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Category: Europe

  • MIL-OSI United Nations: ‘Uphold Lessons of Srebrenica, Preserve Historical Truth, Protect Human Dignity’, Secretary-General Tells Member States, on Observance of International Day

    Source: United Nations General Assembly and Security Council

    Following are UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ remarks, delivered by Chef de Cabinet Courtenay Rattray, to the General Assembly on the observance of the International Day of Reflection and Commemoration of the 1995 Genocide in Srebrenica, in New York today:

    The world comes together in solidarity and reflection on this thirtieth anniversary of the genocide in Srebrenica — the worst atrocity on European soil since the Second World War.

    In July 1995, more than 8,000 Bosnian men and boys were systematically separated from their families, executed and buried in mass graves.  Thousands of women, children and older persons were forcibly displaced.  An entire generation was lost.  The intention was the elimination of Bosnian Muslims in Srebrenica.

    Today, we remember and honour the victims.  We pay tribute to the strength, dignity and courage of the survivors and families.  And we acknowledge hard truths.

    Thirty years ago, the United Nations and the world failed the people of Srebrenica.  This collective failure was not an accident of history.  It was the result of policies, propaganda and international indifference.

    Since then, the survivors, the families of victims, in particular the “Mothers of Srebrenica”, have shown extraordinary courage in their pursuit of truth and justice.  They are helping to raise new generations with love, not hate.

    Their unwavering resolve and bravery — facing the perpetrators again and again — have been vital to the determination made by the International Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia, the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals and the International Court of Justice:  The determination that the acts committed at Srebrenica in 1995 constituted genocide.

    The Tribunal made clear that criminal responsibility for the crime of genocide under international law is individualized.  It cannot be attributed to any ethnic, religious or other group or community as a whole.  And the International Court of Justice made clear that States have a clear obligation to prevent genocide.

    We must uphold and preserve these judicially established findings; and we must ensure the voices of Srebrenica survivors continue to be heard — countering denial, distortion and revisionism.  Only by recognizing the suffering of all victims can we build mutual understanding, trust and lasting peace.

    Every person in Bosnia and Herzegovina deserves a future free from the shadows of conflict and division.  Today, as we remember, we must also confront reality.

    After Srebrenica, once again, the world said “never again”. Yet, hate speech is on the rise again — fuelling discrimination, extremism and violence.  We see the glorification of war criminals again.  We see the same dangerous currents that once led to atrocity crimes again.  We cannot ignore these warning signs.

    I call on every Member State to fulfil their shared responsibility:  To uphold the lessons of Srebrenica, to preserve historical truth and to protect human dignity.

    Let us confront denial with truth — and impunity with justice; and let us honour our obligations under international humanitarian law and international human rights law, as well as the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide.  In memory of the victims; in solidarity with the survivors and their loved ones; and in the name of our shared humanity.

    MIL OSI United Nations News –

    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Xinhua to expand cooperation with Singapore’s SPH Media

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

    An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

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

    BEIJING, July 8 (Xinhua) — Xinhua News Agency Director-General Fu Hua met with a delegation from Singapore Press Holdings (SPH Media) led by its CEO Chan Eng Keat in Beijing on Tuesday.

    Fu Hua said Xinhua hopes to work with SPH Media to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, jointly tell the stories of the two countries’ development and the friendship between their peoples, strengthen communication through multilateral mechanisms and exchange experiences in new media, deepen cooperation and bring people’s hearts closer.

    Chan Yeung Keat, for his part, pointed out that SPH Media is willing, under the leadership of the leaders of the two countries, to strengthen cooperation with Xinhua in the fields of news journalism, artificial intelligence and other areas in order to accurately and objectively cover the developments and changes in the modern world, and tell the stories of China, Singapore, Asia and the world. –0–

    Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

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    MIL OSI Russia News –

    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Xinhua to expand cooperation with Singapore’s SPH Media

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

    An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

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

    BEIJING, July 8 (Xinhua) — Xinhua News Agency Director-General Fu Hua met with a delegation of Singapore Press Holdings (SPH Media) led by its CEO Chan Eng Keat in Beijing on Tuesday.

    Fu Hua said Xinhua hopes to work with SPH Media to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, jointly tell the stories of the two countries’ development and the friendship between their peoples, strengthen communication through multilateral mechanisms and exchange experiences in new media, deepen cooperation and bring people’s hearts closer.

    Chan Yeung Keat, for his part, pointed out that SPH Media is willing, under the leadership of the leaders of the two countries, to strengthen cooperation with Xinhua in the fields of news journalism, artificial intelligence and other areas in order to accurately and objectively cover the developments and changes in the modern world, and tell the stories of China, Singapore, Asia and the world. –0–

    Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

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    MIL OSI Russia News –

    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Zhejiang Province braces for Typhoon Danas

    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

    HANGZHOU, July 8 (Xinhua) — Authorities in east China’s Zhejiang Province have evacuated more than 71,000 residents from high-risk areas as Typhoon Danas approaches.

    According to the Zhejiang meteorological station, Danas was located 118 km east of Wenzhou City as of 2 p.m. Tuesday, moving west at a speed of 10 km/h.

    Provincial departments have taken various safety measures, including suspending 118 ferry routes, stopping 577 pleasure boats and canceling 372 train services. They have also closed 68 Grade A tourist areas and 70 high-risk tourist sites, and dispatched teams to 12 geological hazard zones in Wenzhou, Taizhou and Lishui.

    The provincial emergency management agency said about 57,000 rescuers across the province have been put on alert. –0–

    Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

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    MIL OSI Russia News –

    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Practical cooperation between China and Russia is constantly deepening – Chinese Ambassador to Russia Zhang Hanhui

    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

    Moscow, July 8 (Xinhua) — Chinese-Russian practical cooperation is constantly deepening, Chinese Ambassador to Russia Zhang Hanhui said in a written interview with the Rossiya Segodnya news agency on Tuesday on the sidelines of the 9th China-Russia EXPO, which is being held from July 7 to 10 in the Russian city of Yekaterinburg.

    “Chinese-Russian practical cooperation in trade, energy, minerals, agriculture, etc. is constantly deepening. In recent years, new growth points in trade and economic cooperation have become the automotive industry, industrial parks and economic zones, digital economy and artificial intelligence,” the ambassador noted.

    Zhang Hanhui emphasized that under the strategic leadership of the heads of state, Chinese-Russian trade and economic cooperation maintains favorable development dynamics. He recalled that by the end of 2024, bilateral trade, having overcome the influence of numerous unfavorable factors, generally maintained the trend of stable growth with an increase in quality and again reached record levels. According to him, this fully demonstrated the sustainability and viability of Chinese-Russian trade and economic cooperation.

    “Since the beginning of this year, China-Russia trade has been facing more complex external factors and pressures. But thanks to the joint efforts of both sides, bilateral trade has generally remained stable and its quality has continued to improve,” the Chinese diplomat added, pointing out that the two sides will continue to strengthen coordination and interaction, and unleash the potential of cooperation to ensure stable growth of bilateral trade.

    The PRC Ambassador to the Russian Federation noted that contacts between enterprises of the two countries are becoming increasingly close. “In recent years, Chinese companies, using emerging opportunities and positively assessing the prospects for the development of the Russian market, are actively satisfying Russia’s growing domestic demand, creating new jobs and contributing to the country’s socio-economic development,” he noted.

    According to Zhang Hanhui, the updated bilateral agreement on the promotion and protection of capital investments signed in May was good news for the governments and business circles of China and Russia. The diplomat is confident that with the improvement of the business climate, more and more Chinese enterprises will enter the Russian market.

    As the ambassador explained, the Made in Russia festival, which has already been held in China five times, attracts increased attention from Chinese consumers. Such well-known Russian products as chocolate, ice cream, honey and vodka are very popular with them. “In the future, we welcome the entry of new high-quality products with the Made in Russia brand into the Chinese market,” Zhang Hanhui added.

    Speaking about cooperation between China and Russia in the gas sector, he stressed that this cooperation is developing successfully. The Chinese diplomat cited data according to which from January to May 2025, pipeline gas imports from Russia to China amounted to 16.14 billion cubic meters, which is 29.4 percent more than in the same period last year. “The eastern route of the Power of Siberia gas pipeline project is functioning stably and will reach its design capacity by the end of this year,” he said, noting that the relevant departments of the two countries are currently negotiating the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline project.

    The Chinese diplomat also spoke about the strategic importance of developing the Northern Sea Route (NSR). He pointed out that in recent years, China and Russia have been actively developing cooperation in developing this route. Last year, a bilateral subcommittee on cooperation on the NSR was created, and the first meeting was already held, at which target indicators for cargo turnover were agreed. “The parties will implement the agreements reached in order to further advance cooperation in developing the NSR,” Zhang Hanhui assured.

    The Ambassador believes that China and Russia should continue to work on developing logistics and transport corridors, unifying certification standards and simplifying trade procedures in the interests of creating a stable and favorable business environment. –0–

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    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Breaking: China’s economy is capable of withstanding any external shocks – Premier of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China

    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

    RIO DE JANEIRO, July 8 (Xinhua) — China’s economy is fully capable of withstanding any external shocks and achieving long-term stable growth, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Tuesday.

    Speaking at a symposium for Chinese-invested enterprises operating in Brazil, Li Qiang said that since the beginning of this year, the Chinese economy has withstood the pressure and maintained a stable and positive dynamic. –0–

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    MIL OSI Russia News –

    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Production of drones in Russia has already exceeded planned volumes three times — Russian Prime Minister

    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

    EKATERINGURB, July 8 (Xinhua) — The production of unmanned aerial systems in Russia has already exceeded the planned volumes threefold, Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin said on Tuesday, speaking at the strategic session “Technological Leadership: Industrial Breakthrough” as part of the international industrial exhibition “Innoprom”, which is being held from July 7 to 10 in the Russian city of Yekaterinburg.

    “The production of such products, such equipment, has already exceeded the planned volumes three times. And this is also due to the state assistance provided to enterprises that are now mastering the creation of new models, including civilian ones,” the Russian Prime Minister said.

    As he noted, the production of drones is one of the priority areas of development of the Russian industry, which is included in the national projects to ensure the technological leadership of the Russian Federation. According to him, this national project “demonstrates its high efficiency.”

    M. Mishustin drew attention to the fact that interesting models are presented at the exhibition – in particular, a heavy amphibious drone and a helicopter-type device, which was the first in the Russian Federation to receive official approval for operation.

    “We must try not to lower the set bar and set more ambitious goals,” the head of the Russian government urged. –0–

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    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Africa: Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej congratulates the Winners of Merck Foundation Media Awards- 125 Winners from 36 Countries announced

    Source: APO

    • Merck Foundation CEO announced call for application of 2025 Merck Foundation Media Recognition Awards in partnership with African First Ladies – apply now at submit@merck-foundation.com

    Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, in partnership with the First Ladies of Africa, proudly announced the Winners of their Merck Foundation Africa Media Recognition Awards 2024 under the categories “More Than a Mother” and “Diabetes and Hypertension”.

    The Awards Ceremony was conducted virtually to honor and celebrate the outstanding contributions of all the winning media professionals. The winners were warmly acknowledged by Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and President of the “More Than a Mother” campaign.

    Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej expressed, “I am truly happy to announce the winners of our Media Awards, together with my dear sisters, The First Ladies of Africa, who are also the Ambassadors of the Merck Foundation ‘More Than a Mother’ Campaign. This year, we are delighted to celebrate 125 outstanding winners from 36 countries. It brings me joy to see such impressive participation not only from across Africa but also from several Asian and Latin American countries. Congratulations to all our incredible winners!

    It is a true pleasure to welcome you all as Merck Foundation Alumni. Let’s continue to work together to raise awareness about critical social and health challenges, be the voice of the voiceless, and create culture shift in our communities.”

    Merck Foundation Media Awards launched in 2017, are announced annually, with over 640 Winners from 52 countries celebrated to date.

    The theme of the “More Than a Mother” Media Awards is to raise awareness about important social issues like: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Ending Child Marriage, Ending Female Genital Mutilation and/or Stopping Gender-Based Violence. The theme of the “Diabetes and Hypertension” Media Awards is to Promote a Healthy Lifestyle and raise awareness about prevention and early detection of Diabetes and Hypertension.

    The Merck Foundation CEO also launched the Call for Applications for the 2025 Media Awards. “I am pleased to invite entries for the Merck Foundation Media Recognition Awards 2025 – “More Than a Mother” & “Diabetes and Hypertension”, in partnership with the African First Ladies. I look forward to receiving another outstanding round of impactful entries this year as well.” Said Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej.

    Winners of Merck Foundation “More Than a Mother” Media Recognition Awards 2024

    Here are the winners from West African Countries in partnership with The First Lady of the Republic of The Gambia, H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH-BARROW; and The First Lady of the Republic of Sierra Leone, H.E. Dr. FATIMA MAADA BIO:

    PRINT CATEGORY WINNER

    • Jennifer Ambolley, The Chronicle, Ghana (First Position)
    • Mackie Muctarr Jalloh, News Times Daily, Sierra Leone (Second position)
    • Alao Abiodun, The Nation, Nigeria (Second position)

    ONLINE CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Dzifa Tetteh Tay, The Spectator, Ghana (First Position)
    • Laudia Sawer, Ghana News Agency, Ghana (First Position)
    • Nyima Sillah, The Voice, The Gambia (Second Position)
    • Isatou Ceesay, The Gambia Point, The Gambia (Third Position)
    • Abigail Arthur, Citi Newsroom, Ghana (Third Position)
    • Odimegwu Onwumere, The Nigerian Voice, Nigeria (Third Position)

    RADIO CATEGORY WINNER

    • Mavis Offei Acheampong, GBC Radio, Ghana (First Position)
    • Joyce Kantam Kolamong, GBC Radio, Ghana(Second Position)
    • Zainab Sunkary Koroma, Star Radio, Sierra Leone (Third Position)

    MULTIMEDIA CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Tolulope Adeleru-Balogun, News Central TV, Nigeria (First Position)
    • Alieu Ceesay, QTV, The Gambia (Second Position)
    • Mona Lisa Frimpong, Joy News, Ghana (Third Position)

    Here are the Winners from Southern African Countries in partnership with The First Lady of the Republic of Malawi, H.E. Mrs. MONICA CHAKWERA; The First Lady of the Republic of Zimbabwe, H.E. Amai Dr. AUXILLIA MNANGAGWA:

    PRINT CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Precious Kumbani, The Nation, Malawi (First Position)
    • Gresham Ngwira, Freelancer, Malawi (Second Position)
    • Simon Muntemba, Daily Nation, Zambia (Second Position)
    • Charlotte Nambadja, The Namibian, Namibia (Third Position)
    • Silence Mugadzaweta, The Standard, Zimbabwe (Third Position)

    ONLINE CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Alain Kabinda, Daily News Agency, Zambia (First Position)
    • Catherine Murombedzi, Freelancer, Zimbabwe (First Position)
    • Alick Ponje, The Times, Malawi (second Position)
    • Wallace Mawire, Pan African Visions, Zimbabwe (Second Position)
    • Hamu Madzedze, 365 Health Diaries, Zimbabwe (Third Position)
    • Kundai Michael Magoronga, Chronicle, Zimbabwe (Third Position)
    • Mlondi Mkhize, Briefly News, South Africa (Third Position)

    RADIO CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Glendah Fadzai Takachicha, Capitalk FM, Zimbabwe (First Position)
    • Tina Nyirenda, Smooth FM, Zambia (Second Position)
    • Sylviah Chisi, Trans World Radio, Malawi (Second Position)
    • Nyasha Mandimutsira, Capitalk FM, Zimbabwe (Third Position)
    • Perina N. Wahara, PL FM, Malawi (Third Position)

    MULTIMEDIA CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Keneilwe Pono, YTV, Botswana (First Position)
    • Taati Niilenge, The Namibian, Namibia (Second Position)
    • Lame Lucas, YTV, Botswana (Third Position)

    Here are the winners from East African Countries:

    PRINT CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Elizabeth Angira, People Daily, Kenya (First Position)
    • Marco Maduhu, Nipashe, Tanzania (Second Position)
    • Margaret Maina, Nation Media, Kenya (Second Position)
    • Beatrice Philemon Mukocho, The Guardian, Tanzania (Third Position)
    • Vitus Audax, The Guardian, Tanzania (Third Position)

    ONLINE CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Kamau Maichuhie, Nation Online, Kenya (First Position)
    • Isabella Maua Chemosit, Freelancer, Kenya (Second Position)
    • Anne Robi, Daily News, Tanzania (Second Position)
    • Nteza Michael, UG Standard, Uganda (Third Position)
    • Benjamin Takpiny, Anadolu Agency, South Sudan (Third Position)
    • Ayele Addis Ambelu, Ethiopian Mass Media Action News, Ethiopia (Third Position)

    RADIO CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Caren Waraba Sisya, Radio Citizen, Kenya (First Position)
    • Mamer Abraham Kuot, Voice of America, South Sudan, (Second Position)
    • Mwanaisha Makumbuli, Highlands FM, Tanzania (Second Position)
    • Fatuma Mustapha Mtemangani, Pambazuko FM, Tanzania (Third Position)
    • Daniel Byiringiro, Flash FM, Rwanda (Third Position)

    MULTIMEDIA CATEGORY WINNER

    • Rose Wangui, NTV Kenya, Kenya (First Position)
    • Andrew Juma, TV47, Kenya (Second Position)
    • Leonard Kigozi  and Isabel Nakirya, CGTN Africa, Uganda (Third Position)
    • Mackriner Siyovelwa, Crown Media, Tanzania (Third Position)

    Here are the winners from French Speaking African Countries in partnership with The First Lady of the Republic of Burundi, H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE; The First Lady of Democratic Republic of the Congo, H.E. Madam DENISE NYAKERU TSHISEKEDI:

    PRINT CATEGORY WINNER

    • Issa Moussa, Niger Times, Niger (First Position)
    • Koami Agbetiafa, Niger Inter Press Group, Niger (Second Position)

    ONLINE CATEGORY WINNERS

    • AZODODASSI Mêmèdé Ambroisine, Savoir News, Togo (First Position)
    • Julio Gada, Global News, Benin (Second Position)
    • Boris Esono Nwenfor, Pan African Visions, Cameroon (Third Position)
    • Bakari Guèye, Initiatives News, Mauritania (Third Position)
    • Frimo Koukou Djipro, Lelus, Côte d’Ivoire (Third Position)

    RADIO CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Remy RUKUNDO, Radio TV Buntu, Burundi (First Position)
    • Magnus MFURANZIMA, ISÔKO FM, Burundi (First Position)
    • Mame Mbagnick DIOUF, Radio Oxyjeunes, Senegal (Second Position)
    • Tanko Worou, Radio SU TII DERA, Benin (Second Position)
    • Moussa KONE, Radio Channel 2, Mali (Third Position)

    MULTIMEDIA CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Matthias KABUYA TSHILUMBA, RTDK, DRC (First Position)

    Here are the winners from Portuguese Speaking African Countries in partnership with The First Lady of the Republic of Cabo Verde, H.E. Dr. DÉBORA KATISA CARVALHO:

    ONLINE CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Edisângela Tavares, Expresso das Ilhas, Cabo Verde (First Position)
    • Sheilla Ribeiro, Sociedade, Cabo Verde (Second Position)

    RADIO CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Teresa Monteiro Pinto, Rádio Televisão de Cabo Verde, Cabo Verde (First Position)

    MULTIMEDIA CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Ângelo Semedo, Deutsche Welle, Cabo Verde (First Position)

    Merck Foundation “Diabetes & Hypertension” Media Recognition Awards 2024

    Here are the winners from West African Countries in partnership with The First Lady of the Republic of The Gambia, H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH-BARROW; and The First Lady of the Republic of Sierra Leone, H.E. Dr. FATIMA MAADA BIO:

    PRINT CATEGORY WINNER

    • Agnes Opoku Saprong, Ghanaian Times, Ghana (First Position)
    • Patience Ivie Ihejirika, Leadership Newspaper, Nigeria (Second Position)

    ONLINE CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Muhammed Lamin Touray, Freelancer, The Gambia (First Position)
    • Prince Owusu Asiedu, Adom Online, Ghana (Second Position)
    • Lara Adejoro, The Punch, Nigeria (Third Position)

    RADIO CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Godwin Awuni Anafo, Odadee Radio, Ghana (First Position)

    MULTIMEDIA CATEGORY WINNER

    • Emmanuel Dzivenu Seyram Abla De-Souza, Joy TV, Ghana (First Position)
    • Ezedimbu Karen Ogomegbunem, Africa Independent Television, Nigeria, (Second Position)
    • Lois Abba Sambo, Abuja Broadcasting Corporation, Nigeria (Third Position)
    • Akua Oforiwa Darko, TV3, Ghana (Third Position)

    Here are the Winners from Southern African Countries in partnership with The First Lady of the Republic of Malawi, H.E. Mrs. MONICA CHAKWERA; The First Lady of the Republic of Zambia, H.E. Mrs. MUTINTA HICHILEMA; The First Lady of the Republic of Zimbabwe, H.E. Amai Dr. AUXILLIA MNANGAGWA:

    PRINT CATEGORY WINNER

    • Nancy Kefilwe Ramokhua, The Patriot, Botswana (First Position)
    • Matilda Chimwaza Majawa, Times Group, Malawi (Second Position)

    ONLINE CATEGORY WINNERS

    • June Shimuoshili, Unwrap Online, Namibia (First Position)
    • Tendai Chisiri, Sport Way News Net, Zimbabwe (Second Position)
    • Shireen van Wyk, Shay Blogger, Namibia (Third Position)
    • Prince Kurupati, Pan African Visions, Zimbabwe (Third Position)

    RADIO CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Elvis Howahowa, Times Radio, Malawi (First Position)
    • Stella Mlotha, Trans World Radio, Malawi (Second Position)

    Here are the winners from East African Countries:

    PRINT CATEGORY WINNER

    • Lucy Johnbosco, Mwananchi, Tanzania (First Position)
    • Christina Mwakangale, Nipashe, Tanzania (Second Position)

    ONLINE CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Joan Mbabazi, The New Times, Rwanda (First Position)
    • Leon Lidigu, Nation Online, Kenya (Second Position)
    • Namwalo Daniel Absalom, Kenya News Agency, Kenya (Third Position)
    • Angela Kezengwa, Citizen Digital, Kenya (Third Position)
    • Veronica Mrema, M24 Tanzania, Tanzania (Third Position)

    RADIO CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Kintu Khalid, Radio Simba, Uganda (First Position)
    • Asha Bekidusa, Bahari FM, Kenya (Second Position)

    MULTIMEDIA CATEGORY WINNER

    • Walter Mwesigye, NTV, Uganda (First Position)
    • Edvesta Tarimo, Tumaini Media, Tanzania (Second Position)

    Here are the winners from French Speaking African Countries in partnership with The First Lady of the Republic of Burundi, H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE; and The First Lady of Democratic Republic of the Congo, H.E. Madam DENISE NYAKERU TSHISEKEDI:

    PRINT CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Konan N’Guessan Attoumgbre Joseph, La Retraite Active, Côte d’Ivoire (First Position)
    • Nkurunziza Moise, Le Renouveau, Burundi (Second Position)

    ONLINE CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Bahwa Ferdinand, Le Journal Africa, Burundi (First Position)
    • Abdoulaye Ouédraogo, Queen Mafa, Burkina Faso (Second Position)
    • Richard Manirakiza, l’Agence Burundaise de Presse, Burundi (Second Position)
    • Mapote Gaye, Infomedia27, Senegal (Second Position)
    • Atha Menssan Woffa Assan, Focus Infos, Togo (Third Position)
    • Catherine Aimée Biloa, Échos Santé, Cameroon (Third Position)
    • Nadège Omoladé SANNY, SRTB Online, Benin (Third Position)

    RADIO CATEGORY WINNERS

    • MVUYEKURE Jean Claude, Radio TV Buntu, Burundi (First Position)
    • Abdoul Razak Sani Oumarou, Radio Saraounia Maradi, Niger (Second Position)
    • Kabamba Ngalamulume Fabrice, Radio Télévision de l’éducation (RTEDUC), DRC (Third Position)

    MULTIMEDIA CATEGORY WINNER

    • Chris IRAMBONA, Radio Television Buntu, Burundi (First Position)

    Here are the winners from ASIAN Countries:

    PRINT CATEGORY WINNER

    • Parikshit Nirbhay, Amar Ujala, India (First Position)
    • Revathi Murugappan, Star Health, Malaysia (Second Position)
    • Pooja Biraia, The Week, India (Third Position)

    ONLINE CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Rashe Zoe Sophia B Piquero, Cebu Daily News, Philippines (First Position)
    • Roshan Bhandari, Medicoliterature, Nepal (Second Position)
    • Crystal Chow, Undark Magazine, China (Third Position)

    Here are the winners from LATIN AMERICA Countries:

    ONLINE CATEGORY WINNERS

    • Adriana Becerra, Agencia Brunch, Mexico (First Position)
    • Rafaela Polo, UOL, Brazil (Second Position)

    MULTIMEDIA CATEGORY WINNER

    • Roxana Fabiola Lopresti, Channel 9 Televida, Argentina (First Position)
    • Ana Paula Pedrosa, R7, Brazil (Second Position)

    Details of Merck Foundation Media Awards 2025:

    1. Merck Foundation Africa Media Recognition “More Than a Mother” Awards 2025

    Theme for the awards: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, and/or Stopping GBV at all levels.

    Who can apply: Journalists from Print, Radio, Online, and Multimedia platforms from the following groups:

    1. Southern African Countries
    2. West African Countries
    3. East African Countries
    4. French Speaking African Countries
    5. Portuguese Speaking African Countries

    Submission deadline: 30th September 2025.

    2. Merck Foundation Media Recognition “Diabetes & Hypertension” Awards 2025

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    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: Gov. Kemp: June Net Tax Revenues Up 4.1%; Adjusted YTD Up 0.6%

    Source: US State of Georgia

    ATLANTA – The State of Georgia’s net tax collections in June totaled roughly $3.15 billion for an increase of $124.3 million, or 4.1 percent, compared to FY 2024 when net tax collections approached $3.03 billion for the month.

    Year-to-date, net tax revenue totaled almost $33.62 billion for an increase of $668.3 million that was driven significantly by the State’s collection of motor fuel excise tax, which was suspended by Executive Order for a period of two and a half months during the fall quarter of FY 2024. Adjusting for the year-over-year motor fuel tax changes, year-to-date net tax revenue collections for the fiscal year-ended June 30 were up $197.4 million, or 0.6 percent.

    The changes within the following tax categories help to further explain June’s overall net tax revenue increase:
     
    Individual Income Tax: Individual Income Tax collections totaled roughly $1.49 billion, for an increase of $166.1 million, or 12.5 percent, compared to last year when Individual Tax collections approached $1.33 billion.

    The following notable components within Individual Income Tax combine for the net increase:

    • Individual Income Tax refunds issued (net of voided checks) decreased $4.3 million or -4.3 percent
    • Individual Withholding payments increased by $75.4 million, or 6.7 percent, over last fiscal year
    • Individual Income Tax Return payments were up $81.6 million, or 118 percent, from June 2024
    • All other Individual Tax categories, including Estimated payments, were up a combined $4.8 million

    Sales and Use Tax: Gross Sales and Use Tax collections totaled $1.59 billion in June, for an increase of $38.2 million, or 2.5 percent, compared to FY 2024. Net Sales and Use Tax increased by $21.2 million, or 2.8 percent, compared to last year when net sales tax totaled $756.7 million. The adjusted Sales Tax distribution to local governments totaled $795.3 million, for an increase of roughly $3.7 million, or 0.5 percent, while Sales Tax refunds increased by $13.3 million compared to the previous fiscal year.

    Corporate Income Tax: Corporate Income Tax collections for the month totaled $484.7 million, which was a decrease of $52.7 million, or -9.8 percent, compared to last year’s total of $537.4 million.

    The following notable components within Corporate Income Tax make up the net decrease:

    • Corporate Income Tax refunds issued (net of voids) increased $23.8 million, or 157.5 percent
    • Corporate Income Tax Estimated payments decreased by $14.8 million, or -4.0 percent, from June 2024
    • All other Corporate Tax types, including S-Corporate payments, were down a combined $14.1 million  

    Motor Fuel Taxes: Motor Fuel Tax collections decreased by $0.5 million, or -0.3 percent, compared to FY 2024.

    Motor Vehicle – Tag & Title Fees: Motor Vehicle Tag & Title Fees decreased by $2 million, or -6.2 percent, for the month, while Title Ad Valorem Tax (TAVT) collections increased by $1.6 million, or 2.1 percent, over June 2024.

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    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Security: Unsealed Indictment Charges Three Men with Stealing Dozens of High-End and Luxury Vehicles Worth Over $5 Million

    Source: US FBI

    CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Three Charlotte men are facing federal charges for conspiring to steal and transport across state lines dozens of luxury and high-end vehicles worth well over $5 million, announced Russ Ferguson, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina. A criminal indictment was filed in June and unsealed today in federal court.

    Jason Byrnes, Special Agent in Charge of the United States Secret Service, Charlotte Field Office, and Chief Johnny Jennings of the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) join U.S. Attorney Ferguson in making today’s announcement.

    Aquanzae Jamal Switzer, 24, Da’Quante Antwone Banks, 24, and Trajan Dakiel Mack, 26, all of Charlotte, are charged with conspiracy to transport, possess, and sell stolen vehicles in interstate commerce, possession of a stolen vehicle, and interstate transportation of a stolen vehicle.

    “This multi-state automobile theft ring was organized and sophisticated,” said U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson. “Organized crime has no place in the Western District of North Carolina, and I am grateful to our law enforcement partners for disrupting this operation.”

    The indictment alleges that, between 2022 and April 2024, the defendants engaged in a conspiracy to steal dozens of high-end motor vehicles worth millions of dollars from individuals, car dealerships, and other businesses located in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Georgia, and Tennessee. To maximize their profits, Switzer, Banks, and Mack allegedly targeted luxury models by BMW, Land Rover, and Mercedez-Benz, as well trucks, sports utility vehicles, and high-end horsepower models manufactured by Chevrolet, Ford and Jeep.

    The defendants allegedly stole multiple vehicles at once, generally at night, using key fob programmers, and conspired with other individuals who served as drivers of the stolen vehicles. For example, the indictment alleges that the defendants, aided and abetted by others, stole 12 vehicles from a car dealership located in Lillington, North Carolina. To avoid detection, the co-conspirators used temporary and fictitious vehicles tags on the stolen vehicles, removed the GPS navigation and tracking systems from the vehicles, and changed the appearance of the stolen vehicles soon after the thefts.

    According to allegations in the indictment, the co-defendants and their co-conspirators often sold the stolen vehicles at prices significantly below their retail value and kept some of the vehicles for personal use and to further facilitate the scheme.

    The conspiracy charge carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison. The charges of possession of a stolen vehicle and interstate transportation of a stolen vehicle each carry a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison. If convicted, a federal district court judge will determine any sentence imposed after considering the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors.

    This is the sixth indictment filed in the U.S. District Court in Charlotte for federal offenses involving the interstate theft of vehicles since 2023. Previously, federal charges were filed against three Charlotte men for conspiring to steal luxury vehicles and transporting them across state lines. A Charlotte man was indicted for stealing high-end vehicles, including several vehicles from the Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Two individuals were charged for a scheme that involved buying and selling stolen vehicles from across the country. Five individuals were indicted for stealing luxury vehicles from dealerships throughout the United States, and two additional individuals were indicted for orchestrating high-end auto thefts from businesses in South Carolina.

    The charges against the defendants are allegations and they are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

    U.S. Attorney Ferguson commended the Secret Service and CMPD for their investigation of this case and thanked the FBI and the National Insurance Crime Bureau and Homeland Security Investigations for their assistance with the prior prosecutions. 

    Assistant U.S. Attorneys William Bozin and Daniel Ryan of the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Charlotte are prosecuting the cases.

     

     

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    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Analysis: The Edwardians: Age of Elegance – a glimpse into royal patronage of the arts in the early 20th century

    Source: The Conversation – UK – By Jane Hamlett, Professor of Modern British History, Royal Holloway University of London

    King Edward VII, the son of Queen Victoria, ascended the throne upon her death in 1901, but unlike his mother, he ruled for a very short period and died in 1910. His reign, along with the years immediately before the outbreak of the first world war in 1914, are known as the Edwardian period.

    Taking in this particular era, The Edwardians: Age of Elegance at the King’s Gallery in Buckingham Palace, focuses on the artistic patronage of Edward VII and his wife Alexandra of Denmark, and their son George V and his wife Mary of Teck.

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    Edward and Alexandra were married in 1863, and as Prince and Princess of Wales the pair were leading tastemakers in Victorian upper-class society in the years before Edward came to the throne at the beginning of the 20th century.

    This is often regarded as a golden age before the carnage and disruption of the great war saw the world indelibly change. However, the exhibition is not confined to these years and also reaches back into the Victorian period (1837-1901).

    Those hoping to experience some of the glamour of the royal family won’t be disappointed. The first room takes visitors into the heady atmosphere of the Marlborough House set which centred around Edward and Alexandra’s residence in St James’s. One case commemorates the 1871 Waverley Ball which marked the centenary of popular Scottish novelist Sir Walter Scott. Alexandra’s elaborate Mary Queen of Scots costume – a silk dress with gold lacings – is on display.

    The pageantry of the court is communicated through a series of stunning narrative paintings including the Danish artist Laurits Tuxen’s The Garden Party at Buckingham Palace (1897-1900) and The Family of Queen Victoria in 1887 (1887) painted for her golden jubilee in 1887.

    This theme is picked up in the second large room, which focuses on the lavish world of the court. Here, the opulent 1911 coronation robes of George and Mary and a case of necklaces and jewellery take centre stage. This exhibit is the star of the show with plenty of visitors posing for photographs in front of it.

    Royals as art collectors

    But beneath all the glitz and glamour there’s a subtler story about how the royal family worked as collectors and their wider role in Britain and beyond. One of the most interesting things about the exhibition is that it reveals the personal taste of the royals, through what they chose to collect.

    Horses, dogs and yachts are prominent. Edward’s dog Caesar, the wire-haired fox terrier who famously followed his funeral procession in 1910, appears in several images, and his race horse Persimmon is also represented.

    Edward and Alexandra were patrons of leading artists of the day – he owned a number of works by the popular Victorian painter Frederic Leighton, while she collected art by the Pre-Raphaelite artist Edward Burne Jones. Alexandra also supported Minton’s pottery studio in the 1870s, which employed many women artists.

    The exhibition also reveals Alexandra’s personal artistic activities. Like many upper-class Victorian women, she was a keen photographer and creator of photo albums. In the second half of the 19th century, album-making offered women an outlet for creativity and emotional expression. An album of designs made by Alexandra in the 1860s features photos arranged in a spiders web, with family and friends transformed into butterflies and insects.

    Royal patronage was often about international connections. Alexandra’s Danish heritage is expressed through pieces from the Royal Copenhagen porcelain manufacturing company, including a massive porcelain cabinet, featuring an ornamental roof topped by a group of dancing monkeys surrounding a large swan.

    A larger room is devoted to objects amassed on visits and through diplomatic exchange with the colonies which at the time included India, part of Africa, Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Increasingly speedy travel networks brought the world closer in the late 19th century and the royal family were able to travel further and more frequently than ever before. These visits played an important role in Britain’s imperial identity, and underlined the nation’s global power.

    Between 1875 and 1876 Edward toured India. This trip produced a dazzling array of diplomatic gifts, such as a case filled with ornately decorated Indian weapons. After the visit Edward created a special Indian room for them at Marlborough House. Today, they sparkle in their cabinet for the exhibition’s visitors.

    The exhibition does a good job of revealing the importance of imperial connections to the royal collections and the role of the royals in the larger colonial project, but in places I would have liked to know more about the stories behind these objects.

    There’s a tension between the precise attribution of the work of British and European artists and the objects that have been gifted from the colonies – almost all labelled “unidentified maker”.

    The absence of such information is the product of longstanding curatorial habits that shaped these collections in the past and continue to determine what we know about them today. This does mean that there are some absences about the origins and makers of these things, which could have been acknowledged more in some of the exhibition text.

    This was particularly evident when looking at a large portrait of the Maori dancer Terewai Horomona by Gottfried Lindauer. The image has an elaborate frame with a plaque declaring it was presented to the Prince of Wales by the New Zealand commissioner for the Colonial and India Exhibition, 1886.

    The commentary states that Edward was “enchanted” with the portrait which was “promptly gifted” to him. But this might have been better used as an opportunity to give some thought to the woman whose image was framed, presented and exchanged.

    Overall, though, this is an enjoyable exhibition that reveals the royal social world, patronage and imperial connections, and tells a fascinating story about the artistic taste and activities of the lesser-known monarchs of the early 20th century.

    Jane Hamlett does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

    – ref. The Edwardians: Age of Elegance – a glimpse into royal patronage of the arts in the early 20th century – https://theconversation.com/the-edwardians-age-of-elegance-a-glimpse-into-royal-patronage-of-the-arts-in-the-early-20th-century-259909

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    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Analysis: Golden eagles were reintroduced to Ireland, but without prey they’re now struggling to thrive

    Source: The Conversation – UK – By Fiona McAuliffe, Lecturer of Ecology, Scotland’s Rural College

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    In the early 2000s, golden eagles soared once again over the hills of Donegal in northwest Ireland, for the first time in nearly a century. Their return was celebrated as a landmark in Irish conservation, a hopeful sign that one of the island’s most iconic predators was back.

    But two decades on, the reality is sobering. The population remains small with just five territorial pairs and an estimated total population of just 20-25 birds. Breeding success is poor, and the golden eagle’s future in Ireland is uncertain. So what went wrong?

    Our research published in the Irish Naturalists’ Journal suggests the problem isn’t with the eagles themselves – it’s with the landscape they were released into. On paper, Donegal’s uplands looked ideal: open terrain, low human disturbance and ample wild prey. But over time, key parts of that ecosystem have quietly unravelled.

    Golden eagles rely on a steady supply of prey to thrive and raise chicks – notably red grouse and Irish hares. Yet, during our recent surveys along transects (predetermined lines through an area) and footage from camera traps in and around Glenveagh national park, the uplands seemed eerily quiet. Not just quiet of eagles, but of the smaller animals they prey on for food. The landscape looked wild, but had lost some of its vital living components.

    When comparing the available prey biomass, that’s the combined weight of grouse and hares per unit area, Donegal had 74-83% less prey than equivalent areas in the Scottish Highlands where golden eagles are thriving. That’s an enormous shortfall. Without enough food, adult eagles must travel further to hunt and spend more energy – and so are less likely to raise chicks successfully. A few lean years can tip a small population like this into crisis.

    Why is prey so scarce? One of the main culprits is overgrazing. Red deer numbers have exploded across Ireland in recent decades. In places such as Donegal, their constant browsing and grazing has severely degraded upland habitats. This damages the heather moorlands that grouse and hares depend on, leaving them with less cover and fewer food sources.

    Red deer were the most common species recorded during camera trap surveys.
    Queen’s University Belfast

    Add to this the growing pressure from medium-sized predators, including foxes and badgers. Without apex predators such as wolves or lynx to keep them in check, these “mesopredators” flourish. This well-documented phenomenon is known as mesopredator release where populations of mid-sized predators increase after the loss of top predators, often leading to greater pressure on prey species, such as ground-nesting birds and young hares, compounding the challenges for these struggling prey species.

    And while Ireland’s conservation laws look strong on paper, implementation often lags behind. Some protected areas remain heavily grazed, burned or unmanaged. Management plans are either missing, unenforced or outdated. This weakens the very protections meant to sustain wildlife.

    A lesson for rewilding

    The reintroduction of golden eagles was based on the best available knowledge at the time. But ecosystems aren’t static. What may have been viable habitat in the 1990s no longer meets the needs of a breeding eagle population today.

    Reintroducing a species isn’t enough. The systems that sustain it also need to be restored. The clichéd paradigm that nature-is-good and humans-are-bad isn’t helpful. Instead modern landscapes are often so degraded that they can’t recover if left alone.

    Upland areas within Glenveagh national park are overgrazed, leading to exposed peat and erosion.
    Fiona McAuliffe

    Conservation can facilitate active recovery. Real rewilding is about more than simply “putting animals back” and “letting nature take its course”. It is about putting systems back: predators, prey, plants and the processes that connect them.

    Despite the challenges, the golden eagle population has not failed in Ireland – not yet at least. To turn the tide, conservation efforts must go beyond charismatic species and focus on landscape restoration. That means reducing overgrazing, supporting prey recovery, rebalancing predator dynamics and making sure protected areas are actually protected.

    Encouragingly, Glenveagh national park has begun some of this work, by reducing deer overgrazing and regenerating native woodlands. If this landscape restoration is sustained and expanded, golden eagles could still thrive in a more balanced, functioning upland ecosystem.

    These birds are more than just a symbol of wildness. They are a litmus test of ecosystem health. Right now, they’re telling us something important. Something those calling for the reintroduction of other top predators, including wolves, would do well to consider.

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    The authors do not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and have disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

    – ref. Golden eagles were reintroduced to Ireland, but without prey they’re now struggling to thrive – https://theconversation.com/golden-eagles-were-reintroduced-to-ireland-but-without-prey-theyre-now-struggling-to-thrive-258832

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    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Analysis: I rode the Tour de France to study its impact on the human body – here’s what I learned

    Source: The Conversation – UK – By Steve Faulkner, Senior Lecturer in Exercise Physiology, Nottingham Trent University

    The Tour de France is often called the world’s biggest annual sporting event. Each July up to 12 million people line the roadside, while the cumulative TV audience tops 3 billion viewers across 190 countries.

    In 2025, 184 riders will compete in teams of eight, racing a punishing 3,500 km route with nearly 50,000 metres of climbing – roughly the height of Mount Everest six times over. Across 21 stages riders tackle time trials, flat sprints and brutal mountain passes through the Alps, Pyrenees and Massif Central.

    Professional cyclists possess extraordinary endurance and are capable of generating high power outputs day after day. Yet, despite having far less training and support, in recent years a number of amateur cyclists have begun riding the Tour route just days before the pros. The Tour 21 is one such effort and offers cyclists a chance to follow in the tyre tracks of the elite while raising money for a good cause.

    In 2021 I joined 19 others to ride the full route in support of Cure Leukaemia, with a shared goal of raising £1 million for blood cancer research. As a blood cancer survivor diagnosed at 16, this challenge combined my love of cycling, my background in science and my deep desire to give back to the community that helped save my life. It was also a unique opportunity to study how amateur cyclists cope with one of the most demanding endurance events in the world.

    The research findings were published in the Journal of Science and Cycling, to coincide with 2025’s Grand Départ (the official start of the race) in Lille.

    Training for the impossible

    Originally, the study planned to include lab-based physiological assessments of the amateur cyclists undertaking the Tour de France route, but the COVID-19 pandemic forced us to adapt and rely instead on data from training diaries. These gave us insight into how much (or little) training had been done leading up to the ride, and how riders managed the physical and mental strain during the event itself.

    While professional cyclists typically train 20–25 hours a week – often at altitude, with tailored coaching and racing schedules – our group of amateurs had full-time jobs, were typically 15–20 years older than the pros and trained around seven to ten hours a week.

    Our preparation was far from ideal, averaging just 47km per ride and 350 metres of climbing; a fraction of what the Tour demands. In fact, this amounted to less than 10% of the required climbing during the mountain stages.

    Once the ride began, the contrast between training and reality was stark. The group averaged nearly seven hours of riding a day, a 300% increase from their usual routine. Within four days signs of overtraining began to emerge: riders were no longer able to elevate their heart rates, a classic marker of central nervous system fatigue and excessive physical stress.

    As the days progressed, performance metrics continued to decline: heart rates dropped, power outputs fell and mood scores deteriorated. The cumulative fatigue was undeniable.

    Surprisingly, when we compared our amateur data to metrics from professional riders, we found that although pros ride at much higher power outputs, amateurs were subject to greater relative stress. On some days they spent almost double the time in the saddle, which meant they operated closer to their physical limits, with far less time for recovery – and often suboptimal sleep and nutrition.

    By the final week many of the riders could no longer produce the same power they had in the first few days. In some cases, heart rates wouldn’t rise above 100 beats per minute – a clear sign of accumulated fatigue and physiological overload.

    How to prepare for an ultra-endurance challenge

    If you’re planning to take on a major endurance event – whether it’s cycling, running, or hiking – here are some lessons from the road:

    1. Train specifically for the event

    Your training should mirror the challenge ahead. For the Tour, this meant preparing for long, back-to-back days with significant climbing. Mimic the intensity, volume and terrain as closely as possible.

    2. Understand how quickly fatigue builds

    Over multiple days, fatigue doesn’t just accumulate – it compounds. Listen to your body, adapt your plan and include plenty of recovery time.

    3. Prioritise nutrition and recovery

    These two factors can make or break your performance. You’ll need to consume enough energy to fuel the effort, but avoid excessive intake that leads to unnecessary weight gain. Recovery – through sleep, rest and refuelling – is equally vital.

    4. Work with an experienced coach

    More than fancy bikes or high-tech gear, a good coach is your best investment. They can help tailor your training plan, track your progress and adapt strategies as needed. Don’t underestimate this support.

    A ride to remember

    Completing the Tour de France route is a monumental achievement for any cyclist — amateur or pro. In 2021, our team not only rode the full route, but also raised over £1 million for Cure Leukaemia. For me, it marked a deeply personal milestone in my cancer journey.

    Throughout those 21 days, I thought often of the physical and emotional battles I faced during treatment; moments when I didn’t know if I’d survive, let alone ride across France. That experience gave me the resilience to keep going, even when my body was screaming to stop.

    Riding the Tour taught me that we’re capable of far more than we realise, especially when we ride with purpose.

    Steve Faulkner does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

    – ref. I rode the Tour de France to study its impact on the human body – here’s what I learned – https://theconversation.com/i-rode-the-tour-de-france-to-study-its-impact-on-the-human-body-heres-what-i-learned-260524

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    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Analysis: Four reasons why many of us feel the global economy is not on our side

    Source: The Conversation – UK – By Cahal Moran, Visiting Fellow in the Department of Psychological and Behavioural Science, London School of Economics and Political Science

    During my adult life, I have never experienced what it’s like to live in a “good” economy. Starting with the global financial crash in 2008, which hit just as I began studying economics, the world seems to have lurched from crisis to crisis and the UK economy even more so.

    Some of those crises, like the crash and COVID, are sudden shocks. Others have been more gradual, such as increasingly unaffordable housing or the rising dominance of the world’s ultra rich.

    As I explore in my new book, Why We’re Getting Poorer, the result of these crises is an economic system which works for some much more than it does for others. Here are four reasons why you may be feeling let down.

    1. Grasping for growth

    Like many of his fellow leaders across the world, the British prime minister, Keir Starmer, is aiming to make economic growth the primary mission of his government. And understandably so.

    A growing economy puts more money in people’s pockets and brings other benefits such as low unemployment. But economic growth is not easy (in the UK it has been poor for a long time).

    That’s because there’s no GDP dial that a prime minister or president can simply turn up. Research shows that economic growth is an amorphous and difficult goal which depends on many factors – geopolitical, demographic, technological – outside any single country’s control.

    One option is to focus on achievable goals around investment, like the public investments of £113 billion on homes, transport and energy planned in the UK. But big projects can take a long time to build and develop, so even if they do boost growth, it can take a while for households to feel the benefits.

    2. Inherent inequality

    Against the backdrop of low growth in the UK has been high inequality, under Conservative and Labour governments. And again, inequality is an international issue.

    The wealth of the richest people in the world skyrocketed over COVID, buoyed in many cases by the increased importance of the tech sector during lockdowns. Even before the pandemic, wealth inequality was a problem across the globe.

    This imbalance has given the very richest opportunities to buy up commercial competitors, indulge in space travel and control large parts of the media, exerting extreme economic, social and political power. Needless to say, their economic priorities are not the same as everyone else’s.

    Meanwhile, communities and regions may be left behind, with declining physical and social infrastructure. People living in hollowed out areas where incomes and opportunities are limited are unlikely to feel that the economic system is working for them.

    3. Globalisation

    Globalisation has made a lot of people – in places like China, India and Brazil – better off. But it is not a system which ensures economic benefits for everyone.

    With global competition, big businesses are often under pressure to reduce costs. Free trade deals have often failed to enforce labour standards or redistribute gains to poorly paid workers, and in many cases simply made the rich richer.

    Such a distorted form of economic governance, where large sections of society end up feeling left behind was bound to provoke a response. Some would link it to recent political events like Brexit and the presidencies of Donald Trump, whose international tariffs are a clear attempt to reverse the rise of globalisation.

    Sporadic supply chains.
    Corona Borealis Studio/Shutterstock

    Since the pandemic, more fault-lines have been exposed. The global economy has become too dependent on certain regions, epitomised by Taiwanese dominance in the manufacturing of semiconductors, or European reliance on Russia for gas and oil.

    Recent years have also seen supply chain bottlenecks, leading to shortages of goods including cars, phones and even salad ingredients. Inflexible global systems have been ineffective, and internationally agreed fixes are hard to achieve.

    4. Climate change

    World news at the start of 2020 was dominated by the massive wildfires raging across Australia. At the start of 2025, Los Angeles burned.

    As the global climate shifts and lurches, extreme weather events are becoming more common. Floods, hurricanes and extreme temperatures look to be the likely outcome.

    When sea levels rise, countless coastal cities will experience flooding, and many Pacific islands may disappear altogether. The UN’s climate science advisory group, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) suggests that humanity will struggle with food production, disease and massive migration.

    This will all result in huge economic costs, impeding growth and disrupting livelihoods across the world. According to the IPCC, the impacts could range from extreme weather events disrupting infrastructure to changing weather reducing yields in agriculture, forestry and fishing.

    Yet many countries appear to be backtracking on their commitment to reducing emissions. It seems they would prefer to deal with the fallout of climate change rather than invest in potential solutions like carbon taxes, walkable cities or alternative fuels. But such acts of self-harm are not a sound basis for a prosperous economy, society or planet.

    Cahal Moran does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

    – ref. Four reasons why many of us feel the global economy is not on our side – https://theconversation.com/four-reasons-why-many-of-us-feel-the-global-economy-is-not-on-our-side-252220

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    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Analysis: Brics is sliding towards irrelevance – the Rio summit made that clear

    Source: The Conversation – UK – By Amalendu Misra, Professor of International Politics, Lancaster University

    The Brics group of nations has just concluded its 17th annual summit in the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro. But, despite member states adopting a long list of commitments covering global governance, finance, health, AI and climate change, the summit was a lacklustre affair.

    The two most prominent leaders from the group’s founding members – Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa – were conspicuously absent. Russia’s president, Vladimir Putin, only attended virtually due to an outstanding arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court over his role in the war in Ukraine.

    China’s Xi Jinping avoided the summit altogether for unknown reasons, sending his prime minister, Li Qiang, instead. This was Xi’s first no-show at a Brics summit, with the snub prompting suggestions that Beijing’s enthusiasm for the group as part of an emerging new world order is in decline.

    Perhaps the most notable takeaway from the summit was a statement that came not from the Brics nations but the US. As Brics leaders gathered in Rio, the US president, Donald Trump, warned on social media: “Any Country aligning themselves with the Anti-American policies of BRICS, will be charged an ADDITIONAL 10% Tariff. There will be no exceptions to this policy.”

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    Trump has long been critical of Brics. This is largely because the group has consistently floated the idea of adopting a common currency to challenge the dominance of the US dollar in international trade.

    Such a move makes sense if we focus on trade figures. In 2024, the value of trade among the Brics nations was around US$5 trillion, accounting for approximately 22% of global exports. Member nations have always felt their economic potential could be fully realised if they were not reliant upon the US dollar as their common currency of trade.

    During their 2024 summit, which was held in the Russian city of Kazan, the Brics nations entered into serious discussions around creating a gold-backed currency. At a time when the Trump administration is waging a global trade war, the emergence of an alternative to the US dollar would be a very serious pushback against US economic hegemony.



    Read more:
    Why Donald Trump’s election could hasten the end of US dollar dominance

    But the freshly concluded Brics summit did not present any concrete move towards achieving that objective. In fact, the 31-page Rio de Janeiro joint declaration even contained some reassurances about the global importance of the US dollar.

    There are two key obstacles hindering Brics from translating its vision of a common currency into reality. First is that some founding member nations are uncomfortable with adopting such an economic model, in large part due to internal rivalries within Brics itself.

    India, currently the fourth-largest economy in the world, has a history of periodic confrontation and strategic competition with China. It is reticent about adopting an alternative to the US dollar, concerned that this could make China more powerful and undercut India’s long-term interests.

    Second is that the Brics member nations are dependent on their bilateral trade with the US. Simply put, embracing an alternative currency is counterproductive when it comes to the current economic interests of individual countries. Brazil, China and India, for example, all export more to the US than they import from it.

    In December 2024, following his election as US president, Trump said: “We require a commitment from these countries that they will neither create a new Brics currency nor back any other currency to replace the mighty US dollar or they will face 100% tariffs and should expect to say goodbye to selling into the wonderful US economy”. This blunt message all but killed any enthusiasm that was there for this grand economic model.

    Caught in contradiction

    The Brics group is a behemoth. Its full 11 members account for 40% of the world’s population and economy. But the bloc is desperately short of providing any cohesive alternative global leadership.

    While Brazil used its position as host to highlight Brics as a truly multilateral forum capable of providing leadership in a new world order, such ambitions are thwarted by the many contradictions plaguing this bloc.

    Among these are tensions between founding members China and India, which have been running high for decades.

    There are other contradictions, too. In their joint Rio declaration, the group’s members decried the recent Israeli and US attacks on Iran. Brazil’s president, Luiz Inácio “Lula” da Silva, also used his position as summit host to criticise the Israeli offensive in Gaza.

    But this moral high ground appears hollow when you consider that the Russian Federation, a key member of Brics, is on a mission to destroy Ukraine. And rather than condemning Russia, Brics leaders used the Rio summit to criticise recent Ukrainian attacks on Russia’s railway infrastructure.

    Brics declared intention to address the issue of climate change is also problematic. The Rio declaration conveyed the group’s support for multilateralism and unity to achieve the goals of the Paris agreement. But, despite China making significant advances in its green energy sector, Brics contains some of the world’s biggest emitters of greenhouse gases as well as several of the largest oil and gas producers.

    Brics can only stay relevant and provide credible leadership in a fast-changing international order when it addresses its many inner contradictions.

    Amalendu Misra is a recipient of British Academy and Nuffield Foundation Fellowships.

    – ref. Brics is sliding towards irrelevance – the Rio summit made that clear – https://theconversation.com/brics-is-sliding-towards-irrelevance-the-rio-summit-made-that-clear-260653

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    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Submissions: I rode the Tour de France to study its impact on the human body – here’s what I learned

    Source: The Conversation – UK – By Steve Faulkner, Senior Lecturer in Exercise Physiology, Nottingham Trent University

    The Tour de France is often called the world’s biggest annual sporting event. Each July up to 12 million people line the roadside, while the cumulative TV audience tops 3 billion viewers across 190 countries.

    In 2025, 184 riders will compete in teams of eight, racing a punishing 3,500 km route with nearly 50,000 metres of climbing – roughly the height of Mount Everest six times over. Across 21 stages riders tackle time trials, flat sprints and brutal mountain passes through the Alps, Pyrenees and Massif Central.

    Professional cyclists possess extraordinary endurance and are capable of generating high power outputs day after day. Yet, despite having far less training and support, in recent years a number of amateur cyclists have begun riding the Tour route just days before the pros. The Tour 21 is one such effort and offers cyclists a chance to follow in the tyre tracks of the elite while raising money for a good cause.

    In 2021 I joined 19 others to ride the full route in support of Cure Leukaemia, with a shared goal of raising £1 million for blood cancer research. As a blood cancer survivor diagnosed at 16, this challenge combined my love of cycling, my background in science and my deep desire to give back to the community that helped save my life. It was also a unique opportunity to study how amateur cyclists cope with one of the most demanding endurance events in the world.

    The research findings were published in the Journal of Science and Cycling, to coincide with 2025’s Grand Départ (the official start of the race) in Lille.

    Training for the impossible

    Originally, the study planned to include lab-based physiological assessments of the amateur cyclists undertaking the Tour de France route, but the COVID-19 pandemic forced us to adapt and rely instead on data from training diaries. These gave us insight into how much (or little) training had been done leading up to the ride, and how riders managed the physical and mental strain during the event itself.

    While professional cyclists typically train 20–25 hours a week – often at altitude, with tailored coaching and racing schedules – our group of amateurs had full-time jobs, were typically 15–20 years older than the pros and trained around seven to ten hours a week.

    Our preparation was far from ideal, averaging just 47km per ride and 350 metres of climbing; a fraction of what the Tour demands. In fact, this amounted to less than 10% of the required climbing during the mountain stages.

    Once the ride began, the contrast between training and reality was stark. The group averaged nearly seven hours of riding a day, a 300% increase from their usual routine. Within four days signs of overtraining began to emerge: riders were no longer able to elevate their heart rates, a classic marker of central nervous system fatigue and excessive physical stress.

    As the days progressed, performance metrics continued to decline: heart rates dropped, power outputs fell and mood scores deteriorated. The cumulative fatigue was undeniable.

    Surprisingly, when we compared our amateur data to metrics from professional riders, we found that although pros ride at much higher power outputs, amateurs were subject to greater relative stress. On some days they spent almost double the time in the saddle, which meant they operated closer to their physical limits, with far less time for recovery – and often suboptimal sleep and nutrition.

    By the final week many of the riders could no longer produce the same power they had in the first few days. In some cases, heart rates wouldn’t rise above 100 beats per minute – a clear sign of accumulated fatigue and physiological overload.

    How to prepare for an ultra-endurance challenge

    If you’re planning to take on a major endurance event – whether it’s cycling, running, or hiking – here are some lessons from the road:

    1. Train specifically for the event

    Your training should mirror the challenge ahead. For the Tour, this meant preparing for long, back-to-back days with significant climbing. Mimic the intensity, volume and terrain as closely as possible.

    2. Understand how quickly fatigue builds

    Over multiple days, fatigue doesn’t just accumulate – it compounds. Listen to your body, adapt your plan and include plenty of recovery time.

    3. Prioritise nutrition and recovery

    These two factors can make or break your performance. You’ll need to consume enough energy to fuel the effort, but avoid excessive intake that leads to unnecessary weight gain. Recovery – through sleep, rest and refuelling – is equally vital.

    4. Work with an experienced coach

    More than fancy bikes or high-tech gear, a good coach is your best investment. They can help tailor your training plan, track your progress and adapt strategies as needed. Don’t underestimate this support.

    A ride to remember

    Completing the Tour de France route is a monumental achievement for any cyclist — amateur or pro. In 2021, our team not only rode the full route, but also raised over £1 million for Cure Leukaemia. For me, it marked a deeply personal milestone in my cancer journey.

    Throughout those 21 days, I thought often of the physical and emotional battles I faced during treatment; moments when I didn’t know if I’d survive, let alone ride across France. That experience gave me the resilience to keep going, even when my body was screaming to stop.

    Riding the Tour taught me that we’re capable of far more than we realise, especially when we ride with purpose.

    Steve Faulkner does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

    – ref. I rode the Tour de France to study its impact on the human body – here’s what I learned – https://theconversation.com/i-rode-the-tour-de-france-to-study-its-impact-on-the-human-body-heres-what-i-learned-260524

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    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Submissions: Four reasons why many of us feel the global economy is not on our side

    Source: The Conversation – UK – By Cahal Moran, Visiting Fellow in the Department of Psychological and Behavioural Science, London School of Economics and Political Science

    During my adult life, I have never experienced what it’s like to live in a “good” economy. Starting with the global financial crash in 2008, which hit just as I began studying economics, the world seems to have lurched from crisis to crisis and the UK economy even more so.

    Some of those crises, like the crash and COVID, are sudden shocks. Others have been more gradual, such as increasingly unaffordable housing or the rising dominance of the world’s ultra rich.

    As I explore in my new book, Why We’re Getting Poorer, the result of these crises is an economic system which works for some much more than it does for others. Here are four reasons why you may be feeling let down.

    1. Grasping for growth

    Like many of his fellow leaders across the world, the British prime minister, Keir Starmer, is aiming to make economic growth the primary mission of his government. And understandably so.

    A growing economy puts more money in people’s pockets and brings other benefits such as low unemployment. But economic growth is not easy (in the UK it has been poor for a long time).

    That’s because there’s no GDP dial that a prime minister or president can simply turn up. Research shows that economic growth is an amorphous and difficult goal which depends on many factors – geopolitical, demographic, technological – outside any single country’s control.

    One option is to focus on achievable goals around investment, like the public investments of £113 billion on homes, transport and energy planned in the UK. But big projects can take a long time to build and develop, so even if they do boost growth, it can take a while for households to feel the benefits.

    2. Inherent inequality

    Against the backdrop of low growth in the UK has been high inequality, under Conservative and Labour governments. And again, inequality is an international issue.

    The wealth of the richest people in the world skyrocketed over COVID, buoyed in many cases by the increased importance of the tech sector during lockdowns. Even before the pandemic, wealth inequality was a problem across the globe.

    This imbalance has given the very richest opportunities to buy up commercial competitors, indulge in space travel and control large parts of the media, exerting extreme economic, social and political power. Needless to say, their economic priorities are not the same as everyone else’s.

    Meanwhile, communities and regions may be left behind, with declining physical and social infrastructure. People living in hollowed out areas where incomes and opportunities are limited are unlikely to feel that the economic system is working for them.

    3. Globalisation

    Globalisation has made a lot of people – in places like China, India and Brazil – better off. But it is not a system which ensures economic benefits for everyone.

    With global competition, big businesses are often under pressure to reduce costs. Free trade deals have often failed to enforce labour standards or redistribute gains to poorly paid workers, and in many cases simply made the rich richer.

    Such a distorted form of economic governance, where large sections of society end up feeling left behind was bound to provoke a response. Some would link it to recent political events like Brexit and the presidencies of Donald Trump, whose international tariffs are a clear attempt to reverse the rise of globalisation.

    Sporadic supply chains.
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    Since the pandemic, more fault-lines have been exposed. The global economy has become too dependent on certain regions, epitomised by Taiwanese dominance in the manufacturing of semiconductors, or European reliance on Russia for gas and oil.

    Recent years have also seen supply chain bottlenecks, leading to shortages of goods including cars, phones and even salad ingredients. Inflexible global systems have been ineffective, and internationally agreed fixes are hard to achieve.

    4. Climate change

    World news at the start of 2020 was dominated by the massive wildfires raging across Australia. At the start of 2025, Los Angeles burned.

    As the global climate shifts and lurches, extreme weather events are becoming more common. Floods, hurricanes and extreme temperatures look to be the likely outcome.

    When sea levels rise, countless coastal cities will experience flooding, and many Pacific islands may disappear altogether. The UN’s climate science advisory group, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) suggests that humanity will struggle with food production, disease and massive migration.

    This will all result in huge economic costs, impeding growth and disrupting livelihoods across the world. According to the IPCC, the impacts could range from extreme weather events disrupting infrastructure to changing weather reducing yields in agriculture, forestry and fishing.

    Yet many countries appear to be backtracking on their commitment to reducing emissions. It seems they would prefer to deal with the fallout of climate change rather than invest in potential solutions like carbon taxes, walkable cities or alternative fuels. But such acts of self-harm are not a sound basis for a prosperous economy, society or planet.

    Cahal Moran does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

    – ref. Four reasons why many of us feel the global economy is not on our side – https://theconversation.com/four-reasons-why-many-of-us-feel-the-global-economy-is-not-on-our-side-252220

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    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Submissions: Brics is sliding towards irrelevance – the Rio summit made that clear

    Source: The Conversation – UK – By Amalendu Misra, Professor of International Politics, Lancaster University

    The Brics group of nations has just concluded its 17th annual summit in the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro. But, despite member states adopting a long list of commitments covering global governance, finance, health, AI and climate change, the summit was a lacklustre affair.

    The two most prominent leaders from the group’s founding members – Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa – were conspicuously absent. Russia’s president, Vladimir Putin, only attended virtually due to an outstanding arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court over his role in the war in Ukraine.

    China’s Xi Jinping avoided the summit altogether for unknown reasons, sending his prime minister, Li Qiang, instead. This was Xi’s first no-show at a Brics summit, with the snub prompting suggestions that Beijing’s enthusiasm for the group as part of an emerging new world order is in decline.

    Perhaps the most notable takeaway from the summit was a statement that came not from the Brics nations but the US. As Brics leaders gathered in Rio, the US president, Donald Trump, warned on social media: “Any Country aligning themselves with the Anti-American policies of BRICS, will be charged an ADDITIONAL 10% Tariff. There will be no exceptions to this policy.”

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    Trump has long been critical of Brics. This is largely because the group has consistently floated the idea of adopting a common currency to challenge the dominance of the US dollar in international trade.

    Such a move makes sense if we focus on trade figures. In 2024, the value of trade among the Brics nations was around US$5 trillion, accounting for approximately 22% of global exports. Member nations have always felt their economic potential could be fully realised if they were not reliant upon the US dollar as their common currency of trade.

    During their 2024 summit, which was held in the Russian city of Kazan, the Brics nations entered into serious discussions around creating a gold-backed currency. At a time when the Trump administration is waging a global trade war, the emergence of an alternative to the US dollar would be a very serious pushback against US economic hegemony.



    Read more:
    Why Donald Trump’s election could hasten the end of US dollar dominance

    But the freshly concluded Brics summit did not present any concrete move towards achieving that objective. In fact, the 31-page Rio de Janeiro joint declaration even contained some reassurances about the global importance of the US dollar.

    There are two key obstacles hindering Brics from translating its vision of a common currency into reality. First is that some founding member nations are uncomfortable with adopting such an economic model, in large part due to internal rivalries within Brics itself.

    India, currently the fourth-largest economy in the world, has a history of periodic confrontation and strategic competition with China. It is reticent about adopting an alternative to the US dollar, concerned that this could make China more powerful and undercut India’s long-term interests.

    Second is that the Brics member nations are dependent on their bilateral trade with the US. Simply put, embracing an alternative currency is counterproductive when it comes to the current economic interests of individual countries. Brazil, China and India, for example, all export more to the US than they import from it.

    In December 2024, following his election as US president, Trump said: “We require a commitment from these countries that they will neither create a new Brics currency nor back any other currency to replace the mighty US dollar or they will face 100% tariffs and should expect to say goodbye to selling into the wonderful US economy”. This blunt message all but killed any enthusiasm that was there for this grand economic model.

    Caught in contradiction

    The Brics group is a behemoth. Its full 11 members account for 40% of the world’s population and economy. But the bloc is desperately short of providing any cohesive alternative global leadership.

    While Brazil used its position as host to highlight Brics as a truly multilateral forum capable of providing leadership in a new world order, such ambitions are thwarted by the many contradictions plaguing this bloc.

    Among these are tensions between founding members China and India, which have been running high for decades.

    There are other contradictions, too. In their joint Rio declaration, the group’s members decried the recent Israeli and US attacks on Iran. Brazil’s president, Luiz Inácio “Lula” da Silva, also used his position as summit host to criticise the Israeli offensive in Gaza.

    But this moral high ground appears hollow when you consider that the Russian Federation, a key member of Brics, is on a mission to destroy Ukraine. And rather than condemning Russia, Brics leaders used the Rio summit to criticise recent Ukrainian attacks on Russia’s railway infrastructure.

    Brics declared intention to address the issue of climate change is also problematic. The Rio declaration conveyed the group’s support for multilateralism and unity to achieve the goals of the Paris agreement. But, despite China making significant advances in its green energy sector, Brics contains some of the world’s biggest emitters of greenhouse gases as well as several of the largest oil and gas producers.

    Brics can only stay relevant and provide credible leadership in a fast-changing international order when it addresses its many inner contradictions.

    Amalendu Misra is a recipient of British Academy and Nuffield Foundation Fellowships.

    – ref. Brics is sliding towards irrelevance – the Rio summit made that clear – https://theconversation.com/brics-is-sliding-towards-irrelevance-the-rio-summit-made-that-clear-260653

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    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI: Blue Navy Recovery Celebrates 40 5-Star Reviews on Google, Reinforcing Role as a Top-Rated Unclaimed Property Recovery Service in California and Georgia

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    Irvine, CA, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Blue Navy Recovery, a recognized leader in the field, has announced the achievement of 40 five-star ratings on Google for its unclaimed property recovery work in California and Georgia. This growing public recognition, including recent coverage in Business Insider and Yahoo! Finance, solidifies Blue Navy’s standing as one of the best unclaimed property recovery service providers for individuals seeking to reclaim state-held funds.

    Blue Navy Recovery’s official site, guiding users in California and Georgia through the unclaimed property process.

    Built on a full-service, results-first model, Blue Navy Recovery handles the entire process—from locating unclaimed assets to preparing paperwork and communicating directly with state agencies. Its team-based, no-upfront-cost approach is a key reason why the firm is widely regarded as a trusted and top-rated service for clients who want simplicity, security, and results. This milestone on Google highlights how real individuals have benefited from the firm’s commitment to accuracy, transparency, and efficiency.

    “Our model is built around delivering results, not promises,” said David Dorfman, Managing Partner at Blue Navy Recovery. “Being recognized as a top-rated recovery service by the people we’ve helped means we’re living up to our mission—reconnecting individuals with money they didn’t even know was missing.”

    The firm’s growing presence in California and Georgia has been powered by a secure, detail-driven process that protects claimant information and eliminates common pain points in the verification and filing stages. A wide range of real-world case outcomes—ranging from insurance refunds and uncashed checks to dormant savings accounts—are documented in client-submitted reviews on public platforms that show why so many trust Blue Navy to handle their recovery. For prospective clients looking for credible, firsthand examples of the firm’s impact, this collection provides insight into why many consider Blue Navy the best unclaimed property recovery service in the state.

    Blue Navy’s highly rated Google Place page further reinforces its industry reputation. These public ratings reflect how the company’s experienced specialists, rather than generic call center agents, offer expert support tailored to each claim. The firm’s FAQ page breaks down the unclaimed property recovery process by state, while its blog offers deeper education on how forgotten assets are transferred and how individuals can act before funds are lost for good.

    What Is Unclaimed Property Recovery?

    Unclaimed property recovery refers to the process of locating and reclaiming financial assets that have been handed over to a state government after a period of inactivity or lost contact with the rightful owner. This typically includes dormant bank accounts, uncashed checks, insurance payouts, stock dividends, and more. In unclaimed funds cases in California and unclaimed property cases in Georgia, these unclaimed assets are held by the state until a valid claim is submitted by the rightful owner or their heir.

    How to Recover Unclaimed Property in CA or Georgia

    To initiate unclaimed property recovery in California or Georgia, individuals must submit a formal claim through the respective state’s unclaimed property division. While the process can vary slightly between states, both require proper documentation and identity verification.

    Blue Navy Recovery specializes in streamlining this process for claimants in CA and Georgia by:

    – Preparing and filing all required paperwork

    – Assisting with verification and notarization

    – Handling all communication with the state agencies

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    Absolutely. Blue Navy Recovery is a reputable business with a strong track record with a successful history of helping clients recover unclaimed property in California and Georgia. The company operates on a contingency basis, with no upfront fees, and only collects a small percentage after your claim has been paid. Blue Navy’s transparent approach and proven results make the firm a trusted partner in the unclaimed property recovery space. The company recently celebrated their 200th successful unclaimed property recovery cases, a story that was picked up by media outlets like Yahoo! Finance, Business Insider, and Globe Newswire.

    To get started or to understand why Blue Navy is frequently cited as the best unclaimed property recovery service, visit the official Blue Navy Recovery website or log in via the firm’s client portal.

    Blue Navy Recovery provides trusted, expert-led support as a leading unclaimed property recovery service in California and Georgia.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: The Bank of Russia has expanded the list of currencies for which the official exchange rate is set

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    Moscow, July 8 /Xinhua/ – 12 currencies have been included in the list of foreign currencies whose official exchange rates against the ruble are set by the Bank of Russia /Central Bank/. This was reported on Tuesday by the regulator’s press service.

    The list includes the Bangladeshi taka, Bahraini dinar, Bolivian boliviano, Cuban peso, Algerian dinar, Ethiopian birr, Iranian rial, Myanmar kyat, Mongolian tugrik, Nigerian naira, Omani rial, and Saudi riyal. Their official exchange rates against the ruble will be set by the Central Bank from July 10.

    Currently, the Bank of Russia sets official exchange rates for the yuan, US dollar and euro. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Russia and the US have great potential to restart economic relations – Russian President’s press secretary

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    Moscow, July 8 (Xinhua) — Russia and the United States have significant potential to restart economic relations, but American sanctions against Russia are hurting entrepreneurs in both countries, Russian presidential press secretary Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday.

    “We believe that there is a very broad potential between our countries for restarting trade and economic relations, launching many projects in the sphere of economy, mutual investments, trade, and so on. At the same time, these projects are really in demand by business representatives of both countries and are capable of bringing great profits to the business of both countries,” D. Peskov told journalists.

    At the same time, he mentioned a number of restrictions imposed by the US on Russia. “We believe that these sanctions are illegal, they harm not only our entrepreneurs, but also entrepreneurs in the United States,” RIA Novosti quotes him as saying.

    D. Peskov also stated that the Russian Federation highly appreciates the efforts of the American side to initiate a direct negotiation process between Russia and Ukraine.

    At the same time, D. Peskov emphasized that the supply of Western weapons to Ukraine is not in line with attempts to promote a peaceful settlement. “That is, in this case, the line that the Europeans have chosen is absolutely aimed at promoting the continuation of military actions in every possible way,” the press secretary of the Russian president noted. –0–

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    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Exclusive: BRICS strives for equality and stable coexistence in the interests of all humanity – Director of IKS RAS

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    Moscow, July 8 /Xinhua/ — BRICS does not seek to defeat the West, but seeks equality and stable coexistence in the interests of all mankind, Director of the Institute of China and Modern Asia of the Russian Academy of Sciences /ICSA RAS/ Kirill Babayev said in an interview with Xinhua recently.

    The 17th meeting of the BRICS leaders has just ended in the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro. K. Babayev noted that the international influence of BRICS, which already accounts for more than 45% of the world’s GDP, is currently increasing. At the same time, as the expert emphasized, BRICS does not seek to defeat the West, but seeks equality and stable coexistence in the interests of all mankind.

    He also drew attention to Russian-Chinese cooperation within the BRICS framework. “Russia and China are the two main pillars of BRICS, the most active participants in the association. Using the example of our bilateral relations, we show the whole world how to build trusting, friendly, mutually beneficial relations in the new era,” the director of the ICA RAS said.

    If BRICS, continued K. Babayev, covers the entire world with a network of economic ties, then the Shanghai Cooperation Organization /SCO/ focuses on security issues and on preventing threats on the Eurasian continent.

    “The SCO is the main stabilizing force in Eurasia. The organization’s activities are aimed primarily at strengthening stability, creating trusting relationships and the general security of a united Greater Eurasia. This organization, through its activities, prevents the threats of terrorism, extremism, and ensures the security of large and small countries and peoples,” said K. Babayev, answering a question from a Xinhua correspondent about the upcoming SCO summit in September in the Chinese city of Tianjin.

    The expert believes that Russia and China play a very important role in both of these international formats. Today, it depends on them “what Eurasia will be like tomorrow, whether we will be able to build a unified partnership here on new, fair principles,” K. Babayev emphasized.

    He added that the economies of the two countries successfully complement each other. “Trade between our countries is growing at an accelerated pace. But today our governments are already looking further — toward closer production cooperation, technological partnership,” K. Babayev stated. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Breaking: China supports UN’s central role in global governance in AI, polar exploration — Chinese Premier

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    RIO DE JANEIRO, July 8 (Xinhua) — China supports the United Nations as a key channel to address governance gaps in emerging areas such as artificial intelligence, cyberspace, polar regions and outer space, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said Tuesday.

    Li Qiang made the remarks during a meeting with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on the sidelines of the 17th BRICS Leaders’ Meeting. –0–

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    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Russia: In the first half of 2025, sales of electric vehicles in Ukraine increased by 30 percent.

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

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

    Kyiv, July 8 /Xinhua/ — In the first half of this year, 31.75 thousand electric cars were sold in Ukraine, which is 30 percent more than in the same period last year. Such data was published on Tuesday in Telegram by the Ukrainian Association of Automobile Manufacturers UkrAvtoProm.

    UkrAvtoProm specified that the sales volume of passenger electric vehicles increased by 28 percent to 30.76 thousand units, commercial electric vehicles by 112 percent to 987 units, and electric buses by 200 percent to 3 units.

    The association also noted that in January-June of this year, the share of new equipment in the total volume of electric car sales was 18 percent, while in the first half of last year this figure reached 20 percent.

    The top three most popular new models were BYD Song Plus, Volkswagen ID.Unyx and Honda e:NS1.

    According to the results of 2024, the volume of sales of electric vehicles in Ukraine increased by 38 percent and amounted to 51.7 thousand units. –0–

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    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Video: UK President of the French Republic, Emmanuel Macron, addresses Parliament

    Source: United Kingdom UK House of Lords (video statements)

    The President of the French Republic, His Excellency Emmanuel Macron, will visit Parliament on Tuesday 8 July accompanied by Mrs Brigitte Macron.

    Find out more https://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2025/july/french-president-visits-parliament/

    Catch-up on House of Lords business:

    Watch live events: https://parliamentlive.tv/Lords
    Read the latest news: https://www.parliament.uk/lords/

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    • X: https://twitter.com/UKHouseofLords
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    #HouseOfLords #UKParliament

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    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK commits to international legal order with European partners

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    Press release

    UK commits to international legal order with European partners

    The Attorney General Lord Hermer KC has reiterated the UK’s commitment to upholding international legal order at a flagship event with European partners held in London.

    Resetting the UK’s relationship with Europe, and proactively and unequivocally supporting the international legal order, are amongst the Government’s top priorities.

    To support this, the Attorney General’s Office (AGO) hosted a Venice Commission event on Monday 7 July in collaboration with the FCDO and the Bingham Centre for the Rule of law.

    The event was attended by key members of the Council of Europe’s Venice Commission, member states and civil society groups.

    Delegates discussed shared commitments to the rule of law, human rights and democracy, and contemporary challenges to the rules-based order, such as AI, migration and climate change.

    The event also provided an opportunity for the UK and European partners to actively support the Council of Europe’s Venice Commission’s work on updating its Rule of Law checklist.

    The event also marked the 35th anniversary of the creation of the Venice Commission (on 10 May 1990) and sought to identify ways in which the Venice Commission and the Council of Europe could give practical effect to the Principles.

    Speaking at the event the Attorney General Lord Hermer KC said:

    When I look at what you have been discussing today – protecting and promoting the rule of law and its importance to prosperity, freedom and security, I see discussions we need to have now – rooted in real world issues.

    At a time when it feels like the world is becoming ever more polarised and there is a tendency for retreat into the familiar and the insular – it is important to use what we have at our disposal to encourage cooperation and shared understanding.

    The Rule of Law Checklist is one of those rare things that does this and has intergovernmental support.

    Lord Collins of Highbury, Minister for Multilateral and Human Rights, said:

    The rule of law is not just a legal principle, but the foundation of public trust and institutional legitimacy, and only by communicating its everyday relevance can we build and sustain trust. 

    Members of The Venice Commission from across the world underscore the global desire for democracy and rights rooted in legal principles, and I hope the updated Rule of Law checklist will support efforts by governments globally to reinforce the crucial links between democracy, human rights, and the integrity of legal systems.

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    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: expert reaction to study looking at underlying mechanisms of the known, rare side effect, vaccine-induced immune thrombosis and thrombocytopenia (VITT), associated with adenoviral Covid vaccines

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    July 8, 2025

    A study published in the NIHR’s Efficacy and Mechanism Evaluation journal looks at the mechanisms of a known rare side effect, vaccine-induced immune thrombosis (VITT) and thrombocytopenia, associated with adenoviral Covid vaccines.

    Prof Adam Finn, Professor of Paediatrics, University of Bristol, said:

    “This is a summary of the findings to date of several distinct pieces of research intended to increase our understanding of VITT.  The work was extensive, took a number of different approaches, and provided some additional evidence around the potential pathogenetic mechanisms.  However, a complete understanding of the genetic and environmental factors which drive these rare reactions remains elusive, partly because of the relatively small number of individuals affected who could be studied.”

    ‘Understanding mechanisms of thrombosis and thrombocytopenia with adenoviral SARS-CoV-2 vaccines: a comprehensive synopsis’ by Phillip LR Nicolson et al. was published in the NIHR’s Efficacy and Mechanism Evaluation journal.

    DOI: 10.3310/FFSS9010

    Declared interests

    Prof Adam Finn: “Adam Finn is a member of JCVI subcommittees relating to varicella-zoster, pneumococcal and respiratory syncytial virus vaccines and of the WHO working group on COVID19 vaccines.  He leads epidemiological research for the University of Bristol funded by Pfizer.  He undertakes paid consultancy for multiple vaccine development and manufacturing companies.  He was an investigator in trials of the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID19 vaccine during the pandemic.”

    MIL OSI United Kingdom –

    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Sinn Fein Thumbs Its Nose at IRA Victims Again

    Source: Traditional Unionist Voice – Northern Ireland

    Statement by TUV Party Chairman, Causeway Councillor Allister Kyle:

    “Today Sinn Fein once again showed its contempt for the victims of IRA terrorism, as Mary Lou McDonald took to social media to commemorate the death of IRA gunman Joe McDonnell. She described him as ‘a beacon in the struggle for the freedom and unity of Ireland.’

    “Let’s be clear: the only thing Joe McDonnell should be remembered for is his failed attempt to bomb a furniture shop. He was rightly convicted of possession of firearms and explosives, and involvement in a bombing campaign.

    “Yet for his efforts to plant a bomb in a civilian area, the Sinn Fein leader holds him up as a role model — a “beacon” for the kind of Ireland she wants to create. That speaks volumes.

    “Without a trace of irony, Ms McDonald quotes McDonnell saying: “I am prepared to die if necessary, and I know that I may die.” But the grim reality is this: the hunger strikers chose to end their own lives. That choice was not afforded to the more than 1,700 men, women and children who were murdered by the IRA”.

    MIL OSI United Kingdom –

    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Security: NATO and Ukraine share lessons on food security and resilient agriculture

    Source: NATO

    The Ukrainian food system has demonstrated a remarkable resilience, despite the impact that Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine continues to have on its personnel, infrastructure and transport capabilities.

    On 2-3 July 2025 in Warsaw, Poland, over 30 expert participants from eight NATO Allies and Ukraine joined a workshop to exchange experiences and views, and to develop recommendations.  The recommendations address food and water contingency planning, infrastructure protection, public-private cooperation and enhancing overall food- and water-related societal resilience. In particular, Ukrainian demining experts shared their insights on how to plan for demining operations to restore the affected agricultural areas.

    The workshop aimed to inform future planning for NATO and Ukraine by identifying new strategies, approaches and possible impact mitigation measures. NATO will continue to support Ukraine and incorporate the lessons learned into its thinking. NATO and its Allies work daily to ensure the resilience of food systems across the Alliance, future-proofing them against disruption and shocks, and to safeguard their essential functions for our societies.

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    July 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Clyde Announces Launch of 2025 Congressional App Challenge

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Andrew S. Clyde (R-GA)

    Rep. Clyde Announces Launch of 2025 Congressional App Challenge

    Gainesville, July 8, 2025

     

    GAINESVILLE, GA — Today, Congressman Andrew Clyde (GA-09) invited middle and high school students in Georgia’s Ninth District to participate in the 2025 Congressional App Challenge, a nationwide competition that encourages young Americans to showcase their creativity and coding skills by designing original apps. The submission portal is now open, and students can register and submit their apps through October 30th, 2025.

     

    “The Congressional App Challenge provides an incredible opportunity for students of all backgrounds to learn valuable skills and display their creativity on the national stage,” said Clyde. “I encourage middle and high school students throughout the Ninth District to take part in this competition to explore and excel in coding, tech, and innovation.”

     

    Background:

     

    First launched in 2014, the Congressional App Challenge is the official computer science competition of the U.S. House of Representatives. The competition encourages students to create and submit their own app for the opportunity to receive national recognition.

     

    Students may participate as individuals or in teams of up to four. Congressional App Challenge winners may be eligible to have their app featured on a display in the U.S. Capitol and put on the U.S. House of Representatives’ website. Additionally, winners will receive an invitation to the #HouseOfCode celebration on Capitol Hill.

     

    Rules and guidelines are available HERE. For more information, please visit Rep. Clyde’s website and the Congressional App Challenge’s website.

    MIL OSI USA News –

    July 9, 2025
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