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  • MIL-OSI Europe: European Court of Human Rights: Russia responsible for downing of flight MH17

    Source: Government of the Netherlands

    News item | 09-07-2025 | 11:57

    On 9 July 2025 the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) held that Russia is responsible for the downing of flight MH17 and for the deaths of everyone on board, including 196 Dutch nationals. Russia is also responsible for the additional suffering caused to the next of kin, owing to its continued denial of any involvement and its obstruction of the investigations into the downing of the aircraft. The judgment is an important step on the road to justice.

    ECtHR and flight MH17

    In 2020 the Netherlands submitted an inter-State application to the ECtHR regarding Russia’s responsibility for the downing of flight MH17 on 17 July 2014 over eastern Ukraine. All 298 people on board were killed, including 196 Dutch nationals.

    The ECtHR’s judgment

    This is the second time in a short period that it has been established at international level that Russia violated international law when it downed flight MH17. The ECtHR ruled in the Netherlands’ favour in regard to Russia’s violation of four human rights, as laid down in the European Convention on Human Rights:

    • Russia is responsible for the downing of flight MH17 and the deaths of everyone on board (Article 2, right to life, substantive).
    • Russia did not perform an adequate investigation of its own, and did not cooperate sufficiently with requests for information submitted by the Netherlands and the Joint Investigation Team (Article 2, right to life, procedural).
    • Russia’s lack of cooperation and continued denial of any involvement in the downing of flight MH17 caused the next of kin additional suffering (Article 3, prohibition of torture and inhuman treatment).
    • Russia did not provide the next of kin with any legal remedy (Article 13, right to an effective remedy).

    Minister of Foreign Affairs Caspar Veldkamp: ‘The judgment of the European Court of Human Rights is crystal clear: Russia is responsible for the downing of flight MH17 and for the deaths of everyone on board, including 196 Dutch nationals. This confirms what we have known and felt all along, and is an important step on the road to justice.

    Russia is also responsible for additional suffering caused to the next of kin, due to its continued denial of any involvement and lack of cooperation. Nothing can take away the grief and suffering, but I hope that this outcome brings a sense of justice and acknowledgement.’

    Next steps

    Up until now, the proceedings before the ECtHR have been focused on establishing the human rights violations concerned. Now that these have been established, the ECtHR can determine the consequences of the violations and the damages payable. Throughout this process, the Netherlands will remain in close contact with the next of kin about potential damages.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Warrington Borough Council: Letter to Chief Executive (9 July 2025)

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    Correspondence

    Warrington Borough Council: Letter to Chief Executive (9 July 2025)

    Letter to the interim Chief Executive outlining the Secretary of State’s intervention package at Warrington Borough Council.

    Applies to England

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    Warrington Borough Council: Letter to Chief Executive (9 July 2025)

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    A copy of the letter from James Blythe, Deputy Director, Local Government Stewardship and Interventions to Steve Park, Interim Chief Executive of Warrington Borough Council, detailing the decision by the Secretary of State to intervene and appoint Ministerial Envoys to the Council under section 15(5) and 15(6) of the Local Government Act 1999.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Warrington Borough Council: Directions made under the Local Government Act 1999 (9 July 2025)

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    Correspondence

    Warrington Borough Council: Directions made under the Local Government Act 1999 (9 July 2025)

    Directions made under section 15(5) and (6) of the Local Government Act 1999 in respect to the intervention at Warrington Borough Council (9 July 2025).

    Applies to England

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    Warrington Borough Council: Directions made under the Local Government Act 1999 (9 July 2025)

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    A document setting out the Directions made under Section 15(5) and (6) of the Local Government Act 1999 in respect of Warrington Borough Council.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Warrington Borough Council: Explanatory Memorandum (9 July 2025)

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    Correspondence

    Warrington Borough Council: Explanatory Memorandum (9 July 2025)

    Explanatory Memorandum to the Directions made under sections 15(5) and (6) of the Local Government Act 1999 in respect of Warrington Borough Council on 9 July 2025.

    Applies to England

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    Warrington Borough Council: Explanatory Memorandum (9 July 2025)

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    The Explanatory Memorandum to the Directions made under section 15(5) and (6) of the Local Government Act 1999 in respect of Warrington Borough Council. It summarises the circumstances in which the Secretary of State has made the Directions, the reasons for this exercise of powers, and the implications of the Directions for this Authority.

    This Memorandum was issued on 9 July 2025 to reflect the Directions to the Council following the announcement of the statutory intervention.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Warrington Borough Council: Representation

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    Correspondence

    Warrington Borough Council: Representation

    Representation from Warrington Borough Council in response to the proposed intervention package announced by the Minister for Local Government and English Devolution on 8 May 2025.

    Applies to England

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    Warrington Borough Council: Representation

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    Written representation to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government from Warrington Borough Council setting out the Council’s view on the Secretary of State’s intervention proposal of 8 May 2025, provided in line with section 15(9) of the Local Government Act 1999.​

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Warrington Borough Council: Ministerial Envoy appointment letters

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    Correspondence

    Warrington Borough Council: Ministerial Envoy appointment letters

    Copies of the letters confirming Ministerial Envoys’ appointments at Warrington Borough Council.

    Applies to England

    Documents

    Warrington Borough Council: Envoy appointment letter (Sir Stephen Houghton)

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    Warrington Borough Council: Envoy appointment letter (Harry Catherall)

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    Warrington Borough Council: Envoy appointment letter (Carolyn Williamson)

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    Warrington Borough Council: Envoy appointment letter (Phil Brookes)

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    Copies of the letters from James Blythe, Deputy Director, Local Government Stewardship and Interventions at the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government to:

    • Sir Stephen Houghton confirming their appointment as Ministerial Envoy at Warrington Borough Council
    • Harry Catherall confirming their appointment as Ministerial Envoy at Warrington Borough Council
    • Carolyn Williamson confirming their appointment as Ministerial Envoy at Warrington Borough Council
    • Phil Brookes confirming their appointment as Ministerial Envoy at Warrington Borough Council

    The letters confirm Envoys’ roles and responsibilities, established by the Directions issued under section 15(5) and (6) of the Local Government Act 1999.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Woman prosecuted for illegally subletting Birmingham council home

    Source: City of Birmingham

    A former Birmingham City Council tenant has been fined and lost her council home after pleading guilty to unlawfully subletting.

    Ms Strauja advertised her council home to rent on social media; she told her sub-tenant that she owned the council property and was moving out to live with her partner.

    Birmingham City Council was alerted to the situation when Ms Strauja gave her sub-tenant notice to leave, and the tenant reported themselves as homeless.

    On 24 August 2023, Ms Strauja pleaded guilty at Birmingham Magistrates’ Court to one offence of unlawfully subletting a council property and one associated Council Tax fraud offence.

    Ms Strauja was fined £100 for the sub-letting offence, was ordered to pay £900 in unlawfully obtained profits as a result of sub-letting the property and a £40 victim surcharge.

    At a hearing on 20 May 2025, at Birmingham County Court, Ms Strauja stated that she regretted her actions and understood that she had broken the terms and conditions of her tenancy agreement, but wanted to remain in the property as private rental prices were high. 

    It was pointed out that by unlawfully subletting the property, Ms Strauja had automatically broken the security of her tenancy and that this cannot be restored. The District Judge therefore granted a possession order for the property and a payment plan to recover the outstanding occupancy charges. Ms Strauja’s tenancy ended on 8 June 2025.

    Councillor Nicky Brennan, cabinet member for housing and homelessness, said: 

    “The fabric of our society is based on having a good home. It is fundamental to people’s sense of place, health and wellbeing.

    “To sublet one of our homes deprives people of a much-needed home – we will not tolerate it and will use the full extent of the law to root out people abusing the system.

    “There are 25,000 people on the housing register in Birmingham waiting for a good and safe home.

    “We hope this acts as a warning for tenants considering subletting a council property. If you sublet a property, you can receive a criminal record, potentially face imprisonment, be fined, and be ordered to repay the money you earned.

    “Once you’ve sublet a council property, you’ve automatically broken the security of tenure, and that cannot be restored – you will lose the property.

    “We urge all residents to respect council homes and report suspected fraud. Together, we can ensure fair provision of social housing.”

    People who suspect someone of unlawfully subletting a council home can report this online via report a fraud.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: BMA resident doctor ballot outcome

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments 2

    Correspondence

    BMA resident doctor ballot outcome

    The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care writes to the co-chairs of the BMA Resident Doctor Committee.

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    The Rt Hon Wes Streeting MP writes to Dr Melissa Ryan and Dr Ross Nieuwoudt, co-chairs of the BMA Resident Doctor Committee, following the BMA resident doctor ballot outcome.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Slough Borough Council: Ministerial response to the Commissioners’ sixth report

    Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements

    Correspondence

    Slough Borough Council: Ministerial response to the Commissioners’ sixth report

    Letter from Baroness Taylor of Stevenage, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Housing and Local Government, in response to the Commissioners’ sixth report.

    Applies to England

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    Slough Borough Council: Ministerial response to the Commissioners’ sixth report

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    A copy of the letter from Baroness Taylor of Stevenage, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Housing and Local Government to the Slough Commissioners in response to their sixth report. The Minister highlights the scale of the remaining challenges facing the Council and makes clear that progress on the intervention should continue at pace.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: London Borough of Tower Hamlets: Ministerial response to Ministerial Envoys’ first report

    Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements

    Correspondence

    London Borough of Tower Hamlets: Ministerial response to Ministerial Envoys’ first report

    Letter from Baroness Taylor of Stevenage, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, in response to the Ministerial Envoys’ first report.

    Applies to England

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    London Borough of Tower Hamlets: Ministerial response to Ministerial Envoys’ first report

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    A copy of the letter from Baroness Taylor of Stevenage, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, to the Tower Hamlets Ministerial Envoys in response to their first report. The Minister notes the progress made in the intervention, but shares the Ministerial Envoys’ concerns that wholesale political and staff buy-in and involvement in the Council’s improvement journey is not yet in place. Ministers have not ruled out the possibility of further actions being taken in the future should the Council not make the necessary steps over the coming months to collaborate meaningfully with the Ministerial Envoys and to proactively drive its own improvement.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: London Borough of Tower Hamlets: Letter to the Chief Executive (9 July 2025)

    Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements

    Correspondence

    London Borough of Tower Hamlets: Letter to the Chief Executive (9 July 2025)

    Letter to the London Borough of Tower Hamlets’ Chief Executive on the publication of the Ministerial Envoys’ first report.

    Applies to England

    Documents

    London Borough of Tower Hamlets: Letter to the Chief Executive (9 July 2025)

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    A copy of the letter from James Blythe, Deputy Director, Local Government Stewardship and Intervention to Stephen Halsey, Chief Executive at the London Borough of Tower Hamlets regarding publication of the Ministerial Envoys’ first report.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Mongolia hosts event to promote culture and tourism in Chinese cities of Enshi and Huangshan

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    ULAN BATOR, July 9 (Xinhua) — An event titled “Hello, China!” to promote the culture and tourism of Enshi (central China’s Hubei Province) and Huangshan (east China’s Anhui Province) was held at the China Cultural Center in Ulan Bator on Wednesday.

    The current event was organized with the assistance of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the People’s Republic of China and the Chinese Embassy in Mongolia.

    Mongolian airline Hunnu Airlines recently officially launched two charter tourist flights from Ulaanbaatar to Enshi and Huangshan.

    Speaking at the event, Li Zhi, Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Mongolia and Director of the China Cultural Center in Ulaanbaatar, said that the launch of the two charter flights is an important achievement of China-Mongolia tourism cooperation and another milestone in the cultural exchange between the two countries. These routes not only open up a convenient “sky Silk Road” for Mongolian tourists, but also allow Mongolian friends to see the mysterious landscapes in China. “We believe that these two routes will become “new bonds” of China-Mongolia friendship, allowing more Mongolians to experience the charm of China’s nature and culture,” he added.

    For his part, General Director of Mongolian airline Hunnu Air LLC Purevjalyn Munkhjargal noted that with the increase in the number of flights between the two countries, people-to-people exchanges will become closer and the friendly relations between China and Mongolia will continue to deepen. “I have personally walked these two tourist routes, the local landscapes and cultural traditions are unforgettable,” he added.

    At the event, representatives from tourism agencies in Enshi and Huangshan showcased the unique natural wonders and cultural traditions of the two places through short films and photo exhibitions. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI: Triskell Software Launches ‘Ready Suite’ to Accelerate Strategic Execution for Enterprises Worldwide

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    MADRID, July 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Triskell Software, a leading European provider of cloud-based Project Portfolio Management (PPM) solutions, today announced the global launch of the Triskell Ready Suite, a set of preconfigured, business-function-focused solutions designed to help enterprises accelerate strategic execution in today’s fast-moving business environment.

    The Ready Suite marks a significant expansion of Triskell’s core platform capabilities, offering organizations rapid deployment options for key areas such as IT governance, new product development, project portfolio management, and strategic portfolio management. The release enables clients to achieve measurable value faster—without lengthy implementations or complex customization processes.

    “Enterprises are under pressure to move quickly without compromising strategic alignment,” said Angel Garcia Triskell Software, CEO, as spokesperson. “The Ready Suite gives customers a head start—combining the depth of our PPM platform with industry best practices built-in.”

    Triskell’s SaaS-based platform has been widely adopted by PMOs, CIOs, and executive leadership teams in industries including manufacturing, finance, insurance, and the public sector. With full support for Agile, hybrid, and waterfall methodologies, the platform is ideal for organizations navigating complex, cross-functional initiatives.

    The launch of the Triskell Ready Suite reflects growing global demand for scalable, flexible solutions that support enterprise transformation. Triskell clients now benefit from a faster onboarding experience while retaining the full configurability and strategic visibility the platform is known for.

    This product expansion follows a period of steady global growth for Triskell Software, with strong traction across Europe, North America, and Latin America. The company was recently recognized in the Gartner Market Guide for Enterprise Agile Planning Tools (2025) and the Forrester Strategic Portfolio Management Tools Report, underscoring its leadership in the PPM and agile transformation space.

    About Triskell Software
    Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Madrid, Triskell Software provides a flexible, enterprise-grade platform for managing strategy, project portfolios, resources, and financials—all in one place. Triskell helps organizations improve decision-making and accelerate value delivery by aligning execution with business goals. Learn more at www.triskellsoftware.com.

    Media Contact

    Company Name: Triskell Software
    Contact Person: Ignacio Carrasco
    Email: media@triskellsoftware.com
    Address: Calle Tellez 58, Madrid, Spain
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    Website: https://triskellsoftware.com

    Disclaimer: This press release is provided by the Triskell Software. The statements, views, and opinions expressed in this content are solely those of the content provider and do not necessarily reflect the views of media publisher.

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/d7e17541-5f4c-4dd1-ac58-603ee9a556a3

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Two non-executive directors appointed

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments 2

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    Two non-executive directors appointed

    The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero announces 2 new Non-Executive Board members.

    A new Lead Non-Executive Board Member, Ravi Gurumurthy, and a Non-Executive Board Member, Sue Ferns, have been appointed at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ). 

    The new board members will provide independent advice, support and challenge on the department’s work, as it drives forward its mission for clean power. They bring a range of experience across the public and private sectors, alongside a wealth of knowledge on ensuring a prosperous net zero bringing new investment and thousands of jobs. 

    Ravi Gurumurthy is the Chief Executive of Nesta, the UK’s innovation foundation, which designs, tests and scale solutions to society’s biggest challenges from sustainability to health. Ravi has had an extensive career in innovation and government, including leading on the world’s first legally binding climate legislation. 

    Sue Ferns is Senior Deputy General Secretary at Prospect, responsible for the union’s work across the energy, science, climate and environment sectors. Sue is also a member of the Trade Union Congress (TUC) Executive Committee, where she leads the General Council on energy, environment and sustainability. She also represents the TUC on the Net Zero Council, a partnership between government, business and civil society which supports delivery of the clean energy superpower mission. 

    Energy Secretary Ed Miliband said: 

    Ravi and Sue are two of the foremost figures in the clean energy sector and their extensive knowledge and experience will be an invaluable asset to the department as we deliver our mission as part of the Plan for Change, bringing energy security, lower bills and good jobs for the nation.

    Ravi Gurumurthy said: 

    I’m delighted to join DESNZ at a critical time for the delivery of its mission.  We are seeing huge innovation in our energy system, with new technologies and business models emerging. In the coming weeks, I look forward to working with colleagues across the department to reduce bills, improve energy security, and support economic growth as we make the transition to net zero.

    Sue Ferns said: 

    Clean power will bring thousands of good, long-term jobs, for a diverse and skilled workforce, so I am pleased to be able to join DESNZ at this crucial time to support the delivery of its mission.

    Ravi and Sue have been appointed for 3 years, from 1 May 2025. They join existing Non-Executive Board Member Vikas Shah.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Solid Bank has joined the implementation of the Long-Term Savings Program

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Solid Bank – Solid Bank –

    An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Solid Bank, together with its partner JSC NPF GAZFOND Pension Savings, has launched a unique savings product – the Long-Term Savings Program. The program was developed by the Bank of Russia and the Ministry of Finance on behalf of the President of the Russian Federation. With it, citizens will be able to create capital or a financial cushion with state support. Savings are formed through personal contributions, state co-financing and the fund’s investment income.

    The long-term savings program has the following benefits for depositors:

    • State support in the form of cash contributions of up to 36,000₽/year for 10 years.

    • Possibility of receiving a tax deduction in the amount of 13%-22% of the amount of contributions paid, not exceeding 400,000₽/year. That is, the client can receive about 52,000-88,000₽/year. This depends on the annual income of the depositor and the personal income tax rate applied to his income.

    • Savings are insured by the Deposit Insurance Agency. Personal savings contributions and investment income on them are insured in the amount of up to 2.8 million ₽. And pension savings transferred from the OPS, additional incentive contributions (state co-financing) and investment income on these funds are fully insured, without any limitation on the amount.

    • There are no mandatory contributions – replenishment is optional.

    • Payments are not taxed if the contract was in effect for at least 5 years, the participant had no more than 3 contracts at the same time, the amount of payments exceeds the amount of contributions by no more than 30 million ₽ for each contract in each tax period.

    • Low risk level.

    • Legal protection from claims of third parties.

    • Possibility to appoint a successor.

    • A minimum guaranteed return is established for the first 3 years of the contract.

    • Possibility of transferring pension savings under the OPS to the PDS.

    Who is eligible for the program?

    The program is available for all ages: from youth to seniors, from 18 to 69 years old.

    What purposes is the program suitable for?

    • Creating capital for future large purchases or a financial cushion.

    • Increase your existing capital with minimal risks.

    • Investing with minimal risks.

    • Protection of savings with minimal risks.

    • Ensuring financial stability now or in the future.

    How does the program work?

    – You need to make a down payment of 30,000₽.

    – You can top up your account at any time with an amount from 1000₽.

    – You receive state co-financing – 36,000₽/year.

    – Apply for and receive additional tax benefits.

    – Choose a payment format that is convenient for you – one-time or regular.

    For the convenience of clients, online services have been developed that allow you to track the status of your account in the PDS, top it up without a commission via the SBP, and receive the necessary package for processing a tax deduction.

    For detailed consultation and registration, please contact Solid Bank offices.

    Registration of PDS is available throughout the Bank’s network in: Almetyevsk, Blagoveshchensk, Vladivostok, Yekaterinburg, Elizovo, Izhevsk, Irkutsk, Kazan, Krasnoyarsk, Moscow, Novosibirsk, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, St. Petersburg, Tula, Ufa, Khabarovsk, Yakutsk.

     

    JSC Solid Bank. General license of the Central Bank of the Russian Federation No. 1329.

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    8 800 775 56 06 (free call within Russia)

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: HALO Award 2025 winner announced

    Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements

    News story

    HALO Award 2025 winner announced

    Anna McLoughlin Fine Jewellery wins the Hallmarking Awareness and Learning Online (HALO) Award 2025.

    The British Hallmarking Council (BHC) is delighted to learn that Anna McLoughlin Fine Jewellery has been awarded the prestigious Hallmarking Awareness and Learning Online (HALO) Award for 2025, in recognition of her innovative work to engage customers with the importance of hallmarking and consumer protection in the jewellery sector.

    The HALO Award, established by the BHC in 2021, and now operating under the Assay Assured banner, a joint venture between the 4 assay offices of the UK (Birmingham, Edinburgh, London and Sheffield) is awarded annually. HALO recognises the UK-based jewellery business that uses their online platform in the most creative ways to leverage the added value that hallmarking provides, and to educate their audience on the meaning and importance of the hallmark.

    Anna McLoughlin, founder of Anna McLoughlin Fine Jewellery, said:

    I’m absolutely thrilled to have won the HALO award for a second time. I feel that hallmarking, and raising awareness of it amongst both my clients and fellow micro-businesses, is incredibly important. It adds prestige to a piece and is a legal guarantee that the quality of the metal is actually what I say it is!

    By law, all items described as being made from precious metals above certain weight limits must be hallmarked by one of the 4 UK Assay Offices. The hallmark confirms the metal’s purity, identifies the individual or business putting the item on the market, and ultimately protects both consumers and retailers from counterfeiting and false descriptions.

    The Chair of the British Hallmarking Council, Noel Hunter, said:

    I congratulate Anna McLoughlin Fine Jewellery on winning this year’s HALO Award and commend the extensive efforts undertaken to educate and protect the consumer by embedding hallmarking awareness into all aspects of the business.

    For more information on hallmarking, visit the British Hallmarking Council and Assay Assured websites.

    For more information about Anna McLoughlin Fine Jewellery, visit the Anna McLoughlin Fine Jewellery website.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: The Faculty of Information Technology of NSU has graduated the first master’s students of two new programs

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Novosibirsk State University –

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    Yesterday, the first Master’s students graduated from two new programs Faculty of Information Technology NSU, launched in 2023, are “Internet of Things” and “Artificial Intelligence and Data Science”. The programs are distinguished by their interdisciplinary nature and in-depth training, which allows solving a wide range of problems in in-demand IT areas.

    The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of physical objects that can be connected using various technologies and sensors to collect and analyze data. This data can be used to optimize processes, improve quality of life, and manage resources. The development of IoT opens up new opportunities for business, industry, transportation, healthcare, and many other areas. However, to realize all these opportunities and benefits, a qualified team of specialists is needed who have deep knowledge in a wide range of areas, from programming and data analytics to communications technology and security, and also understand the operation of the sensors themselves and the subject area in which they are used.

    — IoT is one of the trends in the development of modern IT. When preparing to create and design solutions for the Internet of Things, a master’s student must demonstrate a whole range of knowledge. Firstly, it is necessary to learn how to work in conditions of limited computing performance and electricity, since Internet of Things devices must provide a long battery life. Secondly, in order for your system to work, a computer is not enough, you must ensure the transfer of this data. Thirdly, where we deal with data, the task arises to ensure its safety and protection. I will give an example from the healthcare sector. We all know smart watches that measure the pulse, count the number of steps, etc. In order for them to perform tasks, for example, monitoring the health of the elderly, it is necessary to implement more complex Internet of Things tools. The question arises: since this is personal, medical data, it is necessary to provide for its correct protection. Thus, in order to work in the IoT field, you need to be able to solve a whole range of problems and be an expert in different sections of modern information technology. Within the framework of the new direction, we are training exactly such specialists, — the dean of the NSU FIT, Corresponding Member, spoke about the features of the program. RAS Mikhail Lavrentiev.

    The new program is also distinguished by the fact that during their studies, master’s students participate in the implementation of projects that are carried out on order or in cooperation with businesses working in the IoT area. Thus, the university’s partner in organizing the new master’s program was the company “Laboratory of the Internet of Things”, which develops ground equipment for satellite systems, as well as the company YADRO.

    Denis Enes, a graduate of the Master’s program “Internet of Things” at the NSU Institute of Information Technologies, shares his impressions of the training:

    – I graduated from the NSU FIT Bachelor’s degree program in Computer Science and Systems Engineering. At the same time, a new program appeared in the FIT Master’s program – Internet of Things. I wanted to study something new, so I applied. The workload was heavy, especially in the first year, so it was difficult to combine study and work. However, it was worth the effort: as a result, I acquired knowledge that was different from what I received in my Bachelor’s degree, so now I have more opportunities for further career development.

    In the second program, “Artificial Intelligence and Data Science,” students received the necessary knowledge to work with artificial intelligence. They learned to develop intelligent solutions by participating in real company projects, as well as to apply AI and Data Science technologies in information and analytical activities for a wide range of areas of the digital economy.

    — We have developed a program that allows our master’s students to understand what artificial intelligence is, what needs to be done to make its systems work, how to construct a database, how to estimate the size of the required hardware base that will support the system. So, now AI is increasingly penetrating into people’s everyday lives — these are solutions for automatic face recognition when entering an office or an entrance, recognizing car numbers to open a barrier, garage, etc. Such systems require a minimal hardware base. We are preparing students for the fact that it is necessary not only to build an artificial intelligence system, but to understand what is sufficient to solve a specific range of problems, — explained Mikhail Lavrentyev.

    The new educational program is actively supported by partners, including Postgres Professional, YADRO, institutes of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, and other companies.

    Graduates of the Artificial Intelligence and Data Science program talk about their learning experiences and future plans.

    Ilya Stetsky:

    — Studying on the program was very interesting and useful. If before admission I thought that neural networks were something narrow, then during the master’s program this area was presented more broadly, from different sides, I discovered different areas of AI application. In general, the training was comprehensive and deep. In the future, I plan to work in the field of real-time data stream processing.

    Chinese student Aisaiti Baishan:

    — I am very glad that I spent these two years in Akademgorodok! Before NSU, I studied at Chongqing University. I decided to enroll here because NSU is very famous in China, everyone knows that it has a high level of education, including in mathematics and IT, and professional teachers. I plan to return home to China and continue my postgraduate studies. I received my diploma and now I want to thank everyone for these two years at the university!

    Material prepared by: Varvara Frolkina, NSU press service

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Joint projects of SPbPU and KRSU: contribution to the development of scientific potential

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    Source: Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University –

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    Another working visit of the Polytechnic University delegation to the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University (KRSU) took place. This time, the participants discussed joint events aimed at developing the scientific potential of KRSU. The delegation of SPbPU included the head of the Project Office “Slavic Universities” Nikita Golovin, associate professor of the Higher Engineering Physics School of the Institute of Economics and Technology Viktor Malyugin, representatives of the Higher School of Hydraulic Engineering and Power Engineering of the Institute of Scientific Research – Professor Natalia Politaeva and Associate Professor Alexander Chusov, as well as the head of the Quality Control Department Maxim Dyuldin.

    The program of the visit focused on two main areas: the development of a comprehensive plan for the development of the High-Mountain Observatory of Atmospheric Physics of KRSU (VGOFAP) and the joint implementation of applied projects in the interests of KRSU’s industrial partner, Alliance Altyn LLC.

    The high-mountain observatory is located in the north-east of Kyrgyzstan and is a unique scientific laboratory conducting scientific research in the field of atmospheric physics, ecology, climate change, interaction of geospheres, geodynamics and seismology. To get acquainted with the scientific equipment and areas of research, the Polytechnic delegation visited the observatory and assessed the capabilities of the infrastructure.

    The Polytechnics also held a field meeting with the Vice-Rector for International, Scientific and Innovative Activities of KRSU and the Director of the Observatory Leonid Sverdlik, where they discussed the observatory’s development directions and possible applied projects. Dean German Lotsev, Deputy Dean for Research Natalia Ershova and Director of the Scientific and Technical Center Dmitry Glazunov participated in the meeting on behalf of KRSU. The Polytechnic representatives proposed solutions to problems aimed at maintaining a safe environmental situation in the Issyk-Kul Lake area and in Bishkek.

    In particular, they discussed a project to measure the parameters of dust aerosol flows (concentration, quantitative and granulometric composition of dust particles, direction and speed of dust flow transfer) based on the observatory, as well as dustiness within Bishkek (comparative diagnostics method). To do this, it is necessary to modernize the infrastructure and place additional equipment on the territory of KRSU in Bishkek. It is possible to use the existing mobile environmental laboratory of KRSU. The project will result in recommendations for improving the environmental situation. It is planned to involve specialists from the Civil Engineering Institute and the Institute of Electronics and Telecommunications in the work.

    The Polytechnic delegation visited the scientific station of the Russian Academy of Sciences in Bishkek, which conducts research into modern geodynamic processes as a basis for earthquake forecasting, seismological research based on the digital telemetry seismological network in the territory of the Bishkek forecasting polygon and a number of other works related to seismic processes in the region. For KRSU, the scientific center is a partner for student practices and internships, as well as in conducting scientific work, including jointly with the High-Mountain Observatory of Atmospheric Physics of KRSU.

    The station’s director, Anatoly Rybin, introduced the polytechnicians to the laboratories, main areas of work and results. SPbPU professor Viktor Malyugin shared with his Kyrgyz colleagues proposals for the implementation of a joint (with KRSU and the RAS) applied project to develop fiber-optic sensors for measuring seismic activity and predicting catastrophic situations. Its goal is to measure displacements and stress distribution in the Issyk-Ata fault area (Bishkek is located in a seismically dangerous region, and most of the city is in the 8-9-point zone). In the future, it will be possible to use the measurement results to predict seismic activity in the region. It is planned to involve specialists from the Institute of Electronics and Telecommunications and the Institute of Power Engineering.

    The final stage of the visit was an extended meeting of representatives of the two universities. The parties confirmed their interest in developing the infrastructure of the KRSU VGOFAP and implementing scientific and educational projects on its basis. The participants also discussed cooperation between the research groups of the universities and interaction with industrial partners. According to the roadmap of joint events of SPbPU—KRSU, by the end of 2025 they will develop a comprehensive plan for the development of the KRSU High-Mountain Observatory of Atmospheric Physics and determine the range of work, including the modernization of the scientific infrastructure.

    In addition, a meeting was held with the industrial partner of KRSU “Alyans Altyn” to coordinate joint projects. At the first stage, SPbPU specialists will participate in the implementation of developments in three areas:

    implementation of lean manufacturing principles to optimize processes, reduce losses and improve the efficiency of all departments (PISh CI SPbPU); automation and digitalization of production and management processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs and ensure transparency (Higher School of UKFS IKNK SPbPU); implementation of technologies and practices aimed at reducing the negative impact on the environment, based on environmental monitoring data (ISI SPbPU).

    The meeting participants discussed the conclusion of contracts for R&D, as well as the involvement of students and young scientists in applied developments and industrial projects. The polytechnics shared their experience of cooperation with large industrial companies and gave recommendations on contractual work with Alliance Altyn. The parties agreed to consider in more detail the issue of opening a specialized scientific and educational center at KRSU together with a partner company.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Proposed Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy

    Source: City of York

    City of York Council’s Executive will be asked to approve a new Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy for the council later this month, on 15 July.

    The strategy sets out the council’s approach to EDI, supporting the Council Plan priority on Equalities and Human Rights to provide equality of opportunity for all and ensure that residents and visitors can benefit from the city and its strengths.

    The development of the strategy is linked to other recent areas of action including the re-establishment of the Human Rights & Equalities Board, the council’s adoption of the Social Model of Disability and its Anti-Racism Action Plan and Gypsy and Traveller Action Plan.

    It also builds on the city’s designation and partnership working around York’s status as a City of Sanctuary, Human Rights City and pledge to be an Anti-Racist City, together with growing cross-partnership strengths in these areas.

    The strategy aims to help the council deliver services that are equally accessible to all customers; fulfil its obligations to consider how its work affects diverse communities and to reduce disadvantage for people with protected characteristics.

    The strategy also sets out the council’s approach to EDI in the workplace and will help guide staff in their day-to-day work.

    The draft strategy was updated in response to feedback from a public consultation earlier in the year, which received approximately 500 responses from residents and organisations.

    The consultation included dedicated focus groups with people with protected characteristics, including people with learning difficulties; older people; young adults; neurodivergent people; and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

    Of the responses received, one in five respondents reported having experienced or witnessed intolerance or discrimination from the council, with three out of four agreeing that the council’s services are accessible to all its communities.

    A draft action plan has been created on each of the key elements of the strategy to ensure timely and measurable progress is made.

    Councillor Katie Lomas, Executive Member for Finance, Performance, Major Projects, Human Rights, Equality and Inclusion, said:

    We want York to be a place that celebrates diversity and includes everybody in the life of the city by ensuring they have access to the same opportunities and experiences.

    “Equalities and Human Rights are a core commitment within our Council Plan. We’re committed to achieving continuous improvement and equity across all our services and functions.

    “While the results of the recent consultation show that we still have more work to do to ensure that all the members of York’s diverse communities feel seen and heard, we look forward to continuing to work with colleagues, partners, community groups and local people to tackle discrimination, harassment and victimisation in all its forms.”

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Lord Mayor of Leeds honours the sacrifices of First World War Leeds Pals

    Source: City of Leeds

    The Lord Mayor of Leeds paid tribute to the sacrifices of the First World War Leeds Pals battalion on Sunday (July 6 2025) at a wreath-laying ceremony to commemorate the start of the Battle of the Somme.

    Councillor Dan Cohen, the Lord Mayor of Leeds, together with the Lord Mayor’s Chaplain, Rabbi Anthony Gilbert, who was acting as consort for the day, attended the remembrance event at the Leeds Pals memorial to mark the sacrifices of the servicemen who died at the Somme in 1916.

    The Leeds Pals memorial, located at Colsterdale near Ripon, was erected in 1934 in recognition of the survivors, relatives and friends of the 15th Battalion West Yorkshire (Leeds Pals), and marks the site of the battalion’s first camp in September 1914. 

    The upkeep of the memorial is funded by Leeds City Council and the Lord Mayor of Leeds is annually invited to lay a wreath at a service organised by the Royal British Legion. This year’s service was led by Father David Pickett, Leeds Royal British Legion Group Chaplain.

    The First World War pals were specially constituted battalions of the British Army comprising men who enlisted together in local recruiting drives, with the promise that they would be able to serve alongside their friends, neighbours and colleagues. 

    The Leeds Pals, officially known as the 15th Battalion (1st Leeds), The Prince of Wales’s Own (West Yorkshire Regiment), was formed in the city from September 1914. Landing in France in March 1916, following service in Egypt, the battalion was thrown into action from the first day of the Battle of the Somme on July 1, 1916, sustaining 528 casualties within minutes of zero hour. 

    Rabbi Anthony Gilbert, The Lord Mayor’s Chaplain, was especially honoured and touched to be in attendance, saying: “My own great uncle was one of those valiant warriors who fell in battle at the young age of 21 with so many others who hailed from the Leylands.”

    The Lord Mayor of Leeds, Councillor Dan Cohen, said: “It is so important that, as Lord Mayor, I make this journey, as have previous Lord Mayors, to lay a wreath and remember the service and sacrifice of these young Leeds men, who made the ultimate sacrifice in service of their country. 

    “As the years pass it is all too easy to overlook this chapter of history – but each year we renew a pledge that we must stand by … we will remember them.”

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: New strategy approved for city centre car parking A comprehensive new strategy has been approved to guide the future of car parking in Lancaster city centre to maintain the number of spaces available to support local businesses and the economy.

    Source: City of Lancaster

    A comprehensive new strategy has been approved to guide the future of car parking in Lancaster city centre to maintain the number of spaces available to support local businesses and the economy.

    Car Park in Lancaster

    The plan, approved by Lancaster City Council’s cabinet on Tuesday (July 8), was developed following extensive public consultation and stakeholder engagement, and sets out an assurance that the council will maintain 1,584 general use council-operated car parking spaces by 2028. This is an increase on the current number of spaces available, which stands at 1,329.

    The strategy has been developed so that the planned release of car parks in the Canal Quarter to make way for much-needed affordable housing does not reduce the number of spaces available. In addition, there is no effect on the number of spaces available on-street or in private car parks.

    To realise this ambition, a series of targeted investments – including the reopening of Castle Car Park (287 spaces), expanding provision at Edward Street (112 spaces), and converting current office leased parking to general use (100 spaces) – will ensure that overall parking capacity is maintained.

    Introduction of Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) technology will also provide real‑time occupancy data so motorists can see first-hand which car parks have capacity to make best use of the available spaces.

    Councillor Nick Wilkinson, cabinet member with responsibility for Lancaster regeneration and the local economy, said: “We know that businesses and organisations in the city centre rely on our car parks for their customers and visitors. That’s why we’re going to great lengths to ensure we continue to provide enough capacity within the city and the aim of the strategy is to ensure we are striking the right balance.

    “On the one hand we need to provide enough car parking spaces, while on the other we are in desperate need of much needed new affordable housing – something else that people tell us is a priority.

    “This strategy provides certainty for the future, ensuring car parking remains a key part of Lancaster’s infrastructure as the city evolves, while allowing us to regenerate the Canal Quarter into a thriving new neighbourhood.

    “We’ll also be closely monitoring the impact of any changes on city centre businesses so we can take action in the events that the changes have a negative impact.”

    The investments set out in the parking strategy will allow the release of car parks for development while maintaining the number of parking spaces available. The first of these – Nelson Street – is currently the subject of a planning application by South Lakes Housing for the building of 39 much-needed new affordable homes for local people.

    Councillor Caroline Jackson, leader of Lancaster City Council, added: “The proposals approved at cabinet mean that, along with the recent announcements by Marco Living and Axis-RE following their purchase of the former Mitchell’s Brewery site, we are making steady progress on redevelopment of the Canal Quarter.

    “Over the next 10 years our vision for this area, which has been so blighted by long term dereliction, is to see it transformed into a vibrant new neighbourhood that has long lasting benefits for the people of Lancaster.”

    Last updated: 09 July 2025

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Young People Encouraged to be Career Ready

    Source: Scotland – City of Dundee

    09/07/25

    Dundee City Council is continuing to support the Career Ready initiative by giving young people paid internships to help them experience the potential work opportunities in a local authority.  

    Over four weeks this summer, seven senior secondary pupils are experiencing different aspects of services during their internships across council and Leisure & Culture Dundee teams.  

    The young people are benefiting from one-to-one support and guidance from a volunteer council mentor over the 17-month total period of the programme.  

    In addition to the work experience itself the students benefited from their involvement in several other joint activities. The students are gaining certification for attending a life-saving training course provided by Heartstart Discovery. They also accompanied city centre ambassadors to see their work behind the scenes and were also given a tour of the City Chambers and met the Lord Provost. 

    Young people taking part in 2025 are: 

    • Alesha Robertson, Craigie High School, wants to become a primary school teacher. She is undertaking a varied internship at Craigiebarns Primary School and Claypotts Castle Early Years Centre, both of which have provided her with hands-on experience of working with young children. She is also keen to find out what it would be like to work in a business setting and spent time with the Tay Cities Region Deal team.  

    • Charley Byrne, Baldragon Academy, is being mentored by the Customer Services & Benefit Delivery Team. Charley is interested in finance and economics, and it is her intention to apply for a relevant university course in this subject area when she leaves school. 

    • Georgia Locke, St Paul’s RC Academy, is receiving an insight into the variety of services offered to the citizens of Dundee during her 4-week internship with the Customer Services, Council Tax & Benefit Delivery team. She gained skills in teamwork, communication and resilience. 

    • Dominic Nelson, Harris Academy, is working with Community Learning & Development. He focused on digital projects and is also worked in the cafe at Douglas Community Centre which is providing him with additional skills supporting a larger team to deliver a customer service at a fast pace. 

    • Ellis Milne, Braeview Academy, would like to pursue a career in child psychology. She is working with the Learning & Organisational Development team as well as the Tay Cities Region Deal team. This varied internship will help Ellis to develop further her skills in communication and teamwork and provide her with some valuable insight to working in a business environment. 

    • Lohgan Ramsay, Braeview Academy, is being mentored by Leisure & Culture Dundee. Lohgan is keen to explore a career with children who have additional support needs. Her internship is being carried out at Kingspark School and Ballumbie Early Years Centre, where she is gaining an understanding of the variety of roles in the different settings. 

    • Lucas McKenzie, Morgan Academy, is working worked with the Employability Service. Lucas is gaining skills and experience which will help him when he leaves school. These included communication, teamwork, I.T. skills and business partnering. 

    The internships will culminate in the young people providing a presentation, which gives them an opportunity for them to speak about their experience to a number of interested parties such as Mhairi Prendergast, the Career Ready Regional Manager, their school coordinator, their mentors and workplace supervisors. 

    Fair Work, Economic Growth and Infrastructure depute convener Cllr Siobhan Tolland said: “As an employer trying to encourage opportunities for young people, it is important that the council supports the Career Ready initiative.  

    “This gives them invaluable insights into the work of the council, lets them understand what qualifications they will need and arms them with skills that will help in writing CVs and for interviews.]

    “I wish them all well for their future and hope that their time being mentored in the council will inspire them to achieve their goals.”  

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  • Wildfire loses intensity in southern France, firefighters continue battle

    Source: Government of India

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    A wildfire that reached the northwestern outskirts of France’s second city of Marseille lost intensity overnight, but firefighters were still battling the flames on Wednesday.

    Residents who had been told on Tuesday to stay in their homes for their own safety were once again allowed out.

    “With the fire in northern Marseille now clearly under control, we can announce this morning that the 16th arrondissement is no longer on lockdown,” Marseille Mayor Benoit Payan said in a post on social media platform X.

    “I call on all Marseille residents to exercise the utmost caution in the area, as emergency services are hard at work,” he said.

    Martine Vassal, head of the area council, said firefighters had worked through the night to control the fire, which she said remained a cause for concern.

    “It is not finished. Weather conditions are worrying for us,” Vassal told broadcaster BFM.

    Local officials said the airport for France’s second-largest city could close for commercial flights to prioritise air resources if the fire flared up again.

    It was too soon for the hundreds of residents who had fled from the wildfire to return, officials said.

    Hundreds of firefighters, aided by helicopters and aircraft, have been fighting the flames, which have been fanned by winds of up to 70 kph (43 mph) that brought plumes of smoke over the southern coastal city. Officials said the blaze was caused by a car that caught on fire.

    The fire had burnt through 700 hectares (2.7 square miles) but no fatalities had been reported, regional prefect Georges-Francois Leclerc said late on Tuesday.

    Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau told reporters late on Tuesday that the fire had been fast-moving, affecting 60 houses and burning down 10.

    The fire in Marseille and a separate one near Narbonne, another southern French city, were the first major fires of the summer, Sophie Primas, the government’s spokesperson, said in an interview with RTL on Wednesday, adding that wildfire season had come early this year.

    Climate change has made wildfires more destructive in Mediterranean countries in recent years.

    This week and last week, fires have also raged in northeastern Spain, on the Greek island of Crete, and in Athens.

    Philippe, a victim of the fires whose surname was not given, told BFM that he had slept poorly after evacuating and hoped to return to his home at noon on Wednesday.

    “There is nothing we can do,” he said. “It is very very, very hard.”

    (Reuters)

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Expanding care for patients at home

    Source: Scottish Government

    Improving the flow of patients through hospitals.

    A new £85 million investment will be targeted at front line NHS frailty services, helping to improve the flow of patients throughout hospitals and providing care for patients in the comfort of their own homes.

    The ‘Hospital at Home’ service is to be expanded to 2,000 beds by December 2026. It predominantly provides care for frail, older people in their own homes and who may be suffering with acute illnesses and health conditions, including respiratory and cardiac conditions, infections, or treatment after a fall.

    Keeping patients in their own homes ensures they can stay in familiar surroundings rather than be separated from family, friends and pets while also helping to reduce some of the risks associated with hospitalisations such as acquiring infections and lessening delayed discharge from hospital due to waits for appropriate care provision.

    The funding will also be used to support the introduction of frailty services in every A&E department by the end of summer 2025, aiming to cut the average length of stay for vulnerable patients.

    Speaking during a visit to Falkirk Community Hospital, where he met clinicians leading the Hospital at Home service across NHS Forth Valley, First Minister John Swinney said:

    “I am resolutely focused on taking the necessary action to reduce wait times and clear the blockages leading to delayed discharges across our NHS. This investment will ensure many patients can receive first class NHS care in the comfort of their own homes and not have to travel to a hospital where it isn’t required.

    “Expanding Hospital at Home to 2,000 beds by December 2026 will create the largest ‘hospital’ in the country, thereby improving the flow of patients throughout the NHS and generating greater capacity for staff. The staff delivering this service at Falkirk Community Hospital are testament to the success of Hospital at Home and it’s been eye opening to see the effort that goes into provide this first class care.

    “The NHS is Scotland’s greatest treasure but we know we must do better to ensure patients get the care they need, when and where they need it. The 2025-26 Budget provides record funding of £21 billion for Health and Social Care services – with NHS boards across Scotland receiving an additional £2 billion to deliver key front line services.”

    Dr Sarah Henderson, Consultant Geriatrician, NHS Forth Valley’s Hospital at Home Service, said:

    “Our local Hospital at Home team do an amazing job to help ensure that patients, who in the past would have to come into hospital, are able to remain in their own homes and access the specialist clinical care and support they require.

    “Over the last four years the service has helped thousands of local patients and the feedback we have received from them and their families has been overwhelmingly positive as they really appreciate everything the team does to help them stay out of hospital and in familiar surroundings at home, close to their family, friends and pets.

    “I am delighted that the additional funding announced today will help us expand the Hospital at Home service further as well as develop local heart failure, respiratory and Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT) services to help more people remain at home and still access the specialist care they require.” 

    Marion Denholm’s husband Bill was recently supported by NHS Forth Valley’s Hospital at Home team after he developed a chest infection. Ms Denholm said:

    “There are no words to adequately describe the care and attention my husband received while under the care of Hospital at Home. We’ve had doctors, advanced nurse practitioners, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, a dietitian and a speech and language therapist all visit our home to provide the care and treatment he required so he didn’t have to go into hospital.

    “This meant he was able to stay in familiar surroundings with his family around him at all times and still receive the same type of care he would have received in hospital. I also felt very supported as I could contact the Team direct if I had any worries or concerns. I can’t praise the Hospital at Home service enough and I am sure many other local families feel the same. It also makes so much more sense to treat people in their own homes if you can rather than occupy a bed in a busy hospital – it’s definitely a win-win for everyone involved.”

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: More than 2,600 Afghan refugee families returned home on Tuesday

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    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    KABUL, July 9 (Xinhua) — More than 2,600 Afghan refugee families returned to their homeland on Tuesday, the state-run Bakhtar News Agency reported on Wednesday.

    According to him, 2,604 refugee families returned to Afghanistan on Tuesday. 98 of them arrived from Pakistan, and another 2,506 from Iran.

    All returnees received the necessary assistance from the interim government of Afghanistan at checkpoints, the statement said. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Youth Exchange Event “Future of the Silk Road” Kicks Off in Beijing

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    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    BEIJING, July 9 (Xinhua) — A youth exchange event titled “Future of the Silk Road” kicked off in the Chinese capital recently, leading news platform chinanewes.com.cn reported Tuesday.

    It is reportedly organized by the Soong Ching Ling Foundation of China. More than 80 teenagers and representatives of cooperating institutions from 12 countries, such as Russia, Armenia, Uzbekistan, Gambia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Oman, the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, Spain and Thailand, were invited to the opening ceremony.

    From July 6 to 12, they will also go on a sightseeing tour titled “Building the Silk Road of Dreams, Moving Hand in Hand into the Future” to Beijing and Shaanxi Province, where they will conduct exchanges with their Chinese peers.

    According to Zhang Ziming, vice chairman of the Soong Ching Ling Foundation of China, the event aims to create a platform for contact and interaction among young people from different parts of the world, as well as strengthen mutual understanding and friendship among them.

    He expressed hope that through this event, young people from all over the world will gain more experience, communicate more and think more, establish deep friendships, get acquainted with the unique cultures of various civilizations, preserve and transmit the spirit of the Great Silk Road, so that with the energy of youth, hand in hand, they can promote the formation of a community with a common destiny for mankind.

    The participants of the event noted that this trip is a valuable opportunity to deeply understand Chinese culture and Chinese wisdom, and also expressed hope for strengthening mutual understanding and friendship during the event. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China has world’s largest, fastest growing renewable energy system – official

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    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    BEIJING, July 9 (Xinhua) — China has now formed the world’s largest and fastest-growing renewable energy system, Zhou Haibing, vice chairman of the National Development and Reform Commission, said Wednesday.

    “As of the end of May this year, the country’s installed capacity of power plants generating electricity from renewable energy sources was 2.09 billion kW, more than double the figure at the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan (2016-2020),” the official said at a press conference in Beijing.

    According to him, today every third kWh of electricity consumed in the country is provided by environmentally friendly energy.

    Zhou Haibin also drew attention to the rapid growth of China’s new energy vehicle market, noting that in 2024, the total volume of this category of vehicles in China will reach 31.4 million units, a sharp increase from the 4.92 million at the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: Minutes – Tuesday, 8 July 2025 – Strasbourg – Final edition

    Source: European Parliament 2

    Present:

    Aaltola Mika, Abadía Jover Maravillas, Adamowicz Magdalena, Aftias Georgios, Agirregoitia Martínez Oihane, Agius Peter, Agius Saliba Alex, Alexandraki Galato, Allione Grégory, Al-Sahlani Abir, Anadiotis Nikolaos, Anderson Christine, Andresen Rasmus, Andrews Barry, Andriukaitis Vytenis Povilas, Androuët Mathilde, Angel Marc, Annemans Gerolf, Annunziata Lucia, Antoci Giuseppe, Arias Echeverría Pablo, Arłukowicz Bartosz, Arnaoutoglou Sakis, Arndt Anja, Arvanitis Konstantinos, Asens Llodrà Jaume, Assis Francisco, Attard Daniel, Aubry Manon, Auštrevičius Petras, Axinia Adrian-George, Azmani Malik, Bajada Thomas, Baljeu Jeannette, Ballarín Cereza Laura, Bardella Jordan, Barley Katarina, Barna Dan, Barrena Arza Pernando, Bartulica Stephen Nikola, Bartůšek Nikola, Bausemer Arno, Bay Nicolas, Bay Christophe, Beke Wouter, Beleris Fredis, Bellamy François-Xavier, Benifei Brando, Benjumea Benjumea Isabel, Beňová Monika, Bentele Hildegard, Berendsen Tom, Berger Stefan, Berg Sibylle, Berlato Sergio, Bernhuber Alexander, Biedroń Robert, Bielan Adam, Bischoff Gabriele, Blaha Ľuboš, Blinkevičiūtė Vilija, Blom Rachel, Bloss Michael, Bocheński Tobiasz, Boeselager Damian, Bogdan Ioan-Rareş, Bonaccini Stefano, Bonte Barbara, Borchia Paolo, Borrás Pabón Mireia, Borvendég Zsuzsanna, Borzan Biljana, Bosanac Gordan, Boßdorf Irmhild, Bosse Stine, Botenga Marc, Boyer Gilles, Boylan Lynn, Brandstätter Helmut, Brasier-Clain Marie-Luce, Braun Grzegorz, Brejza Krzysztof, Bricmont Saskia, Brnjac Nikolina, Brudziński Joachim Stanisław, Bryłka Anna, Buchheit Markus, Buczek Tomasz, Buda Daniel, Buda Waldemar, Bugalho Sebastião, Buła Andrzej, Bullmann Udo, Buxadé Villalba Jorge, Bystron Petr, Bžoch Jaroslav, Camara Mélissa, Canfin Pascal, Carberry Nina, Cârciu Gheorghe, Carême Damien, Casa David, Caspary Daniel, Cassart Benoit, Castillo Laurent, del Castillo Vera Pilar, Cavazzini Anna, Cavedagna Stefano, Ceccardi Susanna, Cepeda José, Ceulemans Estelle, Chahim Mohammed, Chaibi Leila, Chastel Olivier, Chinnici Caterina, Christensen Asger, Ciccioli Carlo, Cifrová Ostrihoňová Veronika, Ciriani Alessandro, Cisint Anna Maria, Clausen Per, Clergeau Christophe, Cormand David, Corrado Annalisa, Costanzo Vivien, Cotrim De Figueiredo João, Cowen Barry, Cremer Tobias, Crespo Díaz Carmen, Cristea Andi, Crosetto Giovanni, Cunha Paulo, Dahl Henrik, Danielsson Johan, Dauchy Marie, Dávid Dóra, Decaro Antonio, de la Hoz Quintano Raúl, Della Valle Danilo, Deloge Valérie, De Masi Fabio, De Meo Salvatore, Demirel Özlem, Deutsch Tamás, Dibrani Adnan, Diepeveen Ton, Dieringer Elisabeth, Dîncu Vasile, Di Rupo Elio, Disdier Mélanie, Dobrev Klára, Doherty Regina, Doleschal Christian, Dömötör Csaba, Do Nascimento Cabral Paulo, Donazzan Elena, Dorfmann Herbert, Dostalova Klara, Dostál Ondřej, Droese Siegbert Frank, Düpont Lena, Dworczyk Michał, Ecke Matthias, Ehler Christian, Ehlers Marieke, Eriksson Sofie, Erixon Dick, Eroglu Engin, Estaràs Ferragut Rosa, Everding Sebastian, Ezcurra Almansa Alma, Falcă Gheorghe, Falcone Marco, Farantouris Nikolas, Farreng Laurence, Farský Jan, Ferber Markus, Ferenc Viktória, Fernández Jonás, Fidanza Carlo, Fiocchi Pietro, Firmenich Ruth, Fita Claire, Flanagan Luke Ming, Fourlas Loucas, Fourreau Emma, Fragkos Emmanouil, Freund Daniel, Frigout Anne-Sophie, Fritzon Heléne, Froelich Tomasz, Fuglsang Niels, Funchion Kathleen, Furet Angéline, Furore Mario, Gahler Michael, Gál Kinga, Galán Estrella, Gálvez Lina, Gambino Alberico, García Hermida-Van Der Walle Raquel, Garraud Jean-Paul, Gasiuk-Pihowicz Kamila, Geadi Geadis, Gedin Hanna, Geese Alexandra, Geier Jens, Geisel Thomas, Gemma Chiara, Georgiou Giorgos, Gerbrandy Gerben-Jan, Germain Jean-Marc, Gerzsenyi Gabriella, Geuking Niels, Gieseke Jens, Giménez Larraz Borja, Girauta Vidal Juan Carlos, Glavak Sunčana, Glück Andreas, Glucksmann Raphaël, Goerens Charles, Gomart Christophe, Gomes Isilda, Gómez López Sandra, Gonçalves Bruno, González Casares Nicolás, González Pons Esteban, Gori Giorgio, Gosiewska Małgorzata, Gotink Dirk, Gozi Sandro, Grapini Maria, Gražulis Petras, Gregorová Markéta, Grims Branko, Griset Catherine, Gronkiewicz-Waltz Hanna, Groothuis Bart, Grossmann Elisabeth, Grudler Christophe, Gualmini Elisabetta, Guarda Cristina, Guetta Bernard, Guzenina Maria, Győri Enikő, Gyürk András, Hadjipantela Michalis, Hahn Svenja, Haider Roman, Halicki Andrzej, Hansen Niels Flemming, Hassan Rima, Hauser Gerald, Häusling Martin, Hava Mircea-Gheorghe, Heide Hannes, Heinäluoma Eero, Henriksson Anna-Maja, Herbst Niclas, Herranz García Esther, Hetman Krzysztof, Hojsík Martin, Holmgren Pär, Hölvényi György, Homs Ginel Alicia, Humberto Sérgio, Ijabs Ivars, Imart Céline, Incir Evin, Inselvini Paolo, Iovanovici Şoşoacă Diana, Jamet France, Jarubas Adam, Jerković Romana, Jongen Marc, Joński Dariusz, Joron Virginie, Jouvet Pierre, Joveva Irena, Juknevičienė Rasa, Junco García Nora, Jungbluth Alexander, Kabilov Taner, Kalfon François, Kaliňák Erik, Kaljurand Marina, Kalniete Sandra, Kamiński Mariusz, Kanev Radan, Kanko Assita, Karlsbro Karin, Kartheiser Fernand, Karvašová Ľubica, Katainen Elsi, Kefalogiannis Emmanouil, Kelleher Billy, Keller Fabienne, Kelly Seán, Kemp Martine, Kennes Rudi, Khan Mary, Kircher Sophia, Knafo Sarah, Knotek Ondřej, Kobosko Michał, Köhler Stefan, Kohut Łukasz, Kokalari Arba, Kolář Ondřej, Kollár Kinga, Kols Rihards, Konečná Kateřina, Kopacz Ewa, Körner Moritz, Kountoura Elena, Kovatchev Andrey, Krištopans Vilis, Kruis Sebastian, Krutílek Ondřej, Kubín Tomáš, Kuhnke Alice, Kulja András Tivadar, Kulmuni Katri, Kyllönen Merja, Kyuchyuk Ilhan, Lagodinsky Sergey, Lakos Eszter, Lalucq Aurore, Lange Bernd, Langensiepen Katrin, Laššáková Judita, László András, Latinopoulou Afroditi, Laurent Murielle, Laureti Camilla, Laykova Rada, Lazarov Ilia, Lazarus Luis-Vicențiu, Le Callennec Isabelle, Leggeri Fabrice, Lenaers Jeroen, Leonardelli Julien, Lewandowski Janusz, Lexmann Miriam, Liese Peter, Lins Norbert, Loiseau Nathalie, Løkkegaard Morten, Lopatka Reinhold, López Javi, López Aguilar Juan Fernando, López-Istúriz White Antonio, Lövin Isabella, Lucano Mimmo, Luena César, Łukacijewska Elżbieta Katarzyna, Lupo Giuseppe, McAllister David, Madison Jaak, Maestre Cristina, Magoni Lara, Magyar Péter, Maij Marit, Maląg Marlena, Manda Claudiu, Mandl Lukas, Maniatis Yannis, Maran Pierfrancesco, Marczułajtis-Walczak Jagna, Maréchal Marion, Marino Ignazio Roberto, Marquardt Erik, Martín Frías Jorge, Martins Catarina, Martusciello Fulvio, Marzà Ibáñez Vicent, Mato Gabriel, Matthieu Sara, Mavrides Costas, Maydell Eva, Mayer Georg, Mazurek Milan, Mažylis Liudas, McNamara Michael, Mebarek Nora, Mehnert Alexandra, Meimarakis Vangelis, Meleti Eleonora, Mendes Ana Catarina, Mendia Idoia, Mertens Verena, Mesure Marina, Metsola Roberta, Metz Tilly, Mikser Sven, Milazzo Giuseppe, Millán Mon Francisco José, Minchev Nikola, Miranda Paz Ana, Molnár Csaba, Montero Irene, Montserrat Dolors, Morace Carolina, Morano Nadine, Moreira de Sá Tiago, Moreno Sánchez Javier, Moretti Alessandra, Motreanu Dan-Ştefan, Mularczyk Arkadiusz, Müller Piotr, Mullooly Ciaran, Mureşan Siegfried, Muşoiu Ştefan, Nagyová Jana, Nardella Dario, Navarrete Rojas Fernando, Negrescu Victor, Nemec Matjaž, Nerudová Danuše, Nesci Denis, Neuhoff Hans, Neumann Hannah, Nica Dan, Niebler Angelika, Niedermayer Luděk, Niinistö Ville, Nikolaou-Alavanos Lefteris, Nikolic Aleksandar, Ní Mhurchú Cynthia, Noichl Maria, Nordqvist Rasmus, Novakov Andrey, Nykiel Mirosława, Obajtek Daniel, Ódor Ľudovít, Oetjen Jan-Christoph, Oliveira João, Olivier Philippe, Omarjee Younous, Ondruš Branislav, Ó Ríordáin Aodhán, Orlando Leoluca, Ozdoba Jacek, Paet Urmas, Pajín Leire, Palmisano Valentina, Panayiotou Fidias, Papadakis Kostas, Papandreou Nikos, Pappas Nikos, Pascual de la Parte Nicolás, Paulus Jutta, Pedulla’ Gaetano, Pellerin-Carlin Thomas, Peltier Guillaume, Penkova Tsvetelina, Pennelle Gilles, Pereira Lídia, Pérez Alvise, Peter-Hansen Kira Marie, Petrov Hristo, Picaro Michele, Picierno Pina, Picula Tonino, Piera Pascale, Pietikäinen Sirpa, Pimpie Pierre, Piperea Gheorghe, de la Pisa Carrión Margarita, Pokorná Jermanová Jaroslava, Polato Daniele, Polfjärd Jessica, Popescu Virgil-Daniel, Pozņaks Reinis, Prebilič Vladimir, Princi Giusi, Protas Jacek, Pürner Friedrich, Rackete Carola, Radev Emil, Radtke Dennis, Rafowicz Emma, Ratas Jüri, Razza Ruggero, Rechagneux Julie, Regner Evelyn, Repasi René, Ressler Karlo, Reuten Thijs, Riba i Giner Diana, Ricci Matteo, Ridel Chloé, Riehl Nela, Ripa Manuela, Rodrigues André, Ros Sempere Marcos, Roth Neveďalová Katarína, Rougé André, Ruissen Bert-Jan, Ruotolo Sandro, Rzońca Bogdan, Saeidi Arash, Salini Massimiliano, Salis Ilaria, Salla Aura, Sánchez Amor Nacho, Sanchez Julien, Sancho Murillo Elena, Saramo Jussi, Sardone Silvia, Šarec Marjan, Sargiacomo Eric, Satouri Mounir, Saudargas Paulius, Sbai Majdouline, Sberna Antonella, Schaldemose Christel, Schaller-Baross Ernő, Schenk Oliver, Scheuring-Wielgus Joanna, Schieder Andreas, Schilling Lena, Schneider Christine, Schnurrbusch Volker, Schwab Andreas, Scuderi Benedetta, Seekatz Ralf, Sell Alexander, Serrano Sierra Rosa, Sidl Günther, Sienkiewicz Bartłomiej, Sieper Lukas, Simon Sven, Singer Christine, Sinkevičius Virginijus, Sippel Birgit, Sjöstedt Jonas, Śmiszek Krzysztof, Smith Anthony, Smit Sander, Sokol Tomislav, Solier Diego, Solís Pérez Susana, Sommen Liesbet, Sonneborn Martin, Sorel Malika, Sousa Silva Hélder, Søvndal Villy, Squarta Marco, Staķis Mārtiņš, Stancanelli Raffaele, Ștefănuță Nicolae, Steger Petra, Stier Davor Ivo, Storm Kristoffer, Stöteler Sebastiaan, Stoyanov Stanislav, Strack-Zimmermann Marie-Agnes, Strada Cecilia, Streit Joachim, Strik Tineke, Strolenberg Anna, Sturdza Şerban Dimitrie, Stürgkh Anna, Sypniewski Marcin, Szczerba Michał, Szekeres Pál, Szydło Beata, Tamburrano Dario, Tânger Corrêa António, Tarczyński Dominik, Tarquinio Marco, Tarr Zoltán, Târziu Claudiu-Richard, Tavares Carla, Tegethoff Kai, Temido Marta, Teodorescu Georgiana, Teodorescu Måwe Alice, Terheş Cristian, Ter Laak Ingeborg, Terras Riho, Tertsch Hermann, Thionnet Pierre-Romain, Timgren Beatrice, Tinagli Irene, Tobback Bruno, Tobé Tomas, Tolassy Rody, Tomac Eugen, Tomašič Zala, Tomaszewski Waldemar, Tomc Romana, Tonin Matej, Toom Jana, Topo Raffaele, Torselli Francesco, Tosi Flavio, Toussaint Marie, Tovaglieri Isabella, Toveri Pekka, Tridico Pasquale, Trochu Laurence, Tsiodras Dimitris, Turek Filip, Tynkkynen Sebastian, Uhrík Milan, Vaidere Inese, Valchev Ivaylo, Vălean Adina, Valet Matthieu, Van Brempt Kathleen, Van Brug Anouk, van den Berg Brigitte, Vandendriessche Tom, Van Dijck Kris, Van Lanschot Reinier, Van Leeuwen Jessika, Vannacci Roberto, Van Overtveldt Johan, Van Sparrentak Kim, Varaut Alexandre, Vasconcelos Ana, Vasile-Voiculescu Vlad, Vautmans Hilde, Vedrenne Marie-Pierre, Ventola Francesco, Verheyen Sabine, Verougstraete Yvan, Veryga Aurelijus, Vešligaj Marko, Vicsek Annamária, Vieira Catarina, Vigenin Kristian, Vilimsky Harald, Vincze Loránt, Vind Marianne, Vistisen Anders, Vivaldini Mariateresa, Volgin Petar, von der Schulenburg Michael, Vondra Alexandr, Voss Axel, Vozemberg-Vrionidi Elissavet, Vrecionová Veronika, Vázquez Lázara Adrián, Waitz Thomas, Walsh Maria, Walsmann Marion, Warborn Jörgen, Warnke Jan-Peter, Wąsik Maciej, Wawrykiewicz Michał, Wcisło Marta, Wechsler Andrea, Weimers Charlie, Werbrouck Séverine, Wiesner Emma, Wiezik Michal, Wilmès Sophie, Winkler Iuliu, Winzig Angelika, Wiseler-Lima Isabel, Wiśniewska Jadwiga, Wölken Tiemo, Wolters Lara, Yar Lucia, Yon-Courtin Stéphanie, Yoncheva Elena, Zacharia Maria, Zajączkowska-Hernik Ewa, Zalewska Anna, Žalimas Dainius, Zan Alessandro, Zarzalejos Javier, Zdechovský Tomáš, Zdrojewski Bogdan Andrzej, Zijlstra Auke, Zīle Roberts, Zingaretti Nicola, Złotowski Kosma, Zoido Álvarez Juan Ignacio, Zovko Željana, Zver Milan

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  • MIL-OSI: AIXA Miner Launches Free-to-Start Cloud Mining Platform to Simplify Passive Crypto Income in 2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York City, NY, July 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  As cryptocurrency adoption continues to surge, AIXA Miner is leading the next generation of simplified crypto earning with the launch of its free-to-start cloud mining platform. Designed for both beginners and seasoned investors, AIXA Miner removes the traditional barriers of crypto mining—offering users a hardware-free, eco-powered, and fully automated way to earn daily digital rewards.

    In an industry where complexity and cost have long deterred new entrants, AIXA Miner makes mining accessible by providing new users with a $20 trial bonus, no equipment required. Mining contracts start from just $100, making it one of the most cost-efficient entries into the digital asset space.

    “At AIXA, we believe mining should be for everyone—not just experts with expensive rigs,” said a company spokesperson. “Our mission is to democratize crypto income through automation, clean energy, and ease of use.”

    Built for the Modern Miner

    AIXA Miner’s cloud infrastructure is powered by renewable energy data centers located in Iceland and the U.S., optimized with AI-driven GPUs to mine the most profitable cryptocurrencies in real time. This approach minimizes environmental impact while maximizing efficiency.

    With nearly 8 million users globally, the platform delivers seamless functionality:

    • No hardware or maintenance
    • Daily earnings auto-calculated and deposited
    • Real-time tracking, secure wallets, and instant withdrawals
    • Mining support for BTC, ETH, DOGE, USDT, and more

    User Growth and Real Returns

    AIXA Miner’s impact has been substantial. According to a report by Coin World, over 200,000 users have reached daily passive earnings of $10,000 in BTC. In a recent Bitcoinist article, miners using the platform reportedly generate $32,000 per day in combined passive income through contracts involving Bitcoin, XRP, and Dogecoin.

    This growth is supported by a scalable architecture and a commitment to payout transparency.

    Features That Set AIXA Miner Apart

    • ✅ $20 Signup Credit to start mining immediately
    • ✅ Flexible Plans starting at $100
    • ✅ VIP Club & Referral Rewards up to 10%
    • ✅ 24/7 Global Support & Security Monitoring
    • ✅ Fast Withdrawals in major cryptocurrencies

    How to Start in Minutes

    1. Register on aixaminer.com with just your email
    2. Claim your $20 bonus—no payment needed
    3. Choose a plan, starting from $100
    4. Activate and earn, with crypto deposited to your account daily
    5. Withdraw or reinvest—your call

    A Growing Trend Among Smart Investors

    As cryptocurrency markets become increasingly integrated into mainstream finance, more investors are turning to platforms like AIXA Miner for predictable, passive income opportunities. With rising concerns around energy consumption and market volatility, cloud mining offers a balanced approach to crypto exposure—combining automation, sustainability, and steady returns. AIXA Miner’s model reflects this shift, appealing to both retail users and long-term holders seeking smarter ways to put their crypto assets to work.

    About AIXA Miner

    Founded in 2020 and headquartered in the United States, AIXA Miner has rapidly become a trusted name in the global cloud mining landscape. With a clean energy foundation, strong infrastructure, and AI-enhanced mining technology, the platform continues to attract users looking for long-term and secure crypto earnings.

    Whether you’re new to cryptocurrency or diversifying your digital portfolio, AIXA Miner offers a reliable, risk-conscious path to passive income. Backed by automation, security, and global user trust, it’s time to mine smarter—not harder.

    Media Contact
     Name: Leif Mikkelsen
    Email: like.Mikkelsen@aixaminer.com
    Website: www.aixaminer.com
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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: RSH downgrades Sustain to V3

    Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements

    Press release

    RSH downgrades Sustain to V3

    The Regulator of Social Housing has downgraded Sustain (UK) Ltd to V3 meaning that the landlord does not meet the financial viability requirements and there are issues of serious regulatory concern.

    Sustain provides supported housing in Birmingham through short term leases. It has not demonstrated it is able to manage its financial risk and that its business planning is sufficiently robust to ensure its long-term viability.   

    The regulator’s previous G3 grading remains unchanged. Its governance arrangements are not effective to ensure adequate oversight of third parties it relies on to deliver services to its tenants and to ensure that it is not inappropriately advancing third party interests.   

    The previous judgement that Sustain is not delivering the outcomes of the Rent Standard also remains unchanged.   

    Jonathan Walters, Deputy Chief Executive of RSH, said:  

    It is disappointing that Sustain has not made the necessary improvements in its governance since the last judgement.   

    Failing to meet the requirements of the rent standard in this case has given rise to serious financial risks.  

    It must now take effective action to demonstrate a financial plan that is based on appropriate and reasonable assumptions that protects its homes and delivers quality services for its tenants.” 

    Separately, RSH has placed Phoenix Community Housing Association on its gradings under review list. 

    RSH is currently investigating matters which may indicate serious failings in the landlord delivering the outcomes of the Governance and Financial Viability Standard and the Consumer Standards. The outcome of the investigation will be confirmed in a regulatory judgement, once completed. 

    Notes to Editors

    1. The regulatory standards page provides information about the economic and consumer standards that registered providers must meet. 

    2. RSH promotes a viable, efficient and well-governed social housing sector able to deliver more and better social homes. It does this by setting standards and carrying out robust regulation focusing on driving improvement in social landlords, including local authorities, and ensuring that housing associations are well-governed, financially viable and offer value for money. It takes appropriate action if the outcomes of the standards are not being delivered.  

    3. If RSH is investigating a landlord due to suspected serious failings, we may place them on the gradings under review list. This is likely to be where our engagement is ongoing and we think it is appropriate to alert stakeholders to the fact that we have serious concerns about that landlord’s delivery of the standards outcomes, which we are investigating. More information about the gradings under review list and RSH’s approach is available on its website.  

    4. Phoenix Community Housing Association’s current regulatory grades are G2/V2/C1.

    For general enquiries email enquiries@rsh.gov.uk. For media enquiries please see our Media Enquiries page.

    Updates to this page

    Published 9 July 2025

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