Correia e Silva; Distinguished Heads of State and Government; Excellencies, Ladies and gentlemen, I am happy to be with you today on behalf of the United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, and I thank the Government and the people of Cabo […]
MIL-OSI USA: Remarks as prepared for delivery by Kim Anderson, NEA Executive Director, to the 104th Representative Assembly
Source: US National Education Union Hello, NEA! To our 3 million members… 7 thousand delegates… Board of Directors… Executive Committee… and our amazing NEA and affiliate staff… thank you for all you do each day to fight for the kids and families and communities we are so lucky to serve. I also want to give […]
MIL-OSI Video: South Africa- Austria Business Forum: Austria State Visit to South Africa
Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements) South Africa- Austria Business Forum: Austria State Visit to South Africa https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtU1J1I8OKI MIL OSI Video –
MIL-OSI: XRP’s 5-Year Outlook Meets Today’s Opportunity—PFMCrypto Launches Short-Term XRP Mining Solution
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Farington, England, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The price trajectory of Ripple (XRP) has always been hard to predict. In December 2020, the SEC lawsuit cast a long shadow over the token. Although the legal pressure eased by mid-2024—and Ripple Labs even launched an XRP-backed stablecoin—the market’s response was unexpectedly bearish. […]
MIL-OSI USA: Loeffler Issues Statement on One Big Beautiful Bill Signing
Source: United States Small Business Administration WASHINGTON — Today, after President Donald J. Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill into law, Kelly Loeffler, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), released the following statement: “The One Big Beautiful Bill is a landmark victory for America’s small businesses, and it cements President Trump’s legacy as the […]
MIL-OSI: PBK Miner Reports Strong Global Growth and Expands XRP Mining Contracts as Cloud Mining Demand Surges
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) London, UK, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PBK Miner, a global cloud mining service provider headquartered in the United Kingdom, has announced continued growth and strong platform engagement across its user base of over 8.5 million global users. Building on its success in Bitcoin and multi-asset cloud mining, PBK Miner is […]
MIL-OSI USA: Congestion Pricing Succeeding in Reducing Traffic
Source: US State of New York overnor Kathy Hochul and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced that in its first six months, New York City’s congestion pricing program has succeeded in reducing traffic and raising revenues to fund transit improvements across the region, while economic activity in New York City has flourished. Activated at […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Chinese company and RDIF intend to jointly build a new benchmark for cooperation between the two countries in Beijing
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Moscow, July 5 /Xinhua/ — Chinese real estate developer China Railway Real Estate Group Co., Ltd. /CRREG/ and the Russian Direct Investment Fund /RDIF/ recently held talks […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: HKETO Jakarta celebrates in Philippines 28th anniversary of HKSAR establishment (with photos)
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region ​The Director-General of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Jakarta, Miss Libera Cheng, today (July 5) attended a dinner organised by the Hongkong Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines Inc in Manila, the Philippines, to celebrate the 28th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong […]
MIL-OSI: ALL4 Mining: Certified Leader in Secure Crypto Cloud Mining Launches New Mobile App
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ALL4 Mining is a free cloud mining platform founded in London, UK in 2019, providing mining services for multiple currencies such as Bitcoin, Dogecoin, Litecoin, etc. The company is pleased to announce the launch of a new mobile application. The timely release of this […]
MIL-OSI: Missed Bitcoin’s Surge? Join BTC Miner Cloud Mining and Seize the Next Million-Dollar Wealth Opportunity!
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) New York City, NY, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Did you regret missing the Bitcoin surge? Many investors are still looking for the next big opportunity, and BTC Miner provides just that. Unlike traditional Bitcoin mining, cloud mining eliminates the need for expensive equipment, maintenance, and electricity costs. With BTC Miner, […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: expert reaction to Texas floods
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments July 5, 2025 Scientists comment on the flooding in Texas. Dr Martina Egedusevic, Impact Fellow in Green Futures, University of Exeter, said: “The devastating floods in Texas are a stark reminder of how intensifying extreme weather events driven by climate change are interacting with land-use change, urbanisation, […]
MIL-OSI: BexBack Announces New 100x Leverage, 100% Deposit Bonus & $50 Welcome Bonus – No KYC Required
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) SINGAPORE, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In response to the growing demand for high-leverage crypto trading, BexBack, a leading cryptocurrency exchange platform, is excited to announce the launch of its enhanced trading features, now available to all users worldwide. As Bitcoin continues to fluctuate above the $100,000 mark, many investors are […]
MIL-OSI Africa: Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio Commissions the Mattru-Senehun Bridge, Praises World Bank for Continued Support to National Development
Source: APO – Report: . His Excellency President Dr Julius Maada Bio has officially commissioned the newly constructed Mattru Jong–Senehun Bridge in Jong Chiefdom, Bonthe District, a transformative infrastructure project designed to benefit over 20,000 residents. The bridge is expected to significantly reduce travel time and costs, eliminate the risks associated with manual ferry transport, […]
MIL-OSI Video: What’s Next for China’s Economy & 5 Exciting Technologies of 2025 | WEF | Top Stories of the Week
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements) This week’s top stories of the week include: 0:15 What’s next for China’s Economy – As AI surges and global trade dynamics shift, how can China balance breakthrough tech with inclusive economic growth? Three experts offer insights on trade, technology and jobs in China’s evolving landscape. 3:56 Can AI […]
MIL-OSI: Bitcoin Solaris Introduces Mobile Mining for Quick Wealth Building
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) TALLINN, Estonia, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a major leap for crypto accessibility, Bitcoin Solaris is introducing mobile mining through its upcoming Solaris Nova app allowing users to earn crypto directly from their smartphones, laptops, or desktops. Designed to eliminate the traditional barriers of mining, Bitcoin Solaris requires no expensive […]
MIL-OSI: Little Pepe Surpasses $3.7M in Presale as Investors Rush Toward the Most Promising EVM Layer 2 Meme Coin of 2025
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Little Pepe has surged past $3.7 million in presale funding, capturing the attention of crypto investors as one of the most promising EVM-compatible Layer 2 meme coins of 2025. Combining the viral power of meme culture with real blockchain infrastructure, the project […]
MIL-OSI Russia: China’s Ministry of Commerce: China accepts price commitments from 34 EU companies following anti-dumping investigation into imported brandy
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 5 (Xinhua) — China’s Ministry of Commerce on Saturday said it has accepted price commitments provided by 34 European Union (EU) brandy producers as part […]
MIL-OSI China: China accepts price undertakings from 34 EU firms in final ruling on brandy anti-dumping probe
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News China’s Ministry of Commerce said Saturday it has accepted price undertakings from 34 European Union (EU) brandy producers in the final ruling of an anti-dumping investigation into brandy imports from the EU. These companies will not be subject to anti-dumping duties when exporting to China, provided […]
Defence News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
PM Modi begins historic Argentina visit, holds bilateral talks with President Javier Milei
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday began his historic visit to Argentina by paying respects at the statue of General Jose de San Martin, the country’s revered freedom fighter and national hero, in Buenos Aires. PM Modi laid a wreath and paid tribute at the San […]
PM Modi begins historic Argentina visit by paying tribute to country’s liberator
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday began his historic visit to Argentina by paying respects at the statue of General Jose de San Martin, the country’s revered freedom fighter and national hero, in Buenos Aires. PM Modi laid a wreath and paid tribute at the San […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK re-establishes diplomatic relations with Syria in first Ministerial visit for 14 years
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release UK re-establishes diplomatic relations with Syria in first Ministerial visit for 14 years The Foreign Secretary has visited Syria to renew our diplomatic relationship, eight months on from the collapse of Assad’s regime. Foreign Secretary’s visit to Syria marks first by a UK Minister in […]
PM Modi receives grand welcome from Indian diaspora in Buenos Aires
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm and traditional welcome from the Indian diaspora upon his arrival at the Alvear Palace Hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Members of the Indian community greeted the Prime Minister with enthusiastic chants of “Modi-Modi”, “Jai Hind” and “Bharat Mata Ki […]
MIL-OSI China: National identity, pride grow as naval fleet led by China’s first homegrown aircraft carrier visits Hong Kong
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News An aerial drone photo taken on July 4, 2025 shows visitors on-board the aircraft carrier Shandong anchored in Victoria Harbor in Hong Kong, south China. [Photo/Xinhua] The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) celebrated the 28th anniversary of the city’s return to the motherland with a […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: US strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites ‘marks perilous turn’: Diplomacy must prevail, says Guterres
Source: United Nations 2 After ten days of airstrikes initiated by Israel aimed at crippling Iran’s nuclear programme which have led to deadly daily exchanges of missile fire between Tehran and Tel Aviv, the UN chief said that diplomacy must now prevail. “We now risk descending into a rathole of retaliation after retaliation,” he said, […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Myanmar on the ‘path to self-destruction’ if violence does not end
Source: United Nations 2-b Since then, “there has been no end to the violence, even though thousands have been killed and thousands more injured,” said UN Special Envoy to Myanmar, Julie Bishop, on Tuesday, briefing the General Assembly. “I have stressed consistently that without a ceasefire, a de-escalation of violence and a focus on the […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Syria: UN commission hails recent action to address past violations
Source: United Nations MIL OSI Paulo Sérgio Pinheiro highlighted the establishment of the National Transitional Authority and the National Authority for Missing Persons which are expected to help reveal the fate of the more than 100,000 Syrians estimated to have been forcibly disappeared or gone missing. They are also expected to expose the truth about […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: World News in Brief: ‘Indifference and impunity’ in Sudan, ICC judges speak out against sanctions, respiratory diseases overlooked in Europe
Source: United Nations MIL OSI Tom Fletcher noted that over 30 million people require humanitarian assistance. Moreover, with famine declared in multiple places and over 14.6 million people displaced, Sudan represents the largest humanitarian crisis in the world. “Again and again, the international community has said that we will protect the people of Sudan. The […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: US decision to sanction ICC judges ‘deeply corrosive’ to justice: UN rights chief
Source: United Nations MIL OSI Mr. Türk was responding to an announcement by Marco Rubio, the US Secretary of State, on Thursday, of measures targeting the judges, who are overseeing a 2020 case of alleged war crime committed in Afghanistan by US and Afghan military forces, and the 2024 ICC arrest warrants issued against Israeli […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Low turnout and an unfair voting system: UK elections ranked in the bottom half of countries in Europe
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Toby James, Professor of Politics and Public Policy, University of East Anglia The UK has historically been held up as leading democracy with free and fair elections. However, our new report shows election quality in the UK is now ranked in the bottom half of countries in Europe. […]
Energy News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
MIL-OSI United Nations: UN chief condemns Russian strikes on Ukraine, warns of nuclear safety risk
Source: United Nations 2 In a statement issued by his spokesperson, António Guterres expressed alarm over the dangerous escalation and the rising toll on civilians. He reiterated that attacks against civilians and critical infrastructure are prohibited under international law and called for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire. “These strikes disrupted the power supply to the […]
MIL-OSI Video: What’s Next for China’s Economy & 5 Exciting Technologies of 2025 | WEF | Top Stories of the Week
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements) This week’s top stories of the week include: 0:15 What’s next for China’s Economy – As AI surges and global trade dynamics shift, how can China balance breakthrough tech with inclusive economic growth? Three experts offer insights on trade, technology and jobs in China’s evolving landscape. 3:56 Can AI […]
MIL-OSI: Bitcoin Solaris Introduces Mobile Mining for Quick Wealth Building
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) TALLINN, Estonia, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a major leap for crypto accessibility, Bitcoin Solaris is introducing mobile mining through its upcoming Solaris Nova app allowing users to earn crypto directly from their smartphones, laptops, or desktops. Designed to eliminate the traditional barriers of mining, Bitcoin Solaris requires no expensive […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Abuse of military force will increase conflicts – Chinese FM
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News PARIS, July 5 (Xinhua) — War is not a solution to the Iranian nuclear issue, and preemptive strikes obviously have no legitimacy, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Iran-Israel crisis: UN rights office appeals for urgent de-escalation
Source: United Nations MIL OSI Israel began targeting nuclear and military sites across Iran last Friday, prompting a barrage of retaliatory strikes on Israeli cities. “The UN human rights office urges de-escalation and urgent diplomatic negotiations to end these attacks and find a way forward,” said Ms. Al-Nashif. “We are following closely and are aware […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: US strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites ‘marks perilous turn’: Diplomacy must prevail, says Guterres
Source: United Nations 2 After ten days of airstrikes initiated by Israel aimed at crippling Iran’s nuclear programme which have led to deadly daily exchanges of missile fire between Tehran and Tel Aviv, the UN chief said that diplomacy must now prevail. “We now risk descending into a rathole of retaliation after retaliation,” he said, […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: UN reiterates call for urgent de-escalation amid Iran-Israel conflict, worsening Gaza crisis
Source: United Nations 2 In a joint call to de-escalate, UN agencies have warned that further conflict risks triggering new displacement in a region already strained by decades of war and instability. The UN refugee agency (UNHCR) noted military strikes have led people in both Iran and Israel to flee their homes in search of […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Iran-Israel crisis: IAEA chief calls for access to damaged nuclear sites
Source: United Nations 2 Rafael Grossi, head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), was addressing the agency’s Board of Governors, amid fresh reports of new Israeli missile strikes on Iranian military sites in Tehran and elsewhere earlier on Monday. Iranian weapons fire has also been reported across Israel. Mr. Grossi – who also addressed […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: DPR Korea ploughing ahead with nuclear and ballistic missile programme
Source: United Nations MIL OSI Briefing ambassadors in the Security Council on Wednesday, Assistant Secretary-General Khaled Khiari described a troubling pattern of weapons testing and growing nuclear ambition from DPRK – more commonly known as North Korea. This includes the launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) in October 2024 and an intermediate-range hypersonic missile […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Humans can’t survive without a healthy Ocean: UN envoy
Source: United Nations MIL OSI b The urgent need to restore the Ocean will be the focus of a major international conference taking place in Nice, France, this June. This will be the first UN Ocean Conference since the adoption of a legal agreement for the conservation and sustainable use of marine biodiversity and the […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: ‘Smart grid’ helps accelerate energy transition in Indonesia
Source: United Nations 2-b With support from the United Nations, the electricity grid on the central islands of Java, Madura, and Bali – home to over 160 million people – is now being upgraded and modernized to accommodate fluctuating energy loads from solar and wind power. “As a result of our cooperation with the UN, […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Energy access has improved, but more funding is needed to address disparities: WHO
Source: United Nations MIL OSI While the rate of basic access to energy has increased since 2022, the current pace is insufficient to reach universal access by 2030, one of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), according to a report published by the WHO and partners this Wednesday. The report highlights the role of cost-effective […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: South Africa’s 36.1% electricity price hike for 2025: why the power utility Eskom’s request is unrealistic
Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Steven Matome Mathetsa, Senior Lecturer at the African Energy Leadership Centre, Wits Business School, University of the Witwatersrand South Africa’s state-owned electricity company, Eskom, has applied to the National Energy Regulator of South Africa to approve a 36.1% electricity price hike from April 2025, a 11.8% price increase […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Why relying on technology to keep ASEAN’s coal plants running is risky
Source: The Conversation – Indonesia – By Lay Monica, Researcher, Center of Economic and Law Studies (CELIOS) shutterstock A recent ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE) report emphasised that to contribute in tackling climate change, ASEAN countries don’t need to immediately phase out all of their coal fleet. The report asserted that coal will continue to […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: AI is consuming more power than the grid can handle — nuclear might be the answer
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Goran Calic, Associate Profesor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship Leadership Chair, McMaster University New partnerships are forming between tech companies and power operators — ones that could reshape decades of misconceptions about nuclear energy. Last year, Meta (Facebook’s parent company) put out a call for nuclear proposals, Google agreed […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Indigenous engagement is essential for small modular nuclear reactor projects
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Rhea Desai, Post Doctoral Fellow, Department of Biology, McMaster University Urban Indigenous gathering for community well-being, showing the importance of interconnectedness in Indigenous Communities in Hamilton, Ont. in August 2021. This way of being must be reflected in nuclear projects to better work alongside Indigenous Peoples. (Michelle Webb) […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: AI applications are producing cleaner cities, smarter homes and more efficient transit
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Mohammadamin Ahmadfard, Postdoctoral Fellow, Mechanical & Industrial Engineering, Toronto Metropolitan University Artificial intelligence (AI) is quietly transforming how cities generate, store and distribute energy, acting as the invisible conductor that orchestrates cleaner, smarter and more resilient cities. By integrating renewables — from solar panels and wind turbines to […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: The US and Israel’s attack may have left Iran stronger
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Bamo Nouri, Honorary Research Fellow, City St George’s, University of London Israel’s attack on Iran last month and the US bombing of the country’s nuclear facilities, the first-ever direct US attacks on Iranian soil, were meant to cripple Tehran’s strategic capabilities and reset the regional balance. The strikes […]
Security Intelligence: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
MIL-OSI USA: Remarks as prepared for delivery by Teresa M. Hodge, 2025 NEA Higher Educator of the Year to the 104th Representative Assembly
Source: US National Education Union By: National Education Association Published: July 5, 2025 Good day NEA! Standing before you today is the daughter of Afro-Caribbean West Indian parents from St. Thomas, Virgin Islands — a mother who was a floor nurse and later a graduate of John Hopkins who became a public health administrator and a […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Correctional officers stop person in custody attacking staff member
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4 Correctional officers at Lo Wu Correctional Institution stopped a female person in custody attacking a staff member yesterday (July 4). At 5.52pm yesterday, a 63-year-old female person in custody suddenly became emotional and attacked a correctional officer outside a cell. Officers at the scene immediately ordered […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: OFNAA commends primary and secondary students for assisting in promoting healthy Internet use through creative works (with photos)
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4 The Office for Film, Newspaper and Article Administration (OFNAA) held a prize presentation ceremony today (July 5) for the “Healthy Student Video Contest 2025”, the “‘Control of Obscene and Indecent Articles Ordinance’ Slogan and Colouring Competition 2024-25” and the “Healthy Mobile App Sticker Design Competition” […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Death following hunting incident, Stewart Island
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Sergeant Mark McCloy: A man has died following a hunting incident near Lords River, Stewart Island yesterday. Police were notified of the incident at around midday. A Search and Rescue team was deployed to the island via helicopter, and located the man deceased. Investigations are underway, which […]
MIL-OSI Security: Coast Guard responds with unified command to flooding near Kerrville, Texas
Source: United States Coast Guard News Release U.S. Coast Guard 8th District HeartlandContact: 8th District Public AffairsOffice: 504-671-2020After Hours: 618-225-9008Eighth District online newsroom Port conditions change based on weather forecasts, and current port conditions can be viewed on the following Coast Guard homeport webpages: For more information follow us on Facebook and Twitter. […]
MIL-OSI Africa: Blocking of foreign nationals from healthcare services a concern
Source: Government of South Africa Government says it has noted with serious concern the reported incidents where certain groups and communities have blocked foreign nationals from accessing healthcare services at public facilities. Government has, in a statement on Saturday, called on all communities to uphold the rule of law, respect human dignity, and continue to […]
PM Modi begins historic Argentina visit, holds bilateral talks with President Javier Milei
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday began his historic visit to Argentina by paying respects at the statue of General Jose de San Martin, the country’s revered freedom fighter and national hero, in Buenos Aires. PM Modi laid a wreath and paid tribute at the San […]
MIL-OSI Security: United States Secret Service Celebrates 160th Birthday
Source: US Department of Homeland Security From combatting counterfeit currency to protecting the President and our nation’s leaders, the U.S. Secret Service marks 160 years of service to our nation WASHINGTON — Today, the Department of Homeland Security honors the 160th anniversary since the founding of the United States Secret Service. One of our nation’s […]
MIL-OSI USA: LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON TEXAS FLOODS
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Hakeem Jeffries (8th District of New York) Know Your Immigration Rights If you or a loved one encounter immigration enforcement officials, it is essential that you know your rights and have prepared your household for all possible outcomes. Ask for a warrant: The Fourth Amendment of the […]
MIL-OSI Security: 8 Barbaric Criminal Illegal Aliens Finally Deported to South Sudan After Weeks of Delays by Activist Judges
Source: US Department of Homeland Security These activist judges put the safety and health of our ICE law enforcement at risk in order to try and force ICE to bring these barbaric criminal illegal aliens back to America WASHINGTON – After weeks of delays by activist judges, the Department of Homeland Security finally deported eight barbaric, […]
MIL-OSI Security: MEDIA ADVISORY: Coast Guard Southwest District to hold Change of Command Ceremony
Source: United States Coast Guard 07/05/2025 12:10 PM EDT ALAMEDA, Calif. – Coast Guard Southwest District is scheduled to host a Change of Command Ceremony at Coast Guard Island, Tuesday. Rear Adm. Jeffrey Novak will relieve Rear Adm. Joseph Buzzella, as commander of Coast Guard Southwest District with Vice Adm. Andrew Tiongson, commander, Pacific […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: SCST continues visit to Paris (with photos)
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, continued her visit to Paris, France. On July 4 (Paris time), Miss Law met with the Deputy General Manager of the French National Centre of Cinema (CNC) Mr Olivier Henrard. The CNC oversees France’s policies related to cinema, […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Foreign Secretary reiterates UK’s ongoing support to Lebanon
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements World news story Foreign Secretary reiterates UK’s ongoing support to Lebanon English العربيَّة British Foreign Secretary David Lammy visited Lebanon and reiterated the UK’s ongoing support for Lebanon’s security, stability and future prosperity. British Foreign Secretary David Lammy with President Joseph Aoun As part of a regional visit, Foreign […]
PM Modi begins historic Argentina visit by paying tribute to country’s liberator
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday began his historic visit to Argentina by paying respects at the statue of General Jose de San Martin, the country’s revered freedom fighter and national hero, in Buenos Aires. PM Modi laid a wreath and paid tribute at the San […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK re-establishes diplomatic relations with Syria in first Ministerial visit for 14 years
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release UK re-establishes diplomatic relations with Syria in first Ministerial visit for 14 years The Foreign Secretary has visited Syria to renew our diplomatic relationship, eight months on from the collapse of Assad’s regime. Foreign Secretary’s visit to Syria marks first by a UK Minister in […]
Trump says tariff letters to 12 countries signed, going out Monday
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) U.S. President Donald Trump said he had signed letters to 12 countries outlining the various tariff levels they would face on goods they export to the United States, with the “take it or leave it” offers to be sent out on Monday. Trump, speaking to reporters […]
MIL-OSI: ALL4 Mining: Certified Leader in Secure Crypto Cloud Mining Launches New Mobile App
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ALL4 Mining is a free cloud mining platform founded in London, UK in 2019, providing mining services for multiple currencies such as Bitcoin, Dogecoin, Litecoin, etc. The company is pleased to announce the launch of a new mobile application. The timely release of this […]
Carrying red wreath, Liverpool players join family for Diego Jota’s funeral
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Carrying a red floral wreath bearing his shirt number, Diogo Jota’s Liverpool teammates joined relatives and residents in a small Portuguese town on Saturday for the funeral of the soccer star, who died with his brother in a car crash on Thursday. Club captain Virgil Van […]
MIL-OSI Security: Murder investigation launched following fatal stabbing in Vauxhall
Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police Detectives have made two arrests following the death of a man in Vauxhall. On Saturday, 5 July at 05:38hrs police were called to a residential address at Bondway, SW8 following reports of an altercation. Met officers attended the scene alongside London Ambulance Service, who treated a man in his […]
MIL-OSI Video: What’s Next for China’s Economy & 5 Exciting Technologies of 2025 | WEF | Top Stories of the Week
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements) This week’s top stories of the week include: 0:15 What’s next for China’s Economy – As AI surges and global trade dynamics shift, how can China balance breakthrough tech with inclusive economic growth? Three experts offer insights on trade, technology and jobs in China’s evolving landscape. 3:56 Can AI […]
Politics News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
MIL-OSI Russia: Dmitry Chernyshenko and Krasnoyarsk Krai Governor Mikhail Kotyukov discussed the development of the region’s scientific and educational infrastructure
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. During a working visit to Krasnoyarsk Krai, Dmitry Chernyshenko assessed the infrastructure of the Institute of Physics of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences July 5, 2025 During a working visit […]
MIL-OSI USA: Statement from Rep. French Hill on President Trump’s Executive Order Lifting Sanctions on Syria
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman French Hill (AR-02) WASHINGTON – Congressman French Hill (AR-02) praised President Trump’s decision to revoke several executive orders related to Syria, effective July 1, 2025, calling it a step that will give a post-Assad Syria the opportunity to forge a new future based on peace and pluralism. Rep. […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: UNDRR and CDRI formalize partnership to strengthen and scale up the global infrastructure resilience agenda
Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) have signed a partnership agreement aimed at accelerating global efforts to make critical infrastructure more resilient to disasters and climate impacts. The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the Fourth Financing for […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: UNDRR and INTOSAI WGEA deepen collaboration on environmental auditing for disaster risk reduction
Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) joined global auditors at the Assembly of the International Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions (INTOSAI) Working Group on Environmental Auditing (WGEA), that took place in Malta from 1 to 3 July 2025. Represented by Mr. Animesh Kumar, Head of the UNDRR […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Seychelles media take steps toward stronger disaster preparedness
Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction Workshop explores inclusive risk communication, media resilience, and the future of journalism education From 23 to 27 June 2025, media professionals came together for a workshop on disaster preparedness and response, co-organized by the Disaster Risk Management Division (DRMD), UNDRR, and UNESCO. The five-day event aimed to build media capacity […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Government revives family services, supporting 500,000 more kids
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Government revives family services, supporting 500,000 more kids Up to 1,000 Best Start Family Hubs to be rolled out across the country to provide wide-ranging help for families, such as parenting and early development. Parents across the country will benefit from greater support to make […]
MIL-OSI USA: Remarks as prepared for delivery by Kim Anderson, NEA Executive Director, to the 104th Representative Assembly
Source: US National Education Union Hello, NEA! To our 3 million members… 7 thousand delegates… Board of Directors… Executive Committee… and our amazing NEA and affiliate staff… thank you for all you do each day to fight for the kids and families and communities we are so lucky to serve. I also want to give […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Regulator disqualifies Nottingham charity trustee over inflammatory sermon
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Regulator disqualifies Nottingham charity trustee over inflammatory sermon The Charity Commission has concluded its compliance case into Nottingham Islam Information Point following significant regulatory intervention – including issuing an Official Warning and imposing a 3-year disqualification. Nottingham Islam Information Point was set up to provide […]
MIL-OSI Africa: Blocking of foreign nationals from healthcare services a concern
Source: Government of South Africa Government says it has noted with serious concern the reported incidents where certain groups and communities have blocked foreign nationals from accessing healthcare services at public facilities. Government has, in a statement on Saturday, called on all communities to uphold the rule of law, respect human dignity, and continue to […]
MIL-OSI USA: Loeffler Issues Statement on One Big Beautiful Bill Signing
Source: United States Small Business Administration WASHINGTON — Today, after President Donald J. Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill into law, Kelly Loeffler, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), released the following statement: “The One Big Beautiful Bill is a landmark victory for America’s small businesses, and it cements President Trump’s legacy as the […]
Centre urges public to use only BIS-certified helmets for two-wheeler safety
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The Department of Consumer Affairs and the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) have urged two-wheeler riders across India to use only BIS-certified helmets, warning that substandard headgear poses a serious risk to road safety. With more than 21 crore two-wheelers plying on Indian roads, the government […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Armenia Celebrates 30th Anniversary of Constitution Adoption
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Yerevan, July 5 (Xinhua) — Armenia celebrated the 30th anniversary of the adoption of the country’s constitution on Saturday. A festive event was held at the Alexander […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Egyptian President Reiterates Support for Political Settlement in Libya
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News CAIRO, July 5 (Xinhua) — Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sisi on Saturday reiterated the importance of reaching a comprehensive political settlement in Libya to hold long-delayed elections, according […]
His entire life was dedicated to social justice: PM Modi pays tribute to Ram Vilas Paswan on his birth anniversary
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to former Union Minister Ram Vilas Paswan on his birth anniversary on Saturday, lauding his lifelong dedication to social justice. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Humble tributes to former Union Minister Ram Vilas Paswan ji on his […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Foreign Secretary reiterates UK’s ongoing support to Lebanon
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements World news story Foreign Secretary reiterates UK’s ongoing support to Lebanon English العربيَّة British Foreign Secretary David Lammy visited Lebanon and reiterated the UK’s ongoing support for Lebanon’s security, stability and future prosperity. British Foreign Secretary David Lammy with President Joseph Aoun As part of a regional visit, Foreign […]
MIL-OSI USA: Congestion Pricing Succeeding in Reducing Traffic
Source: US State of New York overnor Kathy Hochul and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced that in its first six months, New York City’s congestion pricing program has succeeded in reducing traffic and raising revenues to fund transit improvements across the region, while economic activity in New York City has flourished. Activated at […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK re-establishes diplomatic relations with Syria in first Ministerial visit for 14 years
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release UK re-establishes diplomatic relations with Syria in first Ministerial visit for 14 years The Foreign Secretary has visited Syria to renew our diplomatic relationship, eight months on from the collapse of Assad’s regime. Foreign Secretary’s visit to Syria marks first by a UK Minister in […]
Massive turnout in Bihar’s Special Revision: 13% voter forms already collected: ECI
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar is progressing at a brisk pace, with officials working at the grassroots level to ensure that no eligible voter is left out of the updated rolls. According to the latest data shared by the Election Commission […]
MIL-OSI Africa: Egypt: President El-Sisi Meets the Speaker of Libya’s House of Representatives
Source: APO – Report: . Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received the Speaker of Libya’s House of Representatives, Counselor Aguila Saleh. The meeting was attended by Political Advisor to the Speaker of Libya’s House of Representatives, Hamid Al-Safi, and Director of the General Intelligence Service, Major General Hassan Rashad. Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Allister tells Glasgow 12th of Protocol risk to the UK
Source: Traditional Unionist Voice – Northern Ireland TUV leader Jim Allister told the ‘Glasgow Twelfth’ the very substance and existence of the United Kingdom was at risk because of the Protocol/Windsor Framework. “The constitutional basis of your membership of the U.K., the Act of Union 1707, and Northern Ireland’s, the Act of Union 1800, are […]
Law News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
MIL-OSI USA: Remarks as prepared for delivery by Teresa M. Hodge, 2025 NEA Higher Educator of the Year to the 104th Representative Assembly
Source: US National Education Union By: National Education Association Published: July 5, 2025 Good day NEA! Standing before you today is the daughter of Afro-Caribbean West Indian parents from St. Thomas, Virgin Islands — a mother who was a floor nurse and later a graduate of John Hopkins who became a public health administrator and a […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Correctional officers stop person in custody attacking staff member
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4 Correctional officers at Lo Wu Correctional Institution stopped a female person in custody attacking a staff member yesterday (July 4). At 5.52pm yesterday, a 63-year-old female person in custody suddenly became emotional and attacked a correctional officer outside a cell. Officers at the scene immediately ordered […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: OFNAA commends primary and secondary students for assisting in promoting healthy Internet use through creative works (with photos)
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4 The Office for Film, Newspaper and Article Administration (OFNAA) held a prize presentation ceremony today (July 5) for the “Healthy Student Video Contest 2025”, the “‘Control of Obscene and Indecent Articles Ordinance’ Slogan and Colouring Competition 2024-25” and the “Healthy Mobile App Sticker Design Competition” […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Death following hunting incident, Stewart Island
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Sergeant Mark McCloy: A man has died following a hunting incident near Lords River, Stewart Island yesterday. Police were notified of the incident at around midday. A Search and Rescue team was deployed to the island via helicopter, and located the man deceased. Investigations are underway, which […]
MIL-OSI USA: Statement from Rep. French Hill on President Trump’s Executive Order Lifting Sanctions on Syria
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman French Hill (AR-02) WASHINGTON – Congressman French Hill (AR-02) praised President Trump’s decision to revoke several executive orders related to Syria, effective July 1, 2025, calling it a step that will give a post-Assad Syria the opportunity to forge a new future based on peace and pluralism. Rep. […]
MIL-OSI Africa: Blocking of foreign nationals from healthcare services a concern
Source: Government of South Africa Government says it has noted with serious concern the reported incidents where certain groups and communities have blocked foreign nationals from accessing healthcare services at public facilities. Government has, in a statement on Saturday, called on all communities to uphold the rule of law, respect human dignity, and continue to […]
MIL-OSI USA: LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON TEXAS FLOODS
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Hakeem Jeffries (8th District of New York) Know Your Immigration Rights If you or a loved one encounter immigration enforcement officials, it is essential that you know your rights and have prepared your household for all possible outcomes. Ask for a warrant: The Fourth Amendment of the […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: SCST continues visit to Paris (with photos)
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, continued her visit to Paris, France. On July 4 (Paris time), Miss Law met with the Deputy General Manager of the French National Centre of Cinema (CNC) Mr Olivier Henrard. The CNC oversees France’s policies related to cinema, […]
Carrying red wreath, Liverpool players join family for Diego Jota’s funeral
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Carrying a red floral wreath bearing his shirt number, Diogo Jota’s Liverpool teammates joined relatives and residents in a small Portuguese town on Saturday for the funeral of the soccer star, who died with his brother in a car crash on Thursday. Club captain Virgil Van […]
MIL-OSI Security: Murder investigation launched following fatal stabbing in Vauxhall
Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police Detectives have made two arrests following the death of a man in Vauxhall. On Saturday, 5 July at 05:38hrs police were called to a residential address at Bondway, SW8 following reports of an altercation. Met officers attended the scene alongside London Ambulance Service, who treated a man in his […]
MIL-OSI Video: What’s Next for China’s Economy & 5 Exciting Technologies of 2025 | WEF | Top Stories of the Week
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements) This week’s top stories of the week include: 0:15 What’s next for China’s Economy – As AI surges and global trade dynamics shift, how can China balance breakthrough tech with inclusive economic growth? Three experts offer insights on trade, technology and jobs in China’s evolving landscape. 3:56 Can AI […]
MIL-Evening Report: Greenpeace chief recalls New Zealand’s nuclear free exploits, seeks ‘peace’ voice for Gaza
Asia Pacific Report Greenpeace Aotearoa executive director Russel Norman today recalled New Zealand’s heyday as a Pacific nuclear free champion in the 1980s, and challenged the country to again become a leading voice for “peace and justice”, this time for the Palestinian people. He told the weekly Palestinian solidarity rally in Auckland’s central Te Komititanga […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Rule of law education course begins
Source: Hong Kong Information Services The Department of Justice today launched the third phase of the foundation course of its Rule of Law Education (ROLE) Stars Train-the-Leaders Programme. The two-day course is being taken by about 120 trainees from district youth committees in the 18 districts and from the Education University of Hong Kong. […]
MIL-OSI Security: Murder investigation launched after 85-year-old dies in Streatham
Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police A murder investigation has been launched after an 85-year-old man was found dead at a property in Lambeth. Officers were called at around 13:00hrs on Friday, 4 July, by the London Ambulance Service to an address in Churchmore Road, Streatham. The male had sustained a number of injuries Despite […]
MIL-OSI Security: Update on policing in London following proscription of Palestine Action
Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police Palestine Action has now been proscribed by the UK Government and expressing support for them is a criminal offence in the UK. There are a number of events taking place in London this weekend and anyone attending should be aware that officers policing these will act where criminal offences, […]
MIL-OSI Security: THREE INDICTMENTS RETURNED FOR PREVIOUSLY DEPORTED ILLEGAL ALIENS IDENTIFIED IN RECENT IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS
Source: Office of United States Attorneys TALLAHASSEE & PENSACOLA, FLORIDA – United States Attorney John P. Heekin announced today that three previously deported aliens have been indicted separately by a federal grand jury for illegal reentry into the United States. Freddy Bravo Galvez, 32, of Mexico, allegedly reentered the United States illegally and was located in […]
MIL-OSI Security: FORMER EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE RESIDENT SENTENCED TO FEDERAL PRISON FOR CHILD PORN CRIMES
Source: Office of United States Attorneys PENSACOLA, FLORIDA – Daniel R. McCaffrey, 41, formerly of Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, was sentenced to 35 years in federal prison for the transportation of child pornography, possession of child pornography, and abusive sexual contact with a minor female who had not yet reached 12 years of age. The […]
MIL-OSI Security: Labor Day Weekend Triple Murder in 2021 Yields Guilty Verdict for Six People
Source: Office of United States Attorneys WASHINGTON – U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro announced that Erwin Dubose, Kamar Queen, Damonta Thompson, William Johnson Lee, and Mussay Rezene, all of Washington, D.C., and Toyia Johnson, of Rockville, MD, were found guilty today in the Superior Court of the District of […]
MIL-OSI Security: Mexican National Charged After Killing of Attempted Carjacking Victim in Tucson, Arizona
Source: Office of United States Attorneys TUCSON, Ariz. – Julio Cesar Aguirre, 42, of Mexico, was charged by criminal complaint on July 2, for Attempted Carjacking, Use and Discharge of a Firearm During and In Relation to a Crime of Violence, and Alien in Possession of a Firearm. Aguirre had his initial appearance in federal […]
MIL-OSI Security: Gallup Man Charged with Voluntary Manslaughter for Fatal Shooting
Source: Office of United States Attorneys ALBUQUERQUE – A Gallup man is facing federal charges following a fatal shooting during an altercation. According to court documents, on May 26, 2025, Herman Smith, 37, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, shot and killed John Doe during an altercation. Smith is charged with voluntary manslaughter and […]
Australia News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
India breaches 1,000-run mark in Birmingham Test, joins elite club
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Team India etched its name in the record books on Saturday, piling up more than 1,000 runs in a single Test during the second match against England at Birmingham. It was runs and records galore for Team India as the visitors managed 587 all out and […]
MIL-Evening Report: Greenpeace chief recalls New Zealand’s nuclear free exploits, seeks ‘peace’ voice for Gaza
Asia Pacific Report Greenpeace Aotearoa executive director Russel Norman today recalled New Zealand’s heyday as a Pacific nuclear free champion in the 1980s, and challenged the country to again become a leading voice for “peace and justice”, this time for the Palestinian people. He told the weekly Palestinian solidarity rally in Auckland’s central Te Komititanga […]
MIL-OSI: High Arctic Overseas Issues Clarifying News Release
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES. ANY FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS RESTRICTION MAY CONSTITUTE A VIOLATION OF U.S. SECURITIES LAW CALGARY, Alberta, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — High Arctic Overseas Holdings Corp. (TSXV: HOH) (“High Arctic Overseas” or the “Corporation”) is issuing […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Call for information – Aggravated Burglary – Katherine
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services The Northern Territory Police Force is calling for information after an aggravated burglary occurred in the vicinity of the industrial area in Katherine East this morning. Around 3am, police received a report that three buildings, including an armoury at a government facility had been unlawfully entered by unknown […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: UN aviation council finds Russia responsible for downing of Malaysia Airlines flight
Source: United Nations 2-b The council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) voted on Monday that Russia failed to uphold its obligations under international air law which requires that States “refrain from resorting to the use of weapons against civil aircraft in flight.” The case was brought by the Netherlands and Australia. “This represents […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: What’s your poison? Alcohol linked to higher risk of pancreatic cancer
Source: United Nations MIL OSI The research, led by the UN World Health Organization’s centre for cancer research, pooled data from nearly 2.5 million people across Asia, Australia, Europe, and North America. It revealed a “modest but significant” association between alcohol consumption and the risk of developing pancreatic cancer, regardless of sex or smoking status. […]
MIL-Evening Report: ER Report: A Roundup of Significant Articles on EveningReport.nz for July 5, 2025
ER Report: Here is a summary of significant articles published on EveningReport.nz on July 5, 2025. Palestine protesters target NZ businesses ‘complicit’ with Israel’s Gaza genocideAsia Pacific Report Protesters against the Israeli genocide in Gaza and occupied West Bank targeted three business sites accused of being “complicit” in Aotearoa New Zealand today. The Palestine Solidarity […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Green gold beneath the waves: How seaweed – and one man’s obsession – could save the world
Source: United Nations MIL OSI b Lesconil, a salt-bitten fishing port tucked into the coast of Brittany, in northern France, stirs slowly under the pale Atlantic dawn. Tide pools shimmer, breathing with the sea — undisturbed but for the cries of seabirds and a lone figure in yellow waders, knee-deep in a forest of seaweed. […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: ‘Plenty of fish in the sea’? Not anymore, say UN experts in Nice
Source: United Nations 4 As yachts bobbed gently and delegates streamed by in a rising tide of lanyards and iPads at Port Lympia, Nice’s historic harbor, that statistic sent a ripple through the conference’s third day – a stark reminder that the world’s oceans are under growing pressure from overfishing, climate change and unsustainable management. […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: ‘Smart grid’ helps accelerate energy transition in Indonesia
Source: United Nations 2-b With support from the United Nations, the electricity grid on the central islands of Java, Madura, and Bali – home to over 160 million people – is now being upgraded and modernized to accommodate fluctuating energy loads from solar and wind power. “As a result of our cooperation with the UN, […]
MIL-OSI China: Alcaraz, Sabalenka advance to fourth round at Wimbledon
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz remained on course for a third straight Wimbledon title after defeating Jan-Lennard Struff in the third round on Friday. The second-seeded Spaniard secured a 6-1, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 victory, converting five of 12 break points. He excelled on second returns, winning 34 […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: United States, Ukraine among new members elected to UN Economic and Social Council
Source: United Nations MIL OSI Croatia, Russia and Ukraine secured seats from the Eastern European regional group, which had three available seats. Russia was elected in a run-off against Belarus, as both nations failed to secure the required two-thirds majority in the first round of voting. North Macedonia, the fifth candidate from the group, did […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Difficult work arrangements force many women to stop breastfeeding early. Here’s how to prevent this
Source: The Conversation – Indonesia – By Andini Pramono, Research officer, Department of Health Economics, Wellbeing and Society, National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health, Australian National University Research shows that six months of exclusive breastfeeding, and continuing until two years old or beyond, provide multiple benefits for the baby and mother. It can prevent […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: We discovered Raja Ampat’s reef manta rays prefer staying close to home – which could help us save more of them
Source: The Conversation – Indonesia – By Edy Setyawan, Marine Ecologist, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau The reef manta ray (Mobula alfredi) is a tough swimmer. They can travel hundreds of kilometres to feed themselves. The longest recorded movement for an individual reef manta ray was 1,150km, observed in eastern Australia. But even though […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Why relying on technology to keep ASEAN’s coal plants running is risky
Source: The Conversation – Indonesia – By Lay Monica, Researcher, Center of Economic and Law Studies (CELIOS) shutterstock A recent ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE) report emphasised that to contribute in tackling climate change, ASEAN countries don’t need to immediately phase out all of their coal fleet. The report asserted that coal will continue to […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Misogyny has become a political strategy — here’s how the pandemic helped make it happen
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Brianna I. Wiens, Assistant Professor of Digital Media and Rhetoric, University of Waterloo Since the COVID-19 pandemic, more overt forms of gendered hate have jumped from obscure internet forums into the mainstream, shaping culture and policy. Social media doesn’t just reflect sexist, anti-feminist views; it helps to organize, […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Invermay man charged with firearms and drug offences
Source: New South Wales Community and Justice Invermay man charged with firearms and drug offences Saturday, 5 July 2025 – 10:13 am. A man has been charged with multiple firearms and drug offences after police seized two illegal firearms, ammunition, a stolen vehicle and a quantity of drugs in a search in Bridgenorth.Police attended and […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Can you spot a ‘fake’ accent? It will depend on where you’re from
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Jonathan R. Goodman, Research Associate, Public Health, University of Cambridge Cast Of Thousands/Shutterstock We all need to learn how to place trust in others. It’s easy to be misled. Someone who doesn’t deserve trust can appear a lot like someone who does – and part of growing up […]
New Zealand News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Death following hunting incident, Stewart Island
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Sergeant Mark McCloy: A man has died following a hunting incident near Lords River, Stewart Island yesterday. Police were notified of the incident at around midday. A Search and Rescue team was deployed to the island via helicopter, and located the man deceased. Investigations are underway, which […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Government congratulates Young Farmer of the Year 2025
Source: New Zealand Government The Acting Prime Minister has extended warm congratulations to Hugh Jackson on being crowned the 2025 FMG Young Farmer of the Year.“Last night I was lucky enough to attend the Young Farmer of the Year grand final in Invercargill. It was a brilliant event, celebrating the future of farming and showcasing […]
MIL-Evening Report: Greenpeace chief recalls New Zealand’s nuclear free exploits, seeks ‘peace’ voice for Gaza
Asia Pacific Report Greenpeace Aotearoa executive director Russel Norman today recalled New Zealand’s heyday as a Pacific nuclear free champion in the 1980s, and challenged the country to again become a leading voice for “peace and justice”, this time for the Palestinian people. He told the weekly Palestinian solidarity rally in Auckland’s central Te Komititanga […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Serious crash, Pokeno
Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are assisting the victim of a serious crash in the Avon Road area, Pokeno. Police were called to the scene about 6pm. Initial indications suggest a person has fallen from a vehicle and has been seriously injured. It’s believed the incident occurred on SH2, between Pokeno and Mangatawhiri. Road […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Update: Baby critically injured at Foxton Beach address dies
Source: New Zealand Police To be attributed to Detective Senior Sergeant Michael Deegan, Central District Investigations Manager: The 6-month-old baby who was found with critical injuries at a Foxton Beach house last weekend has now sadly died. Police were called to the Seabury Avenue property early last Sunday, and the baby had been airlifted to […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Appeal for information after Whanganui aggravated robbery
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Sergeant Andrew Jurgens, Whanganui CIB: Police are asking for witnesses to come forward after an aggravated robbery at a Whanganui jewellery store this afternoon. Officers were called to the scene on Victoria Avenue about 1pm after a man reportedly entered the store with a hammer. He has then […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: New CT unit will boost diagnostic services in Palmerston North
Source: New Zealand Government A $12.7 million investment in a new modular CT unit at Palmerston North Regional Hospital will double scanning capacity and significantly improve access to diagnostic services across the region, Health Minister Simeon Brown says.“This is a major step forward for Palmerston North and the surrounding communities. It means faster diagnoses, shorter […]
Baltic News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
MIL-OSI: Bitcoin Solaris Introduces Mobile Mining for Quick Wealth Building
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) TALLINN, Estonia, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a major leap for crypto accessibility, Bitcoin Solaris is introducing mobile mining through its upcoming Solaris Nova app allowing users to earn crypto directly from their smartphones, laptops, or desktops. Designed to eliminate the traditional barriers of mining, Bitcoin Solaris requires no expensive […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Adhering to bans on mines only in peace time will not work: UN rights chief
Source: United Nations MIL OSI Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland and Ukraine have taken or are considering steps to withdraw from the Convention on the Prohibition of the Use, Stockpiling, Production and Transfer of Anti-Personnel Mines and on their Destruction – known also as the Ottawa Convention, after the Canadian city where the process was […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Low turnout and an unfair voting system: UK elections ranked in the bottom half of countries in Europe
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Toby James, Professor of Politics and Public Policy, University of East Anglia The UK has historically been held up as leading democracy with free and fair elections. However, our new report shows election quality in the UK is now ranked in the bottom half of countries in Europe. […]
Ukraine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
MIL-OSI United Nations: UN chief condemns Russian strikes on Ukraine, warns of nuclear safety risk
Source: United Nations 2 In a statement issued by his spokesperson, António Guterres expressed alarm over the dangerous escalation and the rising toll on civilians. He reiterated that attacks against civilians and critical infrastructure are prohibited under international law and called for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire. “These strikes disrupted the power supply to the […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi: The Global Statesman of Our Times
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Since the Second World War, almost eight decades ago, no leader had captivated the global imagination until the late 2010s. The majority of the Cold War years were lost to the political turmoil that plagued the nations in the West. In the Soviet Union, the leaders […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Ukraine Attacks Russian Military Airfield Borisoglebsk
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Kyiv/Moscow, July 5 /Xinhua/ — Ukraine attacked the Borisoglebsk military airfield in the Voronezh region in western Russia on Saturday, the General Staff of the Armed Forces […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General – on Ukraine
Source: United Nations secretary general The Secretary-General strongly condemns the latest series of large-scale drone and missile attacks by the Russian Federation, reportedly the largest in over three years of war. These strikes disrupted the power supply to the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, once again underlining the ongoing risks to nuclear safety. The Secretary-General is […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Number of internally displaced breaks new record with no let-up in conflicts, disasters
Source: United Nations MIL OSI “These figures are a clear warning: without bold and coordinated action, the number of people displaced within their own countries will continue to grow rapidly,” said Amy Pope, Director General of the International Organization for Migration. The recent rise in conflicts worldwide – particularly in Sudan, the Republic of the Congo, […]
MIL-OSI China: German chancellor meets Chinese FM in Berlin
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BERLIN, July 4 — German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi here on Friday, pledging to work with China to uphold openness and mutual benefit, promote fair trade, and jointly address global crises and challenges. Merz said that such efforts serve the […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: From Syria, UN refugee chief calls for greater solidarity with displaced people
Source: United Nations MIL OSI The UN High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi, sounded the alarm on Friday, World Refugee Day, in a message from Syria. He said the abject failure to end conflicts – including in Sudan, Ukraine, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Gaza – continues to create immense suffering. Difficulty seeking […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: World Refugee Day: telling their stories
Source: United Nations MIL OSI While hotspots include Sudan, Syria, Afghanistan, Ukraine and Palestine, displacement affects every region of the world. In the lead-up to World Refugee Day, Friday, the UN is spotlighting the importance of solidarity with refugees through support, solutions, and the power of storytelling. Zahra Nader: Reporting from exile Ahead of World […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Displacement doubles while funding shrinks, warns UNHCR
Source: United Nations MIL OSI In December last year, the overthrow of the Assad regime by opposition forces reignited hope that most Syrians could see home again soon. As of May, 500,000 refugees and 1.2 million internally displaced people (IDPs) returned to their areas of origin. But that’s not the only reason Syria is no […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: UN needed ‘more than ever before’ says Germany’s candidate to head General Assembly
Source: United Nations MIL OSI Annalena Baerbock presented her priorities during an informal dialogue with Member States held on Thursday at Headquarters in New York. If chosen, she will only be the fifth woman to lead the UN’s main policy-making organ and most representative body, comprising all 193 Member States who elect a new president […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Outrage as Russian attacks on Ukraine cities kill at least nine civilians
Source: United Nations 2-b The latest Russian strikes reportedly damaged 12 buildings in the capital, causing widespread damage to homes, businesses and key services, while phones have been heard ringing from the rubble. Other Ukrainian cities targeted included Zhytomyr – due west of Kyiv – and the northeastern cities of Sumy – where a daytime missile […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: UN denounces deadly Palm Sunday attack in Ukraine
Source: United Nations 2-b The two missiles struck a busy street in the city centre, damaging residential buildings, an educational facility and civilian vehicles, as people were out celebrating Palm Sunday, a major religious holiday in Ukraine. UN Secretary-General António Guterres was deeply alarmed and shocked to learn of the attack his spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric said in a […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Civilians killed in drone strike in eastern Ukraine: UN rights monitors
Source: United Nations 2-b At least nine people were killed and seven injured when a Russian drone struck a minibus near the town of Bilopillia in the Sumy region, according to local authorities. HRMMU monitors are in the process of gathering additional information on the circumstances of the attack and its victims. Preliminary reports suggest […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Ukraine: Ceasefire a critical first step on the road to durable peace
Source: United Nations 2-b Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo addressed ambassadors alongside UN deputy relief chief, Joyce Msuya, who updated on the dire humanitarian situation in the country amid ongoing Russian attacks. Ms. DiCarlo said the meeting was taking place at a potential inflection point in the three-year war, as the past few weeks have seen intensified […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Ukraine: Continued Russian assaults drive civilians from frontline communities
Source: United Nations 2-b “Attacks on frontline regions (are) increasing and it’s always civilians that are bearing the highest cost of the war,” said UNHCR Representative Karolina Lindholm Billing. Since January, more than 3,500 newly displaced people have transited through a centre in Pavlohrad towards central Ukraine; in total, more than 200,000 people have been evacuated or […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: World News in Brief: Global growth slows, deadly Ukraine attacks, Haiti hurricane hunger risk, legal migration for refugees
Source: United Nations 4 Growth is projected to weaken to 2.3 per cent, or nearly half a percentage point lower than expected at the start of the year, according to the Global Economic Prospects report. “The global outlook is predicated on tariff rates close to those of late May prevailing,” it said. “Accordingly, pauses to […]
MIL-OSI China: Trump says no progress on Iran, Ukraine in phone call with Putin
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News U.S. President Donald Trump said that he did not make any progress during his phone call earlier on Thursday with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin over Iran and the Ukraine conflict. “No, I didn’t make any progress with him today at all,” Trump told reporters. “I’m […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: UN Human Rights Council hears grim updates on Ukraine, Gaza and global racism
Source: United Nations MIL OSI Escalating conflict in Ukraine In an oral update, Ilze Brands Kehris, UN Assistant Secretary-General for Human Rights, reported a sharp escalation in hostilities in Ukraine. Civilian casualties have surged, with April to June seeing nearly 50 per cent more deaths and injuries compared to the same period in 2024. “More […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Report reveals significant rise in civilian casualties and rights violations in Ukraine
Source: United Nations MIL OSI It covers the period from 1 December 2024 to 31 May 2025, during which 986 civilians were killed and 4,807 injured – a 37 per cent increase compared to the same period the previous year. “The war in Ukraine – now in its fourth year – is becoming increasingly deadly […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: United States, Ukraine among new members elected to UN Economic and Social Council
Source: United Nations MIL OSI Croatia, Russia and Ukraine secured seats from the Eastern European regional group, which had three available seats. Russia was elected in a run-off against Belarus, as both nations failed to secure the required two-thirds majority in the first round of voting. North Macedonia, the fifth candidate from the group, did […]
Palestine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
Ukraine – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 6, 2025
Ukraine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
New Zealand News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 6, 2025
New Zealand News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
Australia News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 6, 2025
Australia News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
Law News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 6, 2025
Law News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
Energy News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 6, 2025
Energy News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
Economy – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 6, 2025
Economy: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
MIL-OSI USA: Remarks as prepared for delivery by Kim Anderson, NEA Executive Director, to the 104th Representative Assembly
Source: US National Education Union Hello, NEA! To our 3 million members… 7 thousand delegates… Board of Directors… Executive Committee… and our amazing NEA and affiliate staff… thank you for all you do each day to fight for the kids and families and communities we are so lucky to serve. I also want to give […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi: The Global Statesman of Our Times
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Since the Second World War, almost eight decades ago, no leader had captivated the global imagination until the late 2010s. The majority of the Cold War years were lost to the political turmoil that plagued the nations in the West. In the Soviet Union, the leaders […]
MIL-OSI Africa: Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio Commissions the Mattru-Senehun Bridge, Praises World Bank for Continued Support to National Development
Source: APO – Report: . His Excellency President Dr Julius Maada Bio has officially commissioned the newly constructed Mattru Jong–Senehun Bridge in Jong Chiefdom, Bonthe District, a transformative infrastructure project designed to benefit over 20,000 residents. The bridge is expected to significantly reduce travel time and costs, eliminate the risks associated with manual ferry transport, […]
MIL-Evening Report: Greenpeace chief recalls New Zealand’s nuclear free exploits, seeks ‘peace’ voice for Gaza
Asia Pacific Report Greenpeace Aotearoa executive director Russel Norman today recalled New Zealand’s heyday as a Pacific nuclear free champion in the 1980s, and challenged the country to again become a leading voice for “peace and justice”, this time for the Palestinian people. He told the weekly Palestinian solidarity rally in Auckland’s central Te Komititanga […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: WFP delivers food inside Gaza amid restrictions and growing insecurity
Source: World Food Programme GAZA, Palestine – The UN World Food Programme (WFP) continues to deliver life-saving food assistance inside Gaza despite deteriorating security, limited access, and growing desperation of communities in need of food assistance. A recent WFP assessment shows nearly one person in three is not eating for days, placing more people at […]
MIL-OSI Security: Update on policing in London following proscription of Palestine Action
Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police Palestine Action has now been proscribed by the UK Government and expressing support for them is a criminal offence in the UK. There are a number of events taking place in London this weekend and anyone attending should be aware that officers policing these will act where criminal offences, […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Over 60 per cent of the Arab world still outside the banking system
Source: United Nations MIL OSI Even more impressively, the number of Egyptian women with an account increased by 260 per cent, though gender gaps do remain. But how you widen financial inclusion overall is a question the Arab region is currently grappling with. A new report from the UN Economic and Social Commission in Western […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Number of internally displaced breaks new record with no let-up in conflicts, disasters
Source: United Nations MIL OSI “These figures are a clear warning: without bold and coordinated action, the number of people displaced within their own countries will continue to grow rapidly,” said Amy Pope, Director General of the International Organization for Migration. The recent rise in conflicts worldwide – particularly in Sudan, the Republic of the Congo, […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Hamas Responds Positively to Gaza Ceasefire Proposal
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News GAZA, July 5 (Xinhua) — Hamas on Friday evening gave a “positive” response to mediators’ proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza. “Hamas has completed its consultations with […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: World Refugee Day: telling their stories
Source: United Nations MIL OSI While hotspots include Sudan, Syria, Afghanistan, Ukraine and Palestine, displacement affects every region of the world. In the lead-up to World Refugee Day, Friday, the UN is spotlighting the importance of solidarity with refugees through support, solutions, and the power of storytelling. Zahra Nader: Reporting from exile Ahead of World […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Gaza: As last fuel supplies run out, aid teams warn of catastrophe
Source: United Nations MIL OSI Speaking from Gaza City in the north of the occupied territory, Olga Cherevko from the UN aid coordination office, OCHA, said that water pumps had stopped at one site for displaced people there on Wednesday “because there’s no fuel”. “We are really – unless the situation changes – hours away […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: UN rights office ‘horrified’ by deadly violence at Gaza food distribution sites
Source: United Nations MIL OSI The UN human rights office (OHCHR) in the Occupied Palestinian Territory on Wednesday called on the Israeli military to cease the use of lethal force near aid convoys and food distribution sites. It cited “repeated incidents” of Palestinians being shot or shelled while seeking food, warning that such attacks could […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Gazans ‘in terror’ after another night of deadly strikes and siege
Source: United Nations MIL OSI Updating journalists in Geneva, World Health Organization (WHO) spokesperson Dr. Margaret Harris described another night of terror in the war-torn enclave. She said that some of those injured in the attacks had sought help from the Indonesian hospital in northern Gaza, even though it was now “just a shell” after […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: UN reiterates call for urgent de-escalation amid Iran-Israel conflict, worsening Gaza crisis
Source: United Nations 2 In a joint call to de-escalate, UN agencies have warned that further conflict risks triggering new displacement in a region already strained by decades of war and instability. The UN refugee agency (UNHCR) noted military strikes have led people in both Iran and Israel to flee their homes in search of […]
Israel News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
Palestine – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 6, 2025
Palestine News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
Australia News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 6, 2025
Australia News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
Energy News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 6, 2025
Energy News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
Defence News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 6, 2025
Defence News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Regulator disqualifies Nottingham charity trustee over inflammatory sermon
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Regulator disqualifies Nottingham charity trustee over inflammatory sermon The Charity Commission has concluded its compliance case into Nottingham Islam Information Point following significant regulatory intervention – including issuing an Official Warning and imposing a 3-year disqualification. Nottingham Islam Information Point was set up to provide […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Foreign Secretary reiterates UK’s ongoing support to Lebanon
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements World news story Foreign Secretary reiterates UK’s ongoing support to Lebanon English العربيَّة British Foreign Secretary David Lammy visited Lebanon and reiterated the UK’s ongoing support for Lebanon’s security, stability and future prosperity. British Foreign Secretary David Lammy with President Joseph Aoun As part of a regional visit, Foreign […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi: The Global Statesman of Our Times
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Since the Second World War, almost eight decades ago, no leader had captivated the global imagination until the late 2010s. The majority of the Cold War years were lost to the political turmoil that plagued the nations in the West. In the Soviet Union, the leaders […]
MIL-Evening Report: Greenpeace chief recalls New Zealand’s nuclear free exploits, seeks ‘peace’ voice for Gaza
Asia Pacific Report Greenpeace Aotearoa executive director Russel Norman today recalled New Zealand’s heyday as a Pacific nuclear free champion in the 1980s, and challenged the country to again become a leading voice for “peace and justice”, this time for the Palestinian people. He told the weekly Palestinian solidarity rally in Auckland’s central Te Komititanga […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: WFP delivers food inside Gaza amid restrictions and growing insecurity
Source: World Food Programme GAZA, Palestine – The UN World Food Programme (WFP) continues to deliver life-saving food assistance inside Gaza despite deteriorating security, limited access, and growing desperation of communities in need of food assistance. A recent WFP assessment shows nearly one person in three is not eating for days, placing more people at […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Abuse of military force will increase conflicts – Chinese FM
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News PARIS, July 5 (Xinhua) — War is not a solution to the Iranian nuclear issue, and preemptive strikes obviously have no legitimacy, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Hamas Responds Positively to Gaza Ceasefire Proposal
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News GAZA, July 5 (Xinhua) — Hamas on Friday evening gave a “positive” response to mediators’ proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza. “Hamas has completed its consultations with […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: UN warns of mounting humanitarian toll as Israel-Iran hostilities continue
Source: United Nations MIL OSI UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk on Thursday called for “maximum restraint” and reiterated that both Israel and Iran are bound by international humanitarian law. “The widescale, continuing attacks by Israel across Iran, and the missile and drone strikes launched in response by Iran, are inflicting severe human […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Gaza: As last fuel supplies run out, aid teams warn of catastrophe
Source: United Nations MIL OSI Speaking from Gaza City in the north of the occupied territory, Olga Cherevko from the UN aid coordination office, OCHA, said that water pumps had stopped at one site for displaced people there on Wednesday “because there’s no fuel”. “We are really – unless the situation changes – hours away […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: UN rights office ‘horrified’ by deadly violence at Gaza food distribution sites
Source: United Nations MIL OSI The UN human rights office (OHCHR) in the Occupied Palestinian Territory on Wednesday called on the Israeli military to cease the use of lethal force near aid convoys and food distribution sites. It cited “repeated incidents” of Palestinians being shot or shelled while seeking food, warning that such attacks could […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Iran-Israel crisis: UN rights office appeals for urgent de-escalation
Source: United Nations MIL OSI Israel began targeting nuclear and military sites across Iran last Friday, prompting a barrage of retaliatory strikes on Israeli cities. “The UN human rights office urges de-escalation and urgent diplomatic negotiations to end these attacks and find a way forward,” said Ms. Al-Nashif. “We are following closely and are aware […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Gazans ‘in terror’ after another night of deadly strikes and siege
Source: United Nations MIL OSI Updating journalists in Geneva, World Health Organization (WHO) spokesperson Dr. Margaret Harris described another night of terror in the war-torn enclave. She said that some of those injured in the attacks had sought help from the Indonesian hospital in northern Gaza, even though it was now “just a shell” after […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: US strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites ‘marks perilous turn’: Diplomacy must prevail, says Guterres
Source: United Nations 2 After ten days of airstrikes initiated by Israel aimed at crippling Iran’s nuclear programme which have led to deadly daily exchanges of missile fire between Tehran and Tel Aviv, the UN chief said that diplomacy must now prevail. “We now risk descending into a rathole of retaliation after retaliation,” he said, […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: UN reiterates call for urgent de-escalation amid Iran-Israel conflict, worsening Gaza crisis
Source: United Nations 2 In a joint call to de-escalate, UN agencies have warned that further conflict risks triggering new displacement in a region already strained by decades of war and instability. The UN refugee agency (UNHCR) noted military strikes have led people in both Iran and Israel to flee their homes in search of […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: ‘A fire no one can control’: UN warns of spiralling Iran-Israel war
Source: United Nations 2 In an address to the UN Security Council on Friday, Mr. Guterres made an urgent plea for de-escalation, calling the spiralling confrontation a defining moment for the future of global security. “We are not drifting toward crisis – we are racing toward it,” he said. “This is a moment that could […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Iran-Israel crisis: IAEA chief calls for access to damaged nuclear sites
Source: United Nations 2 Rafael Grossi, head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), was addressing the agency’s Board of Governors, amid fresh reports of new Israeli missile strikes on Iranian military sites in Tehran and elsewhere earlier on Monday. Iranian weapons fire has also been reported across Israel. Mr. Grossi – who also addressed […]
Human Rights News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
MIL-Evening Report: Greenpeace chief recalls New Zealand’s nuclear free exploits, seeks ‘peace’ voice for Gaza
Asia Pacific Report Greenpeace Aotearoa executive director Russel Norman today recalled New Zealand’s heyday as a Pacific nuclear free champion in the 1980s, and challenged the country to again become a leading voice for “peace and justice”, this time for the Palestinian people. He told the weekly Palestinian solidarity rally in Auckland’s central Te Komititanga […]
University News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
MIL-OSI USA: Remarks as prepared for delivery by Teresa M. Hodge, 2025 NEA Higher Educator of the Year to the 104th Representative Assembly
Source: US National Education Union By: National Education Association Published: July 5, 2025 Good day NEA! Standing before you today is the daughter of Afro-Caribbean West Indian parents from St. Thomas, Virgin Islands — a mother who was a floor nurse and later a graduate of John Hopkins who became a public health administrator and a […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Dmitry Chernyshenko and Krasnoyarsk Krai Governor Mikhail Kotyukov discussed the development of the region’s scientific and educational infrastructure
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. During a working visit to Krasnoyarsk Krai, Dmitry Chernyshenko assessed the infrastructure of the Institute of Physics of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences July 5, 2025 During a working visit […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Seychelles media take steps toward stronger disaster preparedness
Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction Workshop explores inclusive risk communication, media resilience, and the future of journalism education From 23 to 27 June 2025, media professionals came together for a workshop on disaster preparedness and response, co-organized by the Disaster Risk Management Division (DRMD), UNDRR, and UNESCO. The five-day event aimed to build media capacity […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Why Texas Hill Country, where a devastating flood killed dozens, is one of the deadliest places in the US for flash flooding
Source: The Conversation – USA (2) – By Hatim Sharif, Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, The University of Texas at San Antonio A Kerrville, Texas, resident watches the flooded Guadalupe River on July 4, 2025. Eric Vryn/Getty Images Texas Hill Country is known for its landscapes, with shallow rivers winding among hills and through […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: expert reaction to Texas floods
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments July 5, 2025 Scientists comment on the flooding in Texas. Dr Martina Egedusevic, Impact Fellow in Green Futures, University of Exeter, said: “The devastating floods in Texas are a stark reminder of how intensifying extreme weather events driven by climate change are interacting with land-use change, urbanisation, […]
MIL-OSI Russia: UN Tourism to Promote Sustainable Tourism Development in Uzbekistan
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Tashkent, July 5 /Xinhua/ — UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili visited the Central Asian University for Environment and Climate Change Studies /Green University/ under the Ministry of […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Rule of law education course begins
Source: Hong Kong Information Services The Department of Justice today launched the third phase of the foundation course of its Rule of Law Education (ROLE) Stars Train-the-Leaders Programme. The two-day course is being taken by about 120 trainees from district youth committees in the 18 districts and from the Education University of Hong Kong. […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Portsoy rocks helping to unlock understanding of the moon
Rocks from an Aberdeenshire coastal village are helping scientists to develop equipment which could enable astronauts to investigate the surface of the moon.
Source: University of Aberdeen Rocks from an Aberdeenshire coastal village are helping scientists to develop equipment which could enable astronauts to investigate the surface of the moon. Portsoy has long been known for its important geological features but now researchers from the University of Aberdeen are using the rare assembly of rock types found in […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Speech by CE at Hong Kong Association for External Friendship Inauguration Ceremony (English only)
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region Speech by CE at Hong Kong Association for External Friendship Inauguration Ceremony (English only) Ladies and gentlemen, when I was making preparation for this occasion, my colleagues told me that because we are talking about friendship, I should make three speeches, one in Cantonese, one is Putonghua and one […]
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Third phase of Rule of Law Education Train-the-Leaders Programme trains youth leaders as ROLE ambassadors
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region The third phase of the foundation course of the Rule of Law Education (ROLE) Stars Train-the-Leaders (TTL) Programme was officially launched today (July 5) by the Department of Justice (DoJ). The two-day course, which covers topics relevant to the rule of law and daily life, provides training to […]
MIL-OSI China: Under Xi, China’s first 15-year city plan resonates far
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News XIAMEN, July 5 — In a quiet corner of an exhibition hall in the coastal city of Xiamen in east China’s Fujian Province rests a faded blue binder, its 300 yellowed pages meticulously preserved, containing the city’s economic and social development strategy from 1985 to 2000. […]
MIL-OSI China: National identity, pride grow as naval fleet led by China’s first homegrown aircraft carrier visits Hong Kong
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News An aerial drone photo taken on July 4, 2025 shows visitors on-board the aircraft carrier Shandong anchored in Victoria Harbor in Hong Kong, south China. [Photo/Xinhua] The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) celebrated the 28th anniversary of the city’s return to the motherland with a […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Seminar for SCO countries on educational institutions management concludes in Shenyang
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News SHENYANG, July 5 (Xinhua) — A seminar on educational institution management for Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) countries concluded in Shenyang, capital of northeast China’s Liaoning Province, on […]
MIL-OSI Submissions: Is Mark Carney turning his back on climate action?
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Deborah de Lange, Associate Professor, Global Management Studies, Toronto Metropolitan University The G7 summit in Alberta, hosted by Prime Minister Mark Carney, has ended with only passing mention of fighting climate change, including a statement on wildfires that is silent on the pressing need to reduce greenhouse gas […]
MIL-Evening Report: ER Report: A Roundup of Significant Articles on EveningReport.nz for July 5, 2025
ER Report: Here is a summary of significant articles published on EveningReport.nz on July 5, 2025. Palestine protesters target NZ businesses ‘complicit’ with Israel’s Gaza genocideAsia Pacific Report Protesters against the Israeli genocide in Gaza and occupied West Bank targeted three business sites accused of being “complicit” in Aotearoa New Zealand today. The Palestine Solidarity […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Drifting architects: Plankton, climate, and the race to understand our changing ocean
Source: United Nations MIL OSI b On a sun-drenched morning off the coast of Villefranche-sur-Mer, the Sagitta III cuts through the cobalt waters of the Mediterranean, past the quiet marinas and pine-fringed terraces of France’s Côte d’Azur. The 40-foot scientific vessel – named after a fearsome zooplankton with hook-lined jaws – rumbles toward a lonely […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: The ‘chinamperos’ have provided Mexico City with food for generations. Do they have a future?
Source: United Nations 2-b The chinamperos get their name from ‘chinampas,’ the human-made islands of floating gardens on which they farm. It was the Aztecs who discovered that, by layering mud, plants and branches on shallow lake beds, they could create highly fertile plots of land. For hundreds of years, the chinampas sustained farming communities, […]
MIL-OSI China: Global strategists, decision-makers address key security, development issues at Beijing peace forum
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Ex-President of the European Council Herman van Rompuy speaks at the 13th World Peace Forum in Beijing, capital of China, July 3, 2025. More than 1,200 guests from 86 countries and regions have gathered in Beijing to exchange views on maintaining global peace and addressing conflicts […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Employers are failing to insure the working class – Medicaid cuts will leave them even more vulnerable
Source: The Conversation – USA (3) – By Sumit Agarwal, Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine, University of Michigan The Congressional Budget Office estimates that 7.8 million Americans across the U.S. will lose their coverage through Medicaid – the public program that provides health insurance to low-income families and individuals – under the multitrillion-dollar domestic policy […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: How proposed changes to higher education accreditation could impact campus diversity efforts
Source: The Conversation – USA (2) – By Jimmy Aguilar, PhD Candidate in Urban Education Policy, University of Southern California An executive order seeks to remove ‘discriminatory ideology’ in universities. Critics contend it politicizes the accreditation process. Abraham Gonzalez Fernandez via Getty Images President Donald Trump on April 23, 2025, signed an executive order that […]
Analysis: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 6, 2025.
MIL-OSI Analysis: Why Texas Hill Country, where a devastating flood killed dozens, is one of the deadliest places in the US for flash flooding
Source: The Conversation – USA (2) – By Hatim Sharif, Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, The University of Texas at San Antonio A Kerrville, Texas, resident watches the flooded Guadalupe River on July 4, 2025. Eric Vryn/Getty Images Texas Hill Country is known for its landscapes, with shallow rivers winding among hills and through […]
MIL-OSI Submissions: Is Mark Carney turning his back on climate action?
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Deborah de Lange, Associate Professor, Global Management Studies, Toronto Metropolitan University The G7 summit in Alberta, hosted by Prime Minister Mark Carney, has ended with only passing mention of fighting climate change, including a statement on wildfires that is silent on the pressing need to reduce greenhouse gas […]
MIL-Evening Report: ER Report: A Roundup of Significant Articles on EveningReport.nz for July 5, 2025
ER Report: Here is a summary of significant articles published on EveningReport.nz on July 5, 2025. Palestine protesters target NZ businesses ‘complicit’ with Israel’s Gaza genocideAsia Pacific Report Protesters against the Israeli genocide in Gaza and occupied West Bank targeted three business sites accused of being “complicit” in Aotearoa New Zealand today. The Palestine Solidarity […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Employers are failing to insure the working class – Medicaid cuts will leave them even more vulnerable
Source: The Conversation – USA (3) – By Sumit Agarwal, Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine, University of Michigan The Congressional Budget Office estimates that 7.8 million Americans across the U.S. will lose their coverage through Medicaid – the public program that provides health insurance to low-income families and individuals – under the multitrillion-dollar domestic policy […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: 4 reasons to be concerned about Bill C-4’s threats to Canadian privacy and sovereignty
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Sara Bannerman, Professor and Canada Research Chair in Communication Policy and Governance, McMaster University In Canada, federal political parties are not governed by basic standards of federal privacy law. If passed, Bill C-4, also known as the Making Life More Affordable for Canadians Act, would also make provincial […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Appeals court ruling grants Donald Trump broad powers to deploy troops to American cities
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Jack L. Rozdilsky, Associate Professor of Disaster and Emergency Management, York University, Canada Residents of Los Angeles will need to get used to federally controlled National Guard troops operating on their streets. Due to a ruling from an appeals court on June 19, United States President Donald Trump […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Climate change is making it harder for people to get the care they need
Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Maria S. Floro, Professor Emerita of Economics, American University The world is witnessing the consequences of climate change: long-lasting changes in temperature and rainfall, and more intense and frequent extreme weather events such as heat waves, hurricanes, typhoons, flooding and drought. All make it harder for families and […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Post-flood recovery: lessons from Germany and Nigeria on how to help people cope with loss and build resilience
Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Olasunkanmi Habeeb Okunola, Senior Research Associate, United Nations University – Institute for Environment and Human Security (UNU-EHS), United Nations University Extreme climate events — floods, droughts and heatwaves — are not just becoming more frequent; they are also more severe. It’s important to understand how communities can recover […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: South Africa’s 36.1% electricity price hike for 2025: why the power utility Eskom’s request is unrealistic
Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Steven Matome Mathetsa, Senior Lecturer at the African Energy Leadership Centre, Wits Business School, University of the Witwatersrand South Africa’s state-owned electricity company, Eskom, has applied to the National Energy Regulator of South Africa to approve a 36.1% electricity price hike from April 2025, a 11.8% price increase […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: AI isn’t replacing student writing – but it is reshaping it
Source: The Conversation – USA (2) – By Jeanne Beatrix Law, Professor of English, Kennesaw State University Studies have shown that many students are using AI to brainstorm, learn new information and revise their work. krisanapong detraphiphat/Moment via Getty Images I’m a writing professor who sees artificial intelligence as more of an opportunity for students, […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: How proposed changes to higher education accreditation could impact campus diversity efforts
Source: The Conversation – USA (2) – By Jimmy Aguilar, PhD Candidate in Urban Education Policy, University of Southern California An executive order seeks to remove ‘discriminatory ideology’ in universities. Critics contend it politicizes the accreditation process. Abraham Gonzalez Fernandez via Getty Images President Donald Trump on April 23, 2025, signed an executive order that […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: At Cannes, decency and dress codes clash with fashion’s red carpet revolution
Source: The Conversation – USA (2) – By Elizabeth Castaldo Lundén, Research Fellow at the School of Cinematic Arts, University of Southern California Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson appear on the red carpet prior to the screening of ‘Die, My Love’ at the 78th annual Cannes Film Festival on May 17, 2025. Kristy Sparow/Getty Images […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Industrial scale farming is flawed: what ecologically-friendly farming practices could look like in Africa
Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Rachel Wynberg, Professor and DST/NRF Bio-economy Research Chair, University of Cape Town African Perspectives on Agroecology is a new book with 33 contributions from academics, non-governmental organisations, farmer organisations and policy makers. It is free to download, and reviewers have described it as a “must read for all […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Nigeria’s plastic bottle collectors turn waste into wealth: survey sheds light on their motivation
Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Solaja Mayowa Oludele, Lecturing, Olabisi Onabanjo University Plastic waste in Nigeria presents a dual challenge: cleaning up environmental pollution, and tapping into its economic potential. Many countries worldwide face similar challenges. India, for one, has chosen policies that give producers of plastic the responsibility to manage their waste. […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: New discoveries: three tiny species added to South Africa’s spectacular marine life
Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Jannes Landschoff, Marine biologist at Sea Change and Research Associate at Stellenbosch University’s Department of Botany and Zoology., Stellenbosch University South Africa’s marine realm is globally unique because of the two major ocean currents that meet here. The cold, slow-moving Benguela and the warm, fast-flowing Agulhas currents create […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Counting Uganda’s lions: we found that wildlife rangers do a better job than machines
Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Alexander Richard Braczkowski, Research Fellow at the Centre for Planetary Health and Resilient Conservation Group, Griffith University Lions are a symbol of Africa’s last wild places. It’s a species central to many of the continent’s cultures and religions. But lion populations have reportedly declined over the past 50 […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: African countries need more PhD graduates but students are held back by a lack of money and support
Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Oluwatomilayo Omoya, Lecturer in Nursing (Teaching and Reseach), Flinders University Moyo Studio/Getty Images Over the past 15 years there’s been an increasing demand from within and outside the higher education sector for African countries to produce more PhD graduates. For this to happen, it’s important to know what’s […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Moroccan schools are fuller thanks to cash grants. The problem now is the quality of their education – study
Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Jules Gazeaud, Chargé de recherche CNRS, Université Clermont Auvergne (UCA) Reprinted by permission from VoxDev The spread of conditional cash transfer programmes in low- and middle-income countries has been described as perhaps the most remarkable innovation of recent decades in welfare programmes. These programmes provide regular cash transfers […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: Kids should be encouraged to talk back – 5 tips for teaching them critical thinking skills
Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Heidi Matisonn, Senior Lecturer in Bioethics, The EthicsLab, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town Teaching kids to think critically sets them up well for life. eli_asenova Whenever school holidays loom, many parents find themselves caught in an emotional tug-of-war: on the one hand, […]
MIL-OSI Analysis: What one university’s 30-year transformation reveals about Afrikaans and language planning in South Africa
Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Lloyd Hill, Lecturer, Stellenbosch University Rodger Bosch/AFP via Getty Images When South Africa became a democracy in 1994, five of the country’s universities used Afrikaans as a medium of instruction. There were also two bilingual universities teaching in Afrikaans and English. Stellenbosch University, about 50km from Cape Town, […]
Technology News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 6, 2025
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: OFNAA commends primary and secondary students for assisting in promoting healthy Internet use through creative works (with photos)
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4 The Office for Film, Newspaper and Article Administration (OFNAA) held a prize presentation ceremony today (July 5) for the “Healthy Student Video Contest 2025”, the “‘Control of Obscene and Indecent Articles Ordinance’ Slogan and Colouring Competition 2024-25” and the “Healthy Mobile App Sticker Design Competition” […]
MIL-OSI: BAY Miner launches cloud mining mobile app to help users easily mine BTC, SOL, DOGE
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Charlotte, North Carolina, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — 2025-Passive income opportunities in the crypto bull market As the price of Bitcoin (BTC) stabilizes above $110,000 and Ethereum (ETH) market is active, the adoption of cryptocurrencies in the United States and around the world continues to rise. More and more investors hope […]
MIL-OSI: XRP’s 5-Year Outlook Meets Today’s Opportunity—PFMCrypto Launches Short-Term XRP Mining Solution
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Farington, England, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The price trajectory of Ripple (XRP) has always been hard to predict. In December 2020, the SEC lawsuit cast a long shadow over the token. Although the legal pressure eased by mid-2024—and Ripple Labs even launched an XRP-backed stablecoin—the market’s response was unexpectedly bearish. […]
MIL-OSI: Harness Wind Power and Smart Tech: BTC Miner Enables Passive Crypto Earnings
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) New York City, NY, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With the popularity of cryptocurrency, digital currency mining has become the focus of global investors. However, traditional cryptocurrency mining methods usually consume a lot of electricity, often rely on fossil energy, and burden the environment. As an innovative platform, BTC Miner combines […]
MIL-OSI: PBK Miner Reports Strong Global Growth and Expands XRP Mining Contracts as Cloud Mining Demand Surges
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) London, UK, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PBK Miner, a global cloud mining service provider headquartered in the United Kingdom, has announced continued growth and strong platform engagement across its user base of over 8.5 million global users. Building on its success in Bitcoin and multi-asset cloud mining, PBK Miner is […]
MIL-OSI: Where Will Crypto Mining Go Next? PFMCrypto Launches New Mobile Cloud Mining App for Earning Anytime, Anywhere
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Farington, England, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With rising interest in alternative ways to grow digital wealth, PFMCrypto is proud to announce the official launch of its mobile cloud mining app, available now for iOS and Android. Designed for accessibility, speed, and security, the app allows users to participate in crypto […]
MIL-OSI China: New generating unit at SW China hydropower station starts operation
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, July 5 — The second generating unit at a hydropower station located at the main stream of the Jinsha River in southwest China, has been put into operation after a successful 72-hour trial, according to a report in the Science and Technology Daily on Saturday. […]
MIL-OSI: ALL4 Mining: Certified Leader in Secure Crypto Cloud Mining Launches New Mobile App
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ALL4 Mining is a free cloud mining platform founded in London, UK in 2019, providing mining services for multiple currencies such as Bitcoin, Dogecoin, Litecoin, etc. The company is pleased to announce the launch of a new mobile application. The timely release of this […]
MIL-OSI: Missed Bitcoin’s Surge? Join BTC Miner Cloud Mining and Seize the Next Million-Dollar Wealth Opportunity!
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) New York City, NY, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Did you regret missing the Bitcoin surge? Many investors are still looking for the next big opportunity, and BTC Miner provides just that. Unlike traditional Bitcoin mining, cloud mining eliminates the need for expensive equipment, maintenance, and electricity costs. With BTC Miner, […]
MIL-OSI: RIPPLECOIN Mining Cloud Mining Opens a New Channel for Steady Profits in the Crypto Market
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) London, UK, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As Bitcoin (BTC) approaches its all-time high of $112,000, Ethereum (ETH) and Dogecoin (DOGE) prices fluctuate frequently, and the sharp fluctuations in the crypto market have increased the anxiety of investors holding coins. Data shows that in the past three days alone, BTC has fluctuated […]
MIL-OSI Africa: Qatar Affirms Keenness to Enhance Cooperation with Office of High Commissioner for Human Rights
Source: Government of Qatar Geneva, July 4 The State of Qatar has affirmed keenness to enhance its cooperation with the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) and support it in fulfilling its mandate with regard to providing technical assistance and capacity building. This came in the State of Qatar’s statement delivered by […]
MIL-OSI Video: What’s Next for China’s Economy & 5 Exciting Technologies of 2025 | WEF | Top Stories of the Week
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements) This week’s top stories of the week include: 0:15 What’s next for China’s Economy – As AI surges and global trade dynamics shift, how can China balance breakthrough tech with inclusive economic growth? Three experts offer insights on trade, technology and jobs in China’s evolving landscape. 3:56 Can AI […]
MIL-OSI: Bitcoin Solaris Introduces Mobile Mining for Quick Wealth Building
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) TALLINN, Estonia, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a major leap for crypto accessibility, Bitcoin Solaris is introducing mobile mining through its upcoming Solaris Nova app allowing users to earn crypto directly from their smartphones, laptops, or desktops. Designed to eliminate the traditional barriers of mining, Bitcoin Solaris requires no expensive […]
MIL-OSI: Little Pepe Surpasses $3.7M in Presale as Investors Rush Toward the Most Promising EVM Layer 2 Meme Coin of 2025
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, July 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Little Pepe has surged past $3.7 million in presale funding, capturing the attention of crypto investors as one of the most promising EVM-compatible Layer 2 meme coins of 2025. Combining the viral power of meme culture with real blockchain infrastructure, the project […]
MIL-OSI Security: FORMER EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE RESIDENT SENTENCED TO FEDERAL PRISON FOR CHILD PORN CRIMES
Source: Office of United States Attorneys PENSACOLA, FLORIDA – Daniel R. McCaffrey, 41, formerly of Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, was sentenced to 35 years in federal prison for the transportation of child pornography, possession of child pornography, and abusive sexual contact with a minor female who had not yet reached 12 years of age. The […]
MIL-OSI Africa: Rio de Janeiro gears up for BRICS Summit
Source: Government of South Africa By Gabi Khumalo Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – All eyes are on Rio de Janeiro, Brazil as the city prepares to welcome Heads of State and delegations from across the world for the 17th BRICS Summit. The Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa (BRICS) nations will converge in the metro […]
PM Modi arrives in Argentina, first bilateral visit by an Indian PM in 57 years
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on Friday evening, on a two-day visit of his five-nation tour, that aims to reinforce India’s engagements with the Global South and focus on strengthening ties with the South American country. He was accorded a ceremonial welcome […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: ‘Hate speech is poison in the well of society,’ says Guterres
Source: United Nations MIL OSI “It is an alarm bell: the louder it rings, the greater the threat of genocide,” he warned. As part of its core mission to combat hatred, discrimination, racism and inequality, the UN is stepping up efforts to challenge hate speech wherever it arises. “Hate speech is poison in the well […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Seminar for SCO countries on educational institutions management concludes in Shenyang
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News SHENYANG, July 5 (Xinhua) — A seminar on educational institution management for Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) countries concluded in Shenyang, capital of northeast China’s Liaoning Province, on […]
MIL-OSI United Nations: Health, education, opportunity at stake, amid stubborn digital gender divide
Source: United Nations 4 Closing this gap is not optional. There were 189 million fewer women than men online in 2024. The disparity is about more than access, it reflects deeper systemic barriers, according to Doreen Bogdan-Martin who heads the UN telecommunications agency, ITU. “That’s too many missed opportunities to learn, to earn and […]
Source: US National Education Union
By: National Education Association
Published: July 5, 2025
Good day NEA! Standing before you today is the daughter of Afro-Caribbean West Indian parents from St. Thomas, Virgin Islands — a mother who was a floor nurse and later a graduate of John Hopkins who became a public health administrator and a father who is an alumnus of Hampton University, an HBCU in Hampton, Virginia, and later with the GI Bill, an alumnus of Howard University Law School, now a retired judge emeritus. “Das who I fah.”
A saying I grew up with comes from my Dad who believes and still says, “Nothing is so complicated that it cannot be simplified by hard work,” and I thank God each day that I get to do this hard work. As someone in recent political history has said, “hard work is good work!”
So, who am I?
I’m an Afro-Caribbean West Indian woman from St. Thomas, V.I. who graduated from Charlotte Amalie High School at 16 years old, then attended Hampton University as a physics major on a music scholarship, played clarinet, became a section leader in the HU Marching Pirates, and performed in the Rose Bowl parade;
Who graduated from Hampton U with a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and a master’s degree in Applied Mathematics, then interned for two years at the NASA Langley Research Center in Langley, Virginia, in the field of unsteady aerodynamics where I created and ran computer programs for the wind tunnel calculations; not knowing that my path followed in the footsteps of Black women such as Dorothy Vaughan, Katherine Goble Johnson, and Mary Jackson, the Hidden Figures;
Who got called out of programming & research into the field of teaching & learning and has been an Associate Professor of Mathematics for the past 25 years and will be starting my 26th year this fall semester;
Who stands on the shoulders and graves of so, so many who came before me and many others of my generation; the ancestors who took action for me, advocated for me at a time when basic rights were not granted to people who looked like me, “speak wid ah accent” like me, or wear their hair like me.
Who am I? My brothers, sisters, and kin, I am Teresa M. Hodge, your 2025 Higher Educator of the Year, and I will continue to fight, advocate, and act for the rights of all educators, but especially for our higher education professionals, and I humbly accept this recognition to represent higher education for the upcoming year. I will boldly and unapologetically shine the light of truth where there are lies and use my voice to bring awareness to and for higher ed issues across this nation.
May we all learn to build the same kind of resilience our ancestors did as we face of our current adversities; may we endeavor to build our power through allyship with our community partners, and may we continue to fight for the respect we deserve as professionals in our respective fields regardless of our classifications. We must remain true to who we are and NEVER EVER diminish our light and its brightness because how else can we light a path for those who will come behind us?
Before closing, I humbly ask, as the cat mom to seven rescues, that when adding a fur baby to your human family, please consider the option of adopting a rescue pet to clear the shelters and give these pets a loving “furever” home.
I close with the following words from Sam Cooke:
I was born by the river in a little tent
Oh, and just like the river I’ve been running ever since
It’s been a long, a long time coming
But I know a change gon’ come, oh yes it will
Then I go to my brother
And I say brother, help me please
But he winds up knocking me back down on my knees
Oooh there’ve been times that I thought I couldn’t last for long
But now I think I’m able to carry on
It’s been a long, a long time coming
But I know a change gon’ come, oh yes it will
Thank you!
Translation. Region: Russian Federal
Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.
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During a working visit to Krasnoyarsk Krai, Dmitry Chernyshenko assessed the infrastructure of the Institute of Physics of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences
During a working visit to Krasnoyarsk Krai, Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko assessed the infrastructure of the Institute of Physics of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences and, together with Krasnoyarsk Krai Governor Mikhail Kotyukov, spoke with scientists.
The Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences in Krasnoyarsk has youth laboratories where specialists conduct applied research within the framework of state and commercial orders. The main customers are enterprises interested in the latest technical solutions.
The Deputy Prime Minister noted the demand for such research and development among companies. Over three years, from 2023 to 2025, youth laboratories of the Kirensky Institute of Physics of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences attracted more than 800 million rubles in extra-budgetary funding – this is a high figure.
Krasnoyarsk scientists presented research conducted by youth laboratories to improve the quality of Russian communications satellites. This includes upgrading onboard antennas, improving payloads, and studying metasurfaces.
On the campus of the Siberian Federal University (SFU), Dmitry Chernyshenko and Mikhail Kotyukov discussed preparations for the World Youth Festival forum in Krasnoyarsk in 2026. The forum will bring together 10,000 delegates aged 14 to 35, half of whom will be foreign guests. SFU will be the main venue for the forum. The goal of such events is to demonstrate Russia’s capabilities and potential in the field of international youth cooperation.
In 2024, Krasnoyarsk Krai was already one of 30 subjects of the Russian Federation where events of the regional program of the World Youth Festival were held, which took place in the federal territory of Sirius in Sochi. Then the region received delegations from 21 countries. Krasnoyarsk was visited, in particular, by representatives of Spain, Argentina, Turkey, Indonesia, Egypt, Mexico, Congo, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan.
Dmitry Chernyshenko assessed the work of the Regional Coordination Center of Krasnoyarsk Krai, where data from various state information systems is received in real time.
The Deputy Prime Minister also visited the Holy Dormition Monastery and its cultural center.
In addition, Dmitry Chernyshenko held a working meeting with the President of the Russian Student Sports Union Sergey Kryukov. During it, they discussed the development of youth sports. The Deputy Prime Minister noted the importance of this work for achieving the goal set by President Vladimir Putin – to involve 70% of Russian citizens in systematic physical education and sports by 2030.
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Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
GUANGZHOU, July 5 — Chinese Vice Premier Liu Guozhong has called for accelerating sci-tech innovation in the fields of agriculture and healthcare, and enhancing the independent innovation capabilities of medicines and medical devices.
Liu, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks during a research trip to south China’s Guangdong Province from Thursday to Saturday.
He emphasized that it is essential to focus on the urgent needs of the industry and target key areas such as seed industry, agricultural machinery, forage, and planting and breeding technologies.
Liu called for speeding up the transformation of agricultural sci-tech achievements, actively supporting the intelligent agriculture, vigorously developing the deep processing of agricultural products, and strengthening the employment guidance and skills training to help the people who have been lifted out of poverty and rural workers maintain stable employment.
Efforts should also be made to encourage enterprises, hospitals and research institutions to focus on the cutting-edge and “bottleneck” technologies of medicines and medical devices and strengthen the in-depth integration of industry, academia, research and application, Liu said.
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
RIO DE JANEIRO, July 5 — Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday to attend the 17th BRICS Summit upon invitation.
Brazil, the rotating chair of BRICS, will hold the summit from July 6 to 7.
Li will also pay an official visit to Egypt from July 9 to 10 at the invitation of Prime Minister Mostafa Kamal Madbouly.
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments
Up to 1,000 Best Start Family Hubs to be rolled out across the country to provide wide-ranging help for families, such as parenting and early development.
Parents across the country will benefit from greater support to make family life easier on their doorstep, as the government rolls out ‘Best Start Family Hubs’ across every local authority – relieving pressure on parents and giving half a million more children the very best start in life.
Postcodes shouldn’t dictate the support available, but one in four families with children under five cannot access local children’s centres or Family Hubs, rising to one in three lower income families. This means thousands of parents cut off from vital community support networks and specialist services – left to navigate the challenges of parenthood alone – as well as a devastating impact on children’s life chances, with early development, wellbeing and future attainment all in jeopardy.
Best Start Family Hubs will act as a one stop shop for parents seeking a range of support, including on difficulty breastfeeding, housing issues or children’s early development and language, reassuring families that they have convenient access to support in their local area or can be efficiently connected to specialist local services.
Rolling out in every local authority by April 2026, Hubs will offer interventions and courses which work for parents – such as stay and play groups which help parents connect or sessions which help manage children’s emotional needs – while providing a single point of access for services across health, education, and wellbeing.
Backed by over £500 million, the rollout will help transform the existing Family Hubs and Start for Life programme and create up to 1,000 hubs across the country by the end of 2028. This includes areas currently without any access to support hubs – from Warrington and Leeds to Reading and Somerset.
Sure Start revolutionised family and community services, with research showing that children who lived within a short distance of a Sure Start centre for their first five years were 0.9 percentage points more likely to achieve five good GCSEs at grades age 16.
Plans launched today will draw on lessons learned from the legacy programme, as well as build on infrastructure from the current Family Hubs and Start for Life programme. It complements work already underway to make family life easier and alleviate the burden on parents, including by expanding government-funded childcare to 30-hours, increasing the reach of school-based nurseries, and rolling out free breakfast clubs in every primary school to support working parents.
Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson said:
It’s the driving mission of this government to break the link between a child’s background and what they go on to achieve – our new Best Start Family Hubs will put the first building blocks of better life chances in place for more children.
I saw firsthand how initiatives like Sure Start helped level the playing field in my own community, transforming the lives of children by putting in place family support in the earliest years of life, and as part of our Plan for Change, we’re building on its legacy for the next generation of children.
Making sure hard-working parents are able to benefit from more early help is a promise made, and promise kept – delivering a lifeline of consistent support across the nation, ensuring health, social care and education work in unison to ensure all children get the very best start in life.
Hubs will also act as a ‘front door’ to local family help workers for vulnerable families – providing a single point of entry to join-up universal services and children’s social care, ensuring early help before issues escalate.
This forms a key plank of the government’s direction setting ‘Giving Every Child the Best Start in Life’ strategy to be published tomorrow, making sure parents don’t have to battle complex systems to access basic parenting, health and family services.
Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting said:
Every child – no matter their background – deserves the best start in life. I know what it’s like to grow up in a family where work is low-paid and insecure, and I know the power of a good support network.
That’s why, as part of our Plan for Change, rolling out these Best Start Family Hubs are so vital – one stop shops offering parents not only crucial connections with other families but also the health, education and wellbeing support they need.
By bringing together early support services and investing £500 million in children’s development, we’re taking preventative action that will improve lives and reduce pressure on the NHS – a key part of our 10 Year Health Plan.
Best Start Family Hubs will help families with services like:
To further streamline the path to support, a new Best Start digital service will also be launched to enable parents to access evidence-based guidance within seconds.
The digital platform will provide advice on a range of topics and connect parents to their local Best Start Family Hub, as well as link to the NHS App – making sure these services are at the centre of every community, whether on- or off-line.
Anna Feuchtwang, CEO, National Children’s Bureau
The Prime Minister’s Plan for Change set out his ambition to improve outcomes in early childhood. Now the government has put its money where its mouth is and committed to rolling out Best Start Family Hubs in every local authority.
With indications of a funding boost for babies and young children already included in the 10 Year Health plan, I am delighted to see children and families being given clear priority in government spending decisions. We hope to see a similar priority being given to the early years workforce in the Best Start in Life Strategy published tomorrow.”
It comes as the government has already confirmed it will launch a new data tool for schools to assess whether there is more they can do in reception year to get children ready for year 1, and that every council will be expected to play its part with an individual statutory target for school readiness in their area.
The Hubs will be open to all, making a particular difference to the most vulnerable families and helping tackle the stain of child poverty ahead of the ambitious strategy due to be launched by the government’s Child Poverty Taskforce.
‘Giving Every Child the Best Start in Life’ also outlines the key role local authorities will play to drive improvements in the number of children achieving a good level of development by 5 years old.
Local authorities will build on their existing work with families, young children and babies, to develop ambitious local plans for meeting their 2028 target.
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