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  • MIL-OSI Submissions: 3D printed food: yuck or yes? Researchers ask South African consumers

    Source: The Conversation – Africa (2) – By Oluwafemi Adebo, Professor of Food Technology and Director of the Centre for Innovative Food Research (CIFR), University of Johannesburg

    Would you eat food that was printed by a machine? 3D printed food is built up by equipment (a 3D food printer), layer after layer, using edible pastes, dough and food slurries in three-dimensional forms. These machines use digital models to produce precise, often personalised food items. Most 3D printed foods are made from nutrient-dense sources (plant and animal), which means they can offer health benefits.

    The global market for 3D printed food is growing. It’s been estimated as worth US$437 million in 2024 and projected to reach US$7.1 billion in 2034. But the concept is still emerging in Africa.

    Food science and technology researcher Oluwafemi Ayodeji Adebo and marketing academic Nicole Cunningham share what they learnt from a survey about South African consumers’ feelings on the subject.

    How is food 3D printed and why?

    In 3D food printing, edible food materials are formulated into printable materials (food ink). These inks can be made from pureed vegetables, doughs, or nutrient-rich mixes. The food ink is loaded into a 3D printer and extruded in layers until the selected shape is complete.

    After printing, some products are ready to eat, while others need further processing such as baking or freeze-drying. The most common method is extrusion-based printing, valued for its simplicity and versatility.

    The technique enables the customisation of food. Meals can be highly personalised in texture, appearance and nutritional content.

    It can also transform food waste into food products. For example it can turn imperfect broccoli and carrots into healthy snacks and make noodles from potato peels.

    It’s also useful in texture-modified diets for people with swallowing difficulties (dysphagia), especially the elderly. The products available for these patients tend to be bland and unappealing meals such as mashed potato, pumpkin and soft porridge. 3D food printing can produce nutritionally dense meals that are easier to eat and more appetising.



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    Food ink can combine various sources with different nutrients to boost the health benefits. Not having to process the product with heat can also result in higher nutritional content.

    In South Africa, what sorts of foods might be 3D printed?

    Virtually any edible material could be transformed into food inks, although some might require additives to make them printable. The abundance of nutrient-dense and health-promoting food crops in South Africa presents an excellent opportunity for 3D food printing to create novel food.

    Sorghum, cowpea and quinoa have been used to make 3D printed biscuits, for example. They are more nutritious than wheat and don’t contain gluten.



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    Research at the Centre for Innovative Food Research at the University of Johannesburg has already demonstrated the feasibility of obtaining 3D printed products from different sources (for example whole-grain sourdough and malt biscuits, biscuits from wholegrain and multigrain flours and nutritious and appetising meals for dysphagia patients).



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    3D food printing is still in its infancy in South Africa, compared to developed countries such as China, Japan, the US and some European countries. The best-known companies that have adopted this technology include BluRhapsody, based in Italy, which makes 3D-printed pasta, and Open Meals based in Japan, which specialises in personalised sushi.

    We carried out a study to understand South African consumers’ attitudes toward 3D-printed foods. Although the technology is not yet in wide use, we found some consumers were fairly knowledgeable about these foods and the associated benefits. These findings lay the foundation for business opportunities to commercialise and market 3D printed products in the region.

    Who did you ask about it in your study?

    The study surveyed South African consumers aged 18-65 who were familiar with the concept of 3D-printed food. We collected 355 responses, mostly females aged 24 to 44. They provided information and opinions on several aspects, including:

    • their awareness of 3D-printed food

    • their familiarity with 3D-printed food

    • their food neophobia (fear of new foods)

    • the convenience that 3D-printed food offers

    • their perspective on their health needs

    • the perceived benefits that 3D-printed food offers

    • attitudes towards 3D-printed food.

    What did they say?

    Positive attitudes were strongest among those who recognised the convenience and health-related benefits of this new technology. The potential to reduce waste, customise nutrition, and simplify meal preparation stood out as key motivators.

    Interestingly, food familiarity didn’t play a significant role in people’s responses. This means they aren’t necessarily clinging to traditional or childhood meals when forming attitudes about 3D-printed food.

    In short, novelty alone isn’t a deal-breaker, it’s more about perceived safety, usefulness, and understanding the benefits.

    What does this tell us?

    The findings highlight the crucial role of consumer education and awareness in shaping attitudes toward 3D-printed food. While unfamiliarity with the technology can create some hesitation, the research shows that consumers are not necessarily resistant to innovation. They just need to understand it better and be educated about the benefits it offers.

    If food manufacturers and marketers invest in increasing public knowledge and offering hands-on experiences such as tastings, demonstrations, or transparent production processes, then consumer attitudes could shift positively.

    This approach has shown promise in other markets. For example, educational campaigns in Europe and the US around lab-grown meat and plant-based proteins have improved public perception over time.



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    Marketers should talk about safety, health and sustainability, and demystify the technology through clear, engaging messaging. In countries where such strategies have been used, consumers have shown increased willingness to try novel food technologies. This is significant because of predicted growth in the industry.

    If South African consumers see 3D-printed food more positively, this innovation could unlock opportunities to enhance food security, address malnutrition, and support personalised dietary solutions.

    Oluwafemi Adebo received funding for this project from the National Research Foundation (NRF) of South Africa Support for Rated and Unrated Researchers (grant number: SRUG2204285188), the University of Johannesburg and Faculty of Science Research Committee Grant, and the South African Medica lResearch Council (SAMRC) Self-Initiated Research (SIR) Grant.

    Nicole Cunningham receives funding from the DHET in order to conduct academic research.

    – ref. 3D printed food: yuck or yes? Researchers ask South African consumers – https://theconversation.com/3d-printed-food-yuck-or-yes-researchers-ask-south-african-consumers-255887

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Search underway for passenger car in northern China after crash, loss of contact with passengers

    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

    TAIYUAN, July 27 (Xinhua) — Search and rescue operations are in full swing after contact was lost with a small passenger car that crashed in Datong City, north China’s Shanxi Province, on Sunday morning, the city’s emergency response headquarters said. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Six killed, eight injured in road accident in northern China

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

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

    TAIYUAN, July 27 (Xinhua) — Six people were killed and eight others injured when a large truck collided with a minibus in north China’s Shanxi Province on Saturday, local authorities said Sunday.

    The traffic accident /RTA/ occurred at around 1:55 p.m. Saturday at the intersection of two streets in Hejin City, the province. Traffic police and other relevant agencies rushed to the scene. The cause and circumstances of the accident are currently under investigation. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Cultural exchanges between border areas strengthen Sino-Russian friendship

    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

    HARBIN, July 27 (Xinhua) — Traditional Chinese folk music, Russian folk dances… The 15th China-Russia Culture and Art Fair kicked off on the evening of July 26 at the China-Russia Culture and Art Center in Heihe City, Heilongjiang Province (Northeast China).

    The opening ceremony of the fair was held on July 26 in Heihe /Heilongjiang Province, northeast China/, and the closing ceremony is planned to be held on August 20 in the Russian city of Blagoveshchensk, the press service of the Heilongjiang Provincial Government reported.

    Renowned as the “twin cities,” Heihe and Blagoveshchensk are separated by the Heilongjiang (Amur) River. Cultural exchanges between the two cities are thriving, with exhibitions, performances, fairs, training programs, and workshops on intangible cultural heritage deepening mutual understanding between residents of the two cities.

    On July 25, the China-Russia Intangible Cultural Heritage Market opened in Heihe City’s Heilongjiang Park, which pre-heated the enthusiasm of the participants of the China-Russia Culture and Art Fair. On the first day of the market, works by masters of “wuyi” hand embroidery from Bei’an City and other types of Chinese folk culture crafts were on display. In addition, the market also featured Russian-style wooden ornaments made by Tatyana Ananyeva, a folk craftsman from Blagoveshchensk. Many visitors to the market took photos of them.

    “Dozens of Chinese and Russian artists were invited to participate in the event to display their works of art, exchange experiences and share their skills,” said Wang Shubo, an official with the Heihe City Department of Culture, Radio, Television and Tourism.

    “In Heihe, I had many opportunities to interact with Russian artists, which not only broadened my horizons but also helped me establish friendships,” said Tao Dandan, an heir to the art of birch bark weaving.

    According to her, similar birch bark craft techniques are also used in Russia, but Chinese and Russian techniques are different from each other. She has been in contact with Russian birch bark craftsmen for over ten years.

    In addition to the NKN Market, many Russian tourists are attracted by the delicious treats of the Heihe International Night Market.

    “My family and I come to Heihe almost every month, and some of the stall owners even recognize me,” said Andrei Ivanov from Blagoveshchensk.

    These days, various events are being held as part of the China-Russia Culture and Art Fair, so he and his family plan to stay in Heihe for five days. “It is difficult to book hotels here because there are many Russian tourists here, and many Russians came to support their friends who are participating in the dance competition,” he said.

    The China-Russia “Purple Gold Night” dance competition is taking place in Heihe. Dancers from China and Russia are showing off their skills, attracting the attention of many spectators.

    “Some of the melodies are traditional Chinese music that I am hearing for the first time. But I will try to express them with my own dance movements,” said Dmitry Smirnov, a Russian student studying in China.

    The China-Russia Culture and Art Fair, which was first held in Heihe in 2010, is an important platform for cultural cooperation in the border areas of the two countries.

    Minister of Culture and National Policy of the Amur Region Nadezhda Dorgunova believes that the China-Russia Culture and Art Fair is an important event that demonstrates the common interest of China and Russia in further strengthening cooperation in the field of culture and art.

    Heihe Mayor Qin Bo noted that the China-Russia Culture and Art Fair has become a strong link connecting the border areas of the two countries and uniting the emotions of the peoples of the two countries. “This cultural event will certainly strengthen the good-neighborly friendship between China and Russia,” he said. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI USA: United States Disrupts North Korea Revenue Generation, Offering Rewards of Up to $15 Million

    Source: United States Department of State (2)

    Office of the Spokesperson

    United States Disrupts North Korea Revenue Generation, Offering Rewards of Up to $15 Million

    Media Note

    July 24, 2025

    Today, the Departments of State, Justice, and the Treasury are executing coordinated, decisive actions to keep Americans safe from North Korea’s malicious and illicit revenue generation schemes. The Department of State’s Transnational Organized Crime Rewards Program (TOCRP) is offering rewards totaling up to $15 million for information leading to the arrests and/or convictions, in any country, of North Korean nationals Sim Hyon-sop and six co-conspirators involved in these schemes.

    North Korea’s revenue generation schemes—which include cryptocurrency theft, illicit information technology (IT) work, trafficking in counterfeit goods, oil smuggling, and other transnational criminal activities—often target U.S. companies and U.S. citizens to raise funds for North Korea’s dangerous and unlawful WMD and ballistic missile programs, which threaten the U.S. homeland and stand in contravention of UN and U.S. sanctions. In many cases, these ballistic missiles have been unlawfully transferred to Russia, where they have been used to strike Ukrainian territory, including Kyiv.

    Today’s actions illustrate the U.S. government’s commitment to mitigating such threats posed by North Korea to protect U.S. companies, the U.S. financial system, and American citizens. The United States will not stand idly by while North Korea profits from criminal activity to fund its destabilizing actions.

    Sim Hyon-Sop and six co-conspirators were charged for their role in illicit activities to buy and sell tobacco from North Korea to gain access to U.S. dollars. The Department of State’s reward offers include an increase of up to $7 million for Sim Hyon-Sop, up to $3 million each for Myong Chol-Min and Kim Se-Un, and up to $500,000 each for Kim Yong-Bok, Kim Chol-Min, a/k/a “Jack,” Ri Tong-Min, a/k/a “Elvis,” and Ri Won-Ho.

    Sim Hyon-Sop and some of his co-conspirators—including Kim Se-Un—have also been involved in illicit IT worker schemes. North Korea dispatches thousands of IT workers abroad to orchestrate fraudulent IT work, often from Russia and China. Today, the Department of the Treasury is designating Korea Sobaeksu Trading Company, which has previously deployed IT workers to Vietnam, and three North Korean nationals, including Kim Se Un, Myong Chol Min, and Jo Kyong Hun, who have been involved in illicit revenue generation schemes. North Korea’s overseas networks provide it with access to technology, illicit finance networks, and facilitators to support its revenue generation to fund UN and U.S. sanctioned entities including the Munitions Industry Department and Ministry of Atomic Energy and Industry. The Department of State continues to engage foreign countries that support North Korean IT workers in order to prevent the targeting of Americans by North Korean revenue generation schemes.

    In addition, Christina Marie Chapman, an American citizen, will be sentenced today in the District of Columbia for her role in a North Korean IT worker scheme that defrauded more than 300 U.S. companies, including Fortune 500 corporations. North Korean IT workers specifically target remote jobs with U.S. companies due to the high salaries, which they remit back to North Korea to fund the unlawful production of WMD and ballistic missiles.

    Today’s individual reward offers are authorized by the Secretary under the TOCRP, which supports law enforcement efforts to disrupt transnational crime globally and bring fugitives to justice. If you have information, please send tips to the FBI via phone/text/WhatsApp at +1-480-695-1388. If you are located outside of the United States, you can also visit the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. If you are in the United States, you can also contact the local FBI field office.

    THE IDENTITIES OF ANYONE PROVIDING TIPS WILL BE KEPT STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL. Per 22 U.S.C. section 2708(f), government officials and employees are not eligible for rewards if information is provided in the performance of official duties.

    Separately, the State Department’s Rewards for Justice (RFJ) national security program has a standing reward offer of up to $5 million for information that leads to the disruption of financial mechanisms of persons engaged in certain activities that support the North Korean government and its sanctions evasion. Rewards can be paid for actionable information regarding IT worker schemes, money laundering, cyber activity, and other illicit activities that support WMD proliferation and missile development. More information on RFJ’s North Korea reward offers is available here.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK high-altitude research and intelligence balloon soars to new heights

    Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements

    Press release

    UK high-altitude research and intelligence balloon soars to new heights

    The UK has successfully trialed high-altitude balloons which can conduct intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions.

    • UK Defence is developing use of uncrewed, high-altitude balloons to conduct intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) missions, boosting national security and delivering on the government’s Plan for Change.
    • Test flight balloons each travel over 2,000 nautical miles at an operating altitude between 60,000 and 80,000 feet, double that of a commercial aircraft.
    • The trial balloons operated as a constellation for the first time and provided near-continuous ISR coverage of nearly a month, far exceeding the endurance of each balloon.

    The UK could benefit from the collection of military intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance from the stratosphere following the successful trials of new high-altitude balloons flying between 60,000 and 80,000 feet above the Earth – higher than most military aircraft operate. 

    The uncrewed balloons offer a low-cost surveillance and communications capability alternative to traditional solutions. They can travel uninterrupted at extreme altitudes for long periods, without maintenance, boosting national security and delivering on the government’s Plan for Change.

    The future use of such balloons could include support to operations and reliable communication and fast internet connection to disaster zones or remote areas with no coverage, while also providing information for weather forecasting and climate research.

    With an ISR payload capacity of up to 3kg and with some modules that include weather sensors weighing as little as a European robin, the test vehicles can operate continuously for over five days.

    The cost-effective system can be operated by a single person in challenging weather conditions, demonstrating advanced capabilities and precise navigation and station keeping.

    Minister for Defence Procurement and Industry, Rt Hon Maria Eagle MP, said:

    This innovation is about giving our Armed Forces the edge – better awareness, better communications, and lower maintenance needs – supporting the government’s Plan for Change.

    Stratospheric technology like this could transform how we operate in complex environments, keeping our people safer and better informed than ever before.

    This successful trial is another example of UK defence pushing boundaries, with real potential to strengthen our future capabilities.

    The trials took place in the South Dakota, USA earlier this year as part of Project AETHER, a concept development initiative supported by the Ministry of Defence’s procurement body, Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S).

    The activity was led by UK company Voltitude in partnership with Landguard Systems (UK) and Aerostar (US).

    Head of UK Defence Innovation, Prove and Exploit team, James Gavin, said:

    Defence procurement is making strides in the innovation space and DE&S is looking more at the art of the possible, pushing the boundaries and scoping new technologies. 

    These latest trials have been incredibly fruitful and pave the way for more collaborative working with our allies to develop capabilities that will benefit our Armed Forces.

    The UK-developed technology provides continuous Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance capability whilst maintaining remarkably low operating costs. It represents a significant advancement in stratospheric surveillance platforms for defence applications.

    The Ministry of Defence is exploring future assessment operational use of the stratosphere, not only with this class of balloon, but also with vehicles capable of carrying significantly higher payloads for mission durations of 6-12 months.

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    Published 27 July 2025

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Over 3,000 residents evacuated in Beijing’s Miyun district due to heavy rains

    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

    BEIJING, July 27 (Xinhua) — More than 3,000 residents in the suburban Miyun district of the Chinese capital have been evacuated due to heavy rains, local authorities said.

    At 9:06 p.m. Saturday, the Miyun District weather station raised its torrential rainfall alert to red, the highest level in the country’s four-tier weather warning system.

    From 12:00 noon on Saturday to 02:00 on Sunday, Miyun County received an average of 73.5 mm of rainfall, with the highest rainfall reaching 315.3 mm at Huangtuliang hydrological station. Flash floods caused by the downpours damaged roads and disrupted telecommunications and power supply facilities in several villages in Miyun.

    The extreme weather conditions closed 12 major highways in Myun, seven of which have since reopened. Communications have been restored to all flood-affected villages. As of 5:00 a.m. Sunday, a total of 3,065 residents from 149 villages had been evacuated. No casualties were reported, although evacuation and rescue operations are still ongoing.

    Forecasters said rainfall would continue in Miyun on Sunday, with conditions expected to improve slightly on Monday, but heavy rainfall is expected in mountainous areas of the Beijing suburb.

    The Miyun District Flood and Drought Control Headquarters has activated the Level 1 flood emergency response mechanism and will continue to carry out related rescue operations. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Since the start of the 2025 summer movie season, China’s box office revenue has exceeded 5 billion yuan

    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

    BEIJING, July 27 (Xinhua) — China’s box office revenue for the 2025 summer movie season since June 1, including pre-sales, has exceeded 5 billion yuan (about 697 million U.S. dollars), as of 11:19 a.m. on July 27, according to data from ticketing platform Maoyan. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: DPP’s political manipulations run counter to Taiwanese people’s will: State Council Taiwan Affairs Office spokesman

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

    BEIJING, July 27 (Xinhua) — State Council Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson Chen Binhua on Sunday said the failure of the recall vote for opposition lawmakers in Taiwan’s local legislature shows that the political manipulations of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) are contrary to the will of local people and do not enjoy their support.

    The Kuomintang party won a landslide victory in the vote on Saturday, retaining all 24 seats.

    Commenting on the results of the vote, Chen Binhua said that the DPP, with its desire for “Taiwan independence” and one-party monopoly, has repeatedly provoked political strife without caring about the well-being of the island’s residents.

    The DPP has resorted to all means to suppress political dissent, create “green terror” and deepen social divisions, fully revealing its hypocritical nature of “fake democracy and real authoritarianism,” Chen Binhua said. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: 11 injured in knife attack at US supermarket

    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

    NEW YORK, July 27 (Xinhua) — At least 11 people were injured in a stabbing at a Walmart in Traverse City, northern Michigan, on Saturday afternoon.

    At about 4:45 p.m. local time /20:45 GMT/, a 42-year-old man entered the supermarket and stabbed people with a folding knife, Grand Traverse County Sheriff Michael Shea told reporters.

    The suspect is in custody and the attack appears to have been random, he said.

    As of Saturday evening, three people were undergoing surgery at Munson Medical Center. Five of the victims were in serious condition, six in critical condition, the center said in a statement.

    People are advised to avoid the area while the investigation is ongoing. –0–

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  • MIL-Evening Report: Donald Trump cannot make the Epstein files go away. Will this be the story that brings him down?

    Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Emma Shortis, Adjunct Senior Fellow, School of Global, Urban and Social Studies, RMIT University

    Conspiracy theories are funny things.

    The most enduring ones usually take hold for two reasons: first, because there’s some grain of truth to them, and second, because they speak to foundational historical divisions.

    The theories morph and change, distorting the grain of truth at their centre beyond reality. In the process, they reinforce and deepen existing divisions, encouraging hateful blindness.

    US President Donald Trump is perhaps the most successful conspiracy trafficker in modern American history.

    Trump built his political career by trading on conspiracy. These have included a combination of racist birther conspiracies about former president Barack Obama, nebulous ideas about the “Deep State” that conspired against the interests of regular Americans, and nods to a more recent online universe centered on QAnon that alleged a Satanist ring of “elite” pedophiles involving Hillary Clinton was trafficking children.

    These theories all had their own grain of truth and tapped into deep-seated historical fears. For example, Obama does have Kenyan heritage, and his Blackness threatened many white Americans’ sense of their own power.

    Revelations about disgraced financier Jeffery Epstein’s trafficking in children and the way in which that implicated the “elite” of New York seemed to confirm at least parts of the final theory. It tapped into the belief – one that does have some basis in reality – that America’s elite play by rules of their own, above justice and accountability.

    In the lead-up to the 2024 presidential election, Trump increasingly engaged with this online universe. He seemed to quietly enjoy suggestions that he might be “Q” – the anonymous leader who, according to the theory, was going to break the paedophile ring wide open in a “day of reckoning”.

    Many of Trump’s perennially online supporters based their championing of him around these conspiracy theories. QAnon believers were among those who stormed the Capitol on January 6 2021. A core section of Trump’s base continues to believe his promises that he would at last reveal the truth – about John F. Kennedy’s assassination, the Deep State, and Epstein.

    That it has long been public knowledge that Trump and Epstein had a longstanding friendship did not impinge on these beliefs.

    Conspiracy theories have swirled around Epstein since at least his first arrest nearly two decades ago, in 2006. After allegations of unlawful sex with a minor, Epstein was charged with soliciting prostitution. This elicited suggestions he was receiving special treatment because of his elite status as a New York financier and philanthropist.

    That pattern continued over the next decade as accusations multiplied, culminating in his arrest in 2019 on federal charges of sex trafficking, including to a private island. The allegations touched the global elite, including former president Bill Clinton, the United Kingdom’s Prince Andrew, and Trump. In August 2019, Epstein was found dead in his cell, allegedly by suicide – adding further fuel to the already intense conspiracy fire.

    Epstein’s arrest and death occurred during the first Trump administration. Since then, there has been a steady trickle of accusations and revelations that have increased pressure on the administration to declassify and release material relating to the case. Many of Trump’s most loyal supporters, including a set of influential podcasters and influencers, have built their audiences around Epstein and the insistence that the truth be revealed.

    Early in the life of the current administration, Attorney-General Pam Bondi – whom Trump is wont to treat as his personal lawyer – said she was reviewing the Epstein “client list”.

    In the past few weeks, however, the administration has indicated it will not release the list or other materials relating to the case. At the same time, more information about Trump’s relationship with Epstein has trickled out, including more photos of the two together. It’s hard to deny the sense there is more to come.

    Trump’s posting about the issue, despite his apparent wish to divert from it, seems only to compel more interest. Sections of his online conspiracy base, including vocal supporters such as Tucker Carlson, are outraged at what they see as a betrayal. Reports suggest a significant rift developing between Trump and key backer Rupert Murdoch over the issue. Democrats, rightly, sense weakness.



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    Loyal Republicans seem rattled enough that Speaker of the House Mike Johnson called an early summer recess, sending congresspeople home in an apparent effort to avoid any forced vote on the issue.

    The obvious inference – though it is inference only – is that Trump and Republicans are so worried about what is in the Epstein material they would rather cop strong backlash from the base, looking scared and weak, than release the information. If nothing else, that is a guaranteed way to fuel an already raging fire.

    Trump’s tanking approval rating and the salience of this issue lead to an obvious question: is this going to be the thing that finally scratches the Teflon president? Will his base turn on him at last?

    If history is anything to go by, that seems unlikely. Trump is remarkably resilient, using crises like this to consolidate his power. Trump commands loyalty, and he has it from Bondi, Johnson and others in this weakened and increasingly ideologically driven federal government. And his conspiracy-fuelled base is in so deep that turning on the president now is not just a question of admitting error, but one of core identity.

    US mainstream media has long pursued a “gotcha” approach to Trump, driven by a model of journalism that still seeks out smoking guns and dreams of Watergate. Not unlike the conspiracy theories it reports on, this framing hopes for a neat, clear resolution to the story of US politics. But politics doesn’t work like that – especially not for Trump.

    From the outside, Trump’s attempts to pivot on the issue and build on his existing conspiracies around Obama and Hillary Clinton might look feeble, but they are tried and true. Trump is now focused on fanning theories around Obama and Clinton, broadening them to include accusations of “treason”. Trump’s Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard went so far as to claim Obama had “manufactured […] a years-long coup against President Trump”. Even reporting on these claims with rightful incredulity adds fuel to the raging fire.

    In the personality cult of an authoritarian leader, conspiracy is easily weaponised against enemies, perceived and real. In the febrile environment of US politics, these conspiracy theories tap into and encourage a long vein of white supremacy and racial revanchism that has shaped American politics since even before the nation’s founding.

    Trump can morph and change conspiracy theories like no one else, building on fears and deepening existing divisions. He understands the power of pointing to “enemies from within”, and just how well that reinforces the narrative he has already so successfully ingrained in US political culture. We underestimate him, and the power of conspiracy theory, at our peril.

    Emma Shortis is Director of International and Security Affairs at The Australia Institute, an independent think tank.

    – ref. Donald Trump cannot make the Epstein files go away. Will this be the story that brings him down? – https://theconversation.com/donald-trump-cannot-make-the-epstein-files-go-away-will-this-be-the-story-that-brings-him-down-261843

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  • MIL-Evening Report: Gaza condemns Israeli ‘piracy’ over storming of Handala aid ship

    Asia Pacific Report

    The Gaza Government Media Office has condemned “in the strongest terms” Israel’s storming of the Handala aid ship, calling it an act of “maritime piracy”, reports Al Jazeera.

    “This blatant aggression represents a flagrant violation of international law and maritime navigation rules,” the office said in a statement.

    “It reaffirms once again that the [illegal Israeli] occupation acts as a thuggish force outside the law, targeting every humanitarian initiative seeking to rescue more than 2.4 million besieged and starving Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.”

    The office also called on the international community, including the United Nations and rights groups, “to take an urgent and firm stance against this aggression and to work to secure international protection for the convoys”.

    Israel’s Foreign Ministry confirmed in a statement today that the Israeli navy had intercepted the Gaza-bound Handala, and it was now heading towards Israel.

    “The Israeli navy has stopped the vessel Navarn from illegally entering the maritime zone of the coast of Gaza,” said the statement, using the aid ship’s original name.

    “The vessel is safely making its way to the shores of Israel,” it added. “All passengers are safe.”

    Freedom Flotilla slams ‘abductions’
    A statement by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition accused Israel military of “abducting” the 21 crew members of the Handala, saying the ship had been “violently intercepted by the Israeli military in international waters about 40 nautical miles from Gaza.

    “At 23:43 EEST Palestine time, the Occupation cut the cameras on board Handala and we have lost all communication with our ship.

    “The unarmed boat was carrying life-saving supplies when it was boarded by Israeli forces, its passengers abducted, and its cargo seized.

    “The interception occurred in international waters outside Palestinian territorial waters off Gaza, in violation of international maritime law.”

    The Handala carried a shipment of critical humanitarian aid for Palestinians in Gaza, including baby formula, diapers, food, and medicine, the statement said.

    “All cargo was non-military, civilian, and intended for direct distribution to a population facing deliberate starvation and medical collapse under Israel’s illegal blockade.”

    The Handala carried 21 civilians representing 12 countries, including parliamentarians, lawyers, journalists, labour organisers, environmentalists, and other human rights defenders.

    Seized crew members, journalists
    The seized crew includes:

    United States: Christian Smalls — Amazon Labor Union founder; Huwaida Arraf — Human rights attorney (Palestine/US); Jacob Berger — Jewish-American activist; Bob Suberi — Jewish US war veteran; Braedon Peluso — sailor and direct action activist; Dr Frank Romano — International lawyer and actor (France/US).

    France: Emma Fourreau — MEP and activist (France/Sweden); Gabrielle Cathala — Parliamentarian and former humanitarian worker; Justine Kempf — nurse, Médecins du Monde; Ange Sahuquet — engineer and human rights activist.

    Italy: Antonio Mazzeo — teacher, peace researcher, journalist; Antonio “Tony” La Picirella — climate and social justice organiser.

    Spain: Santiago González Vallejo — economist and activist; Sergio Toribio — engineer and environmentalist.

    Australia: Robert Martin — human rights activist; Tania “Tan” Safi — Journalist and organiser of Lebanese descent.

    Norway: Vigdis Bjorvand — 70-year-old lifelong justice activist.

    United Kingdom/France: Chloé Fiona Ludden — former UN staff and scientist.

    Tunisia: Hatem Aouini — Trade unionist and internationalist activist.

    The two journalists on board:

    Morocco: Mohamed El Bakkali — senior journalist with Al Jazeera (based in Paris).

    Iraq/United States: Waad Al Musa — cameraman and field reporter with Al Jazeera.

    The attack on Handala is the third violent act by Israeli forces against Freedom Flotilla missions this year alone, said the statement.

    “It follows the drone bombing of the civilian aid ship Conscience in European waters in May, which injured four people and disabled the vessel, and the illegal seizure of the Madleen in June, where Israeli forces abducted 12 civilians, including a Member of the European Parliament.

    “Shortly before their abduction, the Handala‘s crew affirmed that they would be hunger-striking if detained by Israeli forces and not accepting any food from the Israeli Occupation Forces.”

    Israeli officials have ignored the International Court of Justice’s binding orders that require the facilitation of humanitarian access to Gaza.

    The continued attacks on peaceful civilian missions represent a grave violation of international law, said the Freedom Flotilla Coalition.

    Kia Ora Gaza support for Handala
    In Auckland, Kia Ora Gaza spokesperson Roger Fowler, who is recovering from cancer treatment, said in a statement:

    “Kia Ora Gaza is a longtime member of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition and supports the current Handala civil mission to break Israel’s illegal siege of Gaza and end Israel’s campaign to wipe out the Palestinian population.

    “All governments must urgently take strong effective action to stop the genocide and occupation and end all complicity with Israel. There are no Kiwis on the Handala which was intercepted under an enforced communications blackout today.”

    Activists on board the Handala aid ship before leaving Italy’s Gallipoli Port on July 20, 2025. Image: Valeria Ferraro/Anadolu

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Cambodian PM reaffirms readiness for ‘immediate and unconditional ceasefire’ on Thai border

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    PHNOM PENH, July 27 (Xinhua) — Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on Sunday reiterated his readiness for an “immediate and unconditional ceasefire” between the armed forces of his country and Thailand.

    In a post on social media, Khun Manet said he had a phone conversation with US President Donald Trump on Saturday evening regarding the armed clashes on the Cambodia-Thailand border.

    During the conversation, D. Trump expressed his desire to avoid war or hostilities that would lead to numerous deaths and casualties on both sides, and his hope for an immediate ceasefire and the establishment of peace between the two countries, Hun Manet said.

    “In response, I made it clear to the Honorable President Donald Trump that Cambodia agrees to the proposal for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire between the armed forces of the two countries,” he said.

    Hun Manet said he had instructed Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Prak Sokhon to discuss a ceasefire proposal with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

    Clashes in border areas between Cambodia and Thailand began on Thursday, with both sides accusing each other of violating international law. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Breaking: Israeli military says fighting in parts of Gaza will be suspended from Sunday

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

    JERUSALEM, July 27 (Xinhua) — The Israeli military said it would limit fighting in three areas of the Gaza Strip from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. local time (07:00 a.m. to 17:00 GMT) daily from Sunday until further notice, local media reported. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: DPRK Supreme Leader Visits China-Korea Friendship Monument

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    PYONGYANG, July 27 (Xinhua) — North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un laid a wreath at the China-Korea Friendship Monument on Saturday to mark the 72nd anniversary of the DPRK’s victory in the Fatherland Liberation War (Korean War), the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported Sunday.

    “The DPRK will never forget the military exploits and merits of the fallen Chinese People’s Volunteers, who went down in the history of the great victory in the Korean War,” the agency quotes Kim Jong-un as saying.

    According to KCNA, he was accompanied by North Korean Foreign Minister Choi Son Hee and head of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Workers’ Party of Korea (WPK) Kim Son Nam. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Israel to temporarily halt fighting in Gaza – media

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    JERUSALEM, July 27 (Xinhua) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu decided on Saturday evening to suspend hostilities in the Gaza Strip for the entire day on Sunday, Israeli media reported.

    According to Israeli state television channel Kan TV News, the decision was made after consultations between B. Netanyahu, Defense Minister Israel Katz, Foreign Minister Gideon Saar and other senior officials in response to international pressure on the situation in Gaza.

    Earlier on Saturday, the Israel Defense Forces said in a statement that airlifts of humanitarian aid into Gaza would resume later that night.

    Palestinian sources and eyewitnesses confirmed that airdrops of humanitarian aid resumed in various areas of northern Gaza on Saturday evening.

    It comes amid warnings from aid agencies of growing hunger in Gaza, where access to basic necessities has been severely restricted since Israel closed all border crossings in March. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Aid airlifts resume in northern Gaza – sources

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    Gaza/Jerusalem, July 27 (Xinhua) — Humanitarian aid was dropped again over various areas in the northern Gaza Strip on Saturday evening, Palestinian sources and eyewitnesses reported.

    Several boxes of flour, sugar and canned goods were dropped by parachute in northern Gaza.

    One of the aid packages fell on a tent housing displaced people in northern Gaza, leaving several people with minor injuries, witnesses said.

    Meanwhile, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said in a statement that airdrops of humanitarian aid to Gaza would resume.

    According to the statement, seven pallets of humanitarian aid provided by international organizations will be airlifted. Special humanitarian corridors are planned to ensure the safe passage of UN convoys in Gaza.

    In turn, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) said it had decided to immediately resume airlifts of humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip.

    In a post on social media platform X, UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan said the UAE would continue to provide aid “by land, air and sea” to meet the urgent needs of the hardest-hit people in Gaza.

    The resumption of air aid comes amid warnings from aid agencies of worsening hunger in Gaza, where access to essential supplies has been severely restricted since Israel closed all crossings into the strip in March. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Cambodian PM reaffirms readiness for ‘immediate and unconditional ceasefire’ on border with Thailand

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    PHNOM PENH, July 27 (Xinhua) — Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on Sunday reiterated his readiness for an “immediate and unconditional ceasefire” between the armed forces of his country and Thailand.

    In a post on social media, Khun Manet said he had a phone conversation with US President Donald Trump on Saturday evening regarding the armed clashes on the Cambodia-Thailand border.

    During the conversation, D. Trump expressed his desire to avoid war or hostilities that would lead to numerous deaths and casualties on both sides, and his hope for an immediate ceasefire and the establishment of peace between the two countries, Hun Manet said.

    “In response, I made it clear to the Honorable President Donald Trump that Cambodia agrees to the proposal for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire between the armed forces of the two countries,” he said.

    Hun Manet said he had instructed Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Prak Sokhon to discuss a ceasefire proposal with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

    Clashes in border areas between Cambodia and Thailand began on Thursday, with both sides accusing each other of violating international law. –0–

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  • PM Modi launches development projects worth over ₹4800 crore in Tamil Nadu

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated, dedicated, and laid the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth more than ₹4800 crore in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu on Saturday. The initiatives span across key sectors, including airports, highways, ports, railways, and clean energy infrastructure, and are expected to significantly boost regional connectivity, economic growth, and the overall quality of life in southern Tamil Nadu.

    Marking the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas, the Prime Minister also paid homage to India’s brave soldiers, acknowledging their sacrifice and valor.

    Infrastructure and Connectivity Push

    PM Modi highlighted the central government’s focus on infrastructure and energy as the backbone of a state’s progress, noting that the past 11 years have seen a continued commitment to Tamil Nadu’s development. “Thoothukudi is witnessing the dawn of a new chapter in development,” he said.

    Among the major inaugurations was the new terminal building at Thoothukudi Airport, built at a cost of ₹450 crore. Spanning 17,340 square meters, the terminal is equipped to handle 20 lakh passengers annually—up from just 3 lakh earlier—and will play a crucial role in boosting connectivity for business, education, healthcare, and tourism in the region.

    The Prime Minister also inaugurated two major highway projects. The first is the 4-laning of the 50-km Sethiyathope–Cholapuram stretch of NH-36 under the Vikravandi–Thanjavur corridor, developed at over ₹2,350 crore. The second is the 6-laning of the 5.16-km NH-138 Thoothukudi Port Road, constructed at ₹200 crore. These projects are expected to ease cargo movement, reduce travel time, and support industrial growth in the Delta region.

    Strengthening Ports and Railways

    Furthering the development of maritime infrastructure, PM Modi inaugurated the North Cargo Berth–III at V.O. Chidambaranar Port, built at around ₹285 crore. With a cargo handling capacity of 6.96 MMTPA, the berth is expected to improve dry bulk logistics and boost the port’s operational efficiency.

    Three key railway infrastructure projects were also dedicated to the nation. These include the electrification of the 90-km Madurai–Bodinayakkanur line, the ₹650 crore doubling of the 21-km Nagercoil Town–Kanniyakumari section, and the doubling of the Aralvaymozhi–Nagercoil Junction (12.87 km) and Tirunelveli–Melappalayam (3.6 km) sections. These initiatives aim to improve travel time, passenger convenience, and economic integration in southern Tamil Nadu.

    Energy and Clean Power Focus

    The PM also laid the foundation stone for a key transmission project linked to the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant. Developed at a cost of ₹550 crore, the 400 kV transmission system will help evacuate 2000 MW of power from Units 3 and 4 and strengthen the national grid, ensuring reliable clean energy for Tamil Nadu and other beneficiary states.

    PM Modi noted that Tamil Nadu has seen fast progress under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, with nearly one lakh applications and over 40,000 rooftop solar installations already completed, creating thousands of green jobs and promoting clean energy usage.

    Economic Growth and Trade Boost

    The Prime Minister spoke about the recently signed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the United Kingdom, describing it as a symbol of the growing global trust in India. Under the agreement, 99 percent of Indian products exported to the UK will be tax-free. The PM this would enhance the global demand for Indian goods, benefit MSMEs, youth, and startups, and particularly support Tamil Nadu’s fishing community and innovation sector.

    Highlighting the government’s emphasis on ‘Make in India’, he cited the successful use of indigenous weapons during Operation Sindoor as an example of India’s manufacturing strength.

    Cultural and Historical Significance

    Paying tribute to Tamil Nadu’s rich cultural legacy, PM Modi remembered freedom fighter V.O. Chidambaram Pillai, and historical icons like Veerapandiya Kattabomman, Alagu Muthu Kon, and poet Subramania Bharati. He also underscored the cultural bond between Tamil Nadu and Kashi, exemplified through initiatives like the Kashi-Tamil Sangamam.

    The Prime Minister recalled gifting the famed Pandya Pearls of Thoothukudi to Bill Gates last year, highlighting their historical significance in India’s maritime trade.

    Long-Term Commitment to Tamil Nadu

    PM Modi emphasized that Tamil Nadu has received more than ₹3 lakh crore in central fund transfers over the past decade—three times more than the previous government. He noted that the state has also gained 11 new medical colleges and major investments under the Blue Revolution to support coastal economies and the fisheries sector.

    The PM also congratulated the people of Tamil Nadu, stating that the development projects in Thoothukudi mark a powerful step forward in the journey toward a developed Tamil Nadu and a developed India.

    The event was attended by Tamil Nadu Governor R. N Ravi, Union Ministers Rammohan Naidu Kinjarapu, L Murugan, and other dignitaries.

  • MIL-OSI: Remittix Confirms Q3 2025 Beta Wallet Launch with Solana and Ethereum Support, Presale Surpasses $17.3 Million

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    KOŠICE, Slovakia, July 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Remittix (RTX), a crypto payments project focused on practical financial utility, has officially announced the Q3 2025 launch of its beta wallet featuring Solana and Ethereum integration. The news follows strong momentum in its presale phase, which has now exceeded $17.3 million in contributions and 573 million tokens sold.

    The Remittix Wallet aims to bridge digital and real-world payments, offering users an easy-to-use platform for low-fee transfers, multi-chain compatibility, and a future rollout of crypto-to-fiat functionality.

    Beta Wallet Release Set for Q3 2025

    The Remittix beta wallet is built to serve individuals looking for simplified digital payments without the burden of excessive fees or complex conversion systems. At launch, it will support Ethereum and Solana, two leading blockchain networks known for speed, scalability, and strong developer ecosystems.

    Key wallet features include:

    • Secure multi-chain asset storage
    • Low-cost peer-to-peer transactions
    • Infrastructure prepared for crypto-to-fiat utility in later phases

    “The upcoming wallet release is a foundational step toward enabling seamless, real-world crypto payments for a global user base,” said a Remittix spokesperson.

    Crypto-to-Fiat Payments on the Horizon

    Following the wallet beta release, Remittix plans to introduce crypto-to-fiat conversion tools that will allow users to spend RTX and other assets in real time—without centralized exchanges or third-party apps. This feature is expected to support use cases such as:

    • Cross-border remittances
    • Contractor and freelancer payments
    • Retail and merchant transactions
    • Direct utility or bill payments in crypto

    The goal is to make everyday transactions with digital assets as intuitive and immediate as traditional payment methods.

    Growing Community and Presale Support

    Remittix’s presale continues to gain traction, now surpassing $17.3 million raised with 573 million+ tokens sold. A 50% token bonus remains available to participants for a limited time, alongside a $250,000 giveaway currently open to the public.

    Project Highlights

    • Beta Wallet Launch: Targeted for Q3 2025
    • Multi-Chain Support: Solana and Ethereum enabled
    • Future Roadmap: Crypto-to-fiat tools under development
    • $17.3M+ Raised: Over 573 million tokens sold
    • Community Offers: 50% bonus tokens and $250K giveaway live

    About Remittix

    Remittix (RTX) is a crypto payments platform developed to integrate blockchain into everyday life. By offering fast, cost-efficient transactions and building toward instant crypto-to-fiat usability, Remittix aims to empower global users—including freelancers, remote workers, and digital natives—with a modern financial toolkit.

    The beta wallet launch in Q3 2025 will mark the first major release in its roadmap, with ongoing presale contributions supporting further development.

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  • PM Modi to attend Rajendra Chola Millennium celebrations in Tamil Nadu today

    Source: Government of India

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    n the second and final day of his two-day visit to Tamil Nadu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in major cultural and historical events commemorating the legacy of Chola emperor Rajendra Chola I on Sunday.

    Around noon, the Prime Minister will arrive at the renowned Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple in Tiruchirappalli district to attend the grand millennium celebration of the emperor’s maritime expedition. The event coincides with the observance of the Aadi Tiruvathirai Festival.

    As part of the ceremony, PM Modi will release a commemorative coin in honour of Rajendra Chola I, paying tribute to one of India’s greatest emperors and his far-reaching naval conquests, which extended the Chola Empire’s influence across Southeast Asia.

    Later in the day, the Prime Minister is scheduled to participate in a series of other events in Gangaikonda Cholapuram, marking the millennium of Rajendra Chola’s maritime achievements and reaffirming the Centre’s commitment to preserving and promoting India’s ancient heritage.

    PM Modi arrived in Tamil Nadu on Saturday evening after concluding his foreign visits to the United Kingdom and the Maldives.

    He landed at Tuticorin Airport at 7:50 p.m., where he was received by Governor R.N. Ravi, Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu, and Union Ministers L. Murugan and Ram Mohan Naidu.

    Soon after his arrival, the Prime Minister inaugurated the newly constructed terminal building of Tuticorin Airport, built at a cost of Rs 452 crore. He also laid the foundation stone and inaugurated a range of development projects worth over Rs 4,900 crore. These projects span crucial sectors such as transport, energy, and logistics, reflecting a strong push for infrastructure growth in the state.

    Among the major initiatives unveiled were infrastructure projects worth Rs 550 crore in Tuticorin, power transmission works related to the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant, and the electrification of the Madurai–Bodinayakkanur railway line.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Sudan’s militant coalition announces parallel government

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    KHARTOUM, July 27 (Xinhua) — A political coalition led by the paramilitary Rapid Intervention Force (RIF) announced on Saturday the formation of a parallel government in Sudan, raising fears of further fragmentation of the country already suffering from civil conflict for more than two years.

    “The leadership of the Founding Alliance of Sudan has agreed to appoint Mohammed Hassan al-Taishi as prime minister of the peace government,” the alliance’s spokesman, Alaa El-Din Nugood, said in a televised address broadcast via Telegram.

    According to the statement, RRF commander Mohammed Hamdan Daglo was appointed head of the presidential council, the highest sovereign body in the new government, and PPLM-N leader Abdelaziz al-Hilu was appointed his deputy.

    An anonymous source in the alliance told Xinhua that the SRF received 42 percent of the seats in the parallel government, while the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North received 33 percent. The remaining 25 percent were divided among other groups in the alliance.

    Political analyst Abdel Khalek Mahjoub said the announcement of a parallel government would further complicate Sudan’s political crisis.

    “There are serious concerns that Sudan could face the threat of splitting, given the existence of two governments. This reality worsens the political situation in the country,” he said.

    Having two governments, he said, exacerbates the geographic divide, which could eventually lead to permanent division, as seen in some other countries.

    In February, the RSF signed a founding charter with various political and armed groups, laying the foundation for a parallel government.

    The RSF currently controls most of the Darfur region in western Sudan and part of the Kordofan region.

    Sudan remains locked in a conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the RRF, which erupted in April 2023. The fighting has killed tens of thousands of people and displaced millions more. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI China: Floods can’t stop the fun — China’s ‘Village Super League’ roars back

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

    China’s renowned “Village Super League,” also known as Cun Chao, has made a triumphant return with a gratitude-themed restart ceremony staged in Rongjiang County, Guizhou Province, on late Saturday, drawing tens of thousands of spectators. The celebration comes after devastating floods weeks ago, when the stadium and much of the county were submerged in floodwaters.

    Four matches, including three friendship matches, were held on Saturday, of which many players from all walks of life contributed to the flood fighting in late June.

    International stars, Roberto Baggio from Italy and Roberto Carlos from Brazil, also showed up during the halftime. “Although China is half a globe away from Europe, here I can feel that the passion for football is exactly the same,” said Baggio on the scene.

    Li Sha, head of the county cultural center and a member of the event’s organizing committee, said that in just one month, Cun Chao is back in full swing. “This would not have been possible without nationwide support.”

    An aerial drone photo taken on July 26 shows the restart ceremony of the “Village Super League,” also known as Cun Chao, staged in Rongjiang County, Guizhou Province in southwest China. (Xinhua/Liu Xu)

    Launched in May 2023, Cun Chao has become one of China’s most prominent grassroots football events. Boosted by the sports event, Rongjiang County, home to a population of 385,000, attracted 7.6 million tourists in 2023 and over 9.4 million in 2024.

    The third season kicked off in early January this year, with over 3,000 players from 108 village teams competing for the champion.

    On June 24 and 28, rain-triggered floods hit the county hard, leading to the suspension of the league. The floods impacted 145,000 people and prompted 92,000 evacuations. Six people were killed.

    This combined photo shows the newly re-constructed football field of the “Village Super League” in Rongjiang County, southwest China’s Guizhou Province, July 25, 2025 (Top, aerial drone photo) and the field under the impact of severe flooding on June 25, 2025 (Bottom, aerial drone photo). (Xinhua/Yang Wenbin)

    GRATEFUL RETURN

    At the ceremony in the newly renovated stadium with donated turf, repaired lighting and rebuilt corridors, a performance titled “Rebirth” reenacted scenes of firefighters, armed police, electricians and medical workers from nationwide joining in the rescue.

    “When floods raged, seeing rescuers from across China made us feel assured,” said 55-year-old Yang Changrong, a performer from the Changba residential community, one of the worst-hit areas.

    Yang recalled that the rescuers worked in extreme heat, carrying supplies by hand where vehicles could not reach. “When exhausted, they simply rested by the roadside. It was heart-wrenching yet inspiring.”

    Figures show that over 30,000 rescuers rushed to aid the county and donations — nearly 80 million yuan (about 11 million U.S. dollars) in funds and 2.2 million relief items — poured in for the disaster relief work.

    Liang Xiaolei attended the ceremony as part of the parade team that participated in the relief efforts.

    The veteran rescuer called Rongjiang’s flood fight an experience that moved him the most. “From elderly folks to schoolchildren, everyone pitched in — cooking meals and clearing rubble,” he said. “Every time we opened the boxed meals and saw the tightly packed food, we felt their care.”

    Cheerleading squad in ethnic costumes attend the restart ceremony of the “Village Super League,” also known as Cun Chao, staged in Rongjiang County, Guizhou Province in southwest China, July 26, 2025. (Photo by Long Jianrui/Xinhua)

    REBUILDING HOPE

    The restart of the league, a major sign of Rongjiang’s post-disaster recovery, has brought strong hope to people in their efforts to restore normal life.

    As the football matches are back on schedule, hotels are fully booked, and schools have been made available to temporarily accommodate about 6,000 visitors.

    Wearing the iconic yellow costume of the Brazilian national team, He Yufeng from Chongqing Municipality headed to Rongjiang with his family to see Roberto Carlos and watch the matches.

    Also an amateur player, the 37-year-old plays football every weekend in Chongqing. “The atmosphere here is great. I’ll come back to play with my team if I get the chance,” he said.

    Roberto Baggio (R) and Roberto Carlos (L) attend the “Village Super League,” also known as Cun Chao, staged in Rongjiang County, Guizhou Province in southwest China, July 26, 2025. (Photo by Long Jianrui/Xinhua)

    Fruit vendor Yan Jiafu, who suffered much economic loss in the floods, reopened his shop after obtaining a 500,000 yuan government-subsidized loan in mid-July. “Cun Chao has brought back our confidence,” he said.

    The county has coordinated with banks to provide financial support and state-owned properties to waive six-month rentals to related businesses. As of Friday, more than 90 percent of some 6,800 affected businesses had reopened.

    After the gratitude-themed restart, Rongjiang will resume the league with full force and host all the delayed matches, said Xu Bo, the county’s Party chief.

    “Bearing gratitude in mind, we will move on, bringing Cun Chao’s passion, vitality and joy to people across the country again,” Xu said. 

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  • MIL-OSI China: Egyptian, French leaders discuss mediation efforts on Gaza ceasefire

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

    Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi on Saturday discussed mediation efforts to achieve a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip during a phone call with his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron, the Egyptian presidency said in a statement.

    The two leaders stressed the importance of ensuring the delivery of adequate and appropriate humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza.

    They also emphasized the necessity of reaching a just and comprehensive solution to the Palestinian issue in accordance with international legitimacy resolutions.

    Sisi welcomed Macron’s recent announcement of France’s intention to officially recognize the State of Palestine during the upcoming 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in September, saying that the decision is part of France’s ongoing efforts “to implement the two-state solution.”

    Sisi also reaffirmed Egypt’s support for a French-Saudi initiative aimed at organizing a high-level international conference on the peaceful settlement of the Palestinian issue, scheduled to be held in New York later this month.

    Macron, for his part, expressed his country’s full support for Egypt’s mediation efforts, according to the statement.

    The Israeli military campaign in Gaza since October 2023 have left more than 59,000 Palestinians killed and over 143,000 injured, according to Gaza’s health authorities.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Breaking: DPRK Supreme Leader Visits China-Korea Friendship Monument

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

    PYONGYANG, July 27 (Xinhua) — North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un visited and laid a wreath at the China-Korea Friendship Monument on Saturday to mark the 72nd anniversary of the DPRK’s victory in the Fatherland Liberation War (Korean War), state media reported Sunday. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Roswell, Georgia, Man Sentenced for Threatening Former FBI Director Christopher Wray

    Source: US FBI

    ATLANTA – John Woodbury, 35, of Roswell, GA, has been sentenced to seventeen months in prison after pleading guilty to transmitting threats to injure then-FBI Director Christopher Wray.                                       

    “My office has zero tolerance for threats against law enforcement officers,” said U.S. Attorney Theodore S. Hertzberg. “Threatening to harm public servants who enforce our criminal laws weakens the foundation of our society and will be punished accordingly.”

    “The functioning of our democracy requires that our country’s public servants be able to do their jobs without fearing for their lives,” said FBI Atlanta Special Agent in Charge Paul Brown. “The sentencing of John Woodbury is yet another example of the FBI’s commitment to holding those accountable who threaten public officials.

    According to U.S. Attorney Hertzberg, the charges, and other information presented in court: On June 7, 2023, Woodbury posted a message on 4chan.org that threatened violence against then-FBI Director Wray. In his message, Woodbury posted Director Wray’s purported home address and wrote: “Let’s show them what a fucking ‘Nazi’ . . . looks like. . . . It’s time to burn these mother fuckers down and hang them from trees. Hit them where it fucking hurts. Hit Chris at his home. Make his family fear stepping one foot outside their god damn door.”   

    Earlier today, United States District Judge Sarah E. Geraghty sentenced Woodbury to seventeen months in prison followed by three years of supervised release. Woodbury was convicted of transmitting a threat in interstate commerce, after he pleaded guilty on April 18, 2025.

    This case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

    For further information please contact the U.S. Attorney’s Public Affairs Office at USAGAN.PressEmails@usdoj.gov or (404) 581-6185. The Internet address for the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Georgia is http://www.justice.gov/usao-ndga.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Samsung Electronics Earns Marker of Global Trust With EU RED Certification

    Source: Samsung

    ▲ Taeyong Son, Executive Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics and Frank L. Blaimberger, Vice President of TÜV SÜD, were present at the EU RED certification ceremony.
     
    Samsung Electronics today announced that its latest TVs, monitors and commercial display products have been technically evaluated for compliance with the European Union’s Radio Equipment Directive (RED), including updated cybersecurity requirements that take effect on August 1, 2025.
     
    “With the growing emphasis on security in the industry, we are strengthening security features to stay ahead of this evolving trend,” said Taeyong Son, Executive Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “In addition to this achievement, we are committed to introducing innovations with advanced security and technology globally, thereby reinforcing customer trust in our solutions.”
     
    The EU’s RED, introduced in 2016, establishes essential requirements for the safety, electromagnetic compatibility and efficient spectrum use of radio-equipped products. In 2022, the EU announced expanded cybersecurity rules under the RED to improve protection against network threats, safeguard personal data and reduce the risk of fraud. These new provisions will become mandatory starting August 2025.
     
    The TÜV SÜD assessment covers Samsung’s entire 2024–2025 visual display lineup for the European market, including TVs, monitors, digital signage and Color E-Paper. Samsung is actively extending this compliance process to all applicable product lines as part of its global regulatory readiness strategy.
     
    In fact, this focus on compliance reflects a broader, ongoing commitment to product security across Samsung’s ecosystem. In 2024, the company’s proprietary cryptographic module,
     

    Samsung CryptoCore, earned FIPS 140-3 certification from the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).1 As of 2025, Samsung CryptoCore has been integrated into Tizen OS,2 the operating system powering Samsung Smart TVs, to enhance protection across key product lines including TVs, monitors and digital signage.
    In addition, Samsung Smart TVs are equipped with its Samsung Knox security platform, which has earned Common Criteria (CC) certification every year since 2015 — further underscoring Samsung’s leadership in consumer device security.

     
    For more information, visit www.samsung.com.
     
     
    1 Recognized in the United States, Canada, UK, Germany, France, South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Australia and New Zealand.
    2 Tizen OS 9.0.

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  • MIL-OSI: Remittix Announces Q3 2025 Beta Wallet Launch with Solana Network Support, Raising Over $17.3 Million in Ongoing Presale

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    KOŠICE, Slovakia, July 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Remittix (RTX), a crypto payments platform aiming to simplify cross-border and freelance transactions, has confirmed the Q3 2025 launch of its beta wallet, alongside newly announced integration with the Solana blockchain. These developments mark key milestones in Remittix’s roadmap toward enabling fast, low-cost, and user-friendly crypto-to-fiat payments.

    As of July, Remittix has raised more than $17.3 million in presale contributions and sold over 575 million RTX tokens, with a limited-time 50% token bonus still available for early adopters.

    Beta Wallet Launch Set for Q3 2025

    The upcoming Remittix Wallet (beta) will allow users to store, send, and manage crypto assets with near-zero fees. It is designed with a broader goal of making everyday crypto transactions—from remittances to bill payments—as seamless as sending a bank transfer.

    At launch, the wallet will support both Solana and Ethereum, giving users access to high-speed and scalable transaction infrastructure.

    “Remittix is focused on building real-world financial tools that can simplify payments for freelancers, merchants, and global users,” said a spokesperson for Remittix. “The beta wallet release will mark the beginning of that vision.”

    Solana Integration for Enhanced Transaction Speed

    By incorporating Solana, Remittix users will benefit from millisecond transaction speeds and ultra-low fees, making it ideal for use cases like micropayments, freelance earnings, and cross-border remittances.

    When combined with Ethereum’s security and broad compatibility, the Remittix platform aims to offer both flexibility and performance.

    Crypto-to-Fiat Utility on the Roadmap

    In addition to basic crypto wallet functionality, Remittix is working toward introducing instant crypto-to-fiat conversion. This future feature will enable users to spend RTX tokens directly on goods, services, or bill payments without relying on third-party exchanges.

    Target use cases include:

    • Contractor and freelance payments
    • Retail and merchant acceptance
    • Instant global remittances
    • Crypto-based bill settlements

    While this utility will roll out post-beta, the infrastructure is being built with compliance and scalability in mind.

    Additional Highlights

    • $250,000 Remittix Giveaway currently live for the community
    • Token price: $0.0842 with 50% bonus available during the current phase
    • Q3 2025: Target release window for the beta wallet

    About Remittix (RTX)

    Remittix is a blockchain-based payment ecosystem focused on delivering practical crypto utility for global users. Through its low-fee cross-border features, dual-chain architecture, and upcoming fiat conversion capabilities, Remittix seeks to reduce friction in digital payments and make crypto more accessible to non-technical users.

    With over $17.3 million raised and an expanding user base, Remittix continues to move toward a more integrated financial future—one where crypto serves as a functional alternative for real-world payments.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Senator Marshall: This is America’s Golden Age

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Kansas Roger Marshall

    Senator Marshall Joins Fox Business to Discuss President Trump’s First Six Months in Office
    Washington – On Friday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), joined Maria Bartiromo on Fox Business’ Mornings with Maria to discuss the historic wins that the Trump Administration has secured in just six months, including tax cuts, a secure border, and multiple trade deals, as well as Democrats’ weaponization of the intelligence community.

    Click HERE or on the image above to watch Senator Marshall’s full interview.
    On President Trump’s First Six Months in Office:
    “Well, we’re on Trump time right now. Maria, I think what’s more important is what the American people think. We did three telephone town halls, 5,000 Kansans on those phone calls, and over 80% of them feel our country’s generally going in the right direction.
    “Now, by the way, 70% of them think work requirements are good as well. But this is the sort of a new golden era. The border is secure. We’re rolling back regulations. The price of gas and groceries are down. President Trump on these trade deals – major, major wins for all of Americans, but especially rural America, when it comes to agriculture and energy opportunities.”
    On Senate Republicans’ work to pass Appropriations bills to avoid shutdown:
    “Well, if there’s a is a shutdown, it’s on the back of Chuck Schumer. He’s doing everything he can to sabotage the process. On the other hand, under the leadership of Susan Collins and all these Appropriations Committees, they’ve got their work done.
    “The big news here is that, actually, we’re going back to pre-pandemic spending levels, working towards a balanced budget. So we’ve done our work. The appropriations committees are passing those out in twenty-five to one unanimous in some of the twelve buckets you’re talking about.
    “So, now we’ll have to bring them to the floor, and we’ll see if Chuck Schumer keeps eight Democrats from voting for those, so we’re doing our work. If anything, if this doesn’t come to fruition, it will be on the back of Chuck Schumer.”
    On Democrats’ weaponization of the intelligence community:
    “They lied to us about Joe Biden’s mental health. They lied to us about COVID. And of course, they’ve lied to us all things Russia, Russia, Russia.
    “I do remember interviewing with you and going back to the FISA court abuse. I think in 2017 you were already covering that. This is the next chapter of that FISA court abuse. And in this case, it’s new evidence with President Obama’s fingerprints all over this.
    “He took evidence that his intelligence agency said, look, there was no interference, and now, he’s turned that narrative around and then weaponized his intelligence community to paralyze President Trump’s presidency going forward.
    “When I look at a story like this, the first thing I want to know is, what’s their motive? Well, the Democrats clearly had a motive here. They wanted to delegitimize the election, and they wanted to cripple President Trump’s agenda going forward. And to your point, they did just that.
    “The next thing I asked, you know, does the story make sense? It makes 100% sense. I’m not a conspiracy theorist, but here we have again, this next chapter of the FISA court abuse. This would absolutely be the next chapter of this. Then, where’s the evidence? Well, here’s the evidence. The smoking gun, this document from the White House, this new document, which Tulsi Gabbard has uncovered, that President Obama literally switched the narrative, saying that Russia interfered with the election. He wanted to delegitimize that election and freeze out President Trump’s agenda and the will [of] the American people, by the way.”
    On President Trump’s trade deals and deterring China:
    “Well, Maria, I just want to again compliment President Trump and what he’s doing strategically with trade to try to put China in a box. If you think about his trade agreements, he’s done here, put the UK aside, but you mentioned earlier, trade agreements with Japan, all those South Sea countries right now, as well as Indonesia.
    “Indonesia is the fourth largest country in the world, and what China is doing is they’re sending those goods to places like Indonesia and Vietnam, and then trying to get into the US on that lower tariff.
    “So, President Trump is boxing in China right now, and I think he’s made it very, very clear as far as the fentanyl precursors go, and by the way, because the border secure, there’s less fentanyl coming into the country right now. There’s less crime. There’s less fentanyl poisoning as well.”

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Red tape slashed to revamp high streets with new cafes and bars

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    Press release

    Red tape slashed to revamp high streets with new cafes and bars

    Communities and town centres across the UK are set to benefit from a wave of new cafes, bars, music venues and outdoor dining options, as the Government slashes red tape to breathe new life into the high street.

    • Government to overhaul planning and licensing rules to make it quicker and easier for new cafes, bars and music venues to open in place of disused shops.
    • New ‘hospitality zones’ will fast-track permissions for alfresco dining, pubs, bars and street parties.
    • Reforms will also protect long-standing venues from noise complaints by new developments.
    • Part of the Small Business Plan, which will show how the Plan for Change will rejuvenate smaller businesses and put more money in people’s pockets.

    Communities and town centres across the UK are set to benefit from a wave of new cafes, bars, music venues and outdoor dining options, as the Government slashes red tape to breathe new life into the high street.

    The government will introduce a new National Licensing Policy Framework, which will modernise outdated planning and licensing rules—cutting the cost, complexity, and time it takes to open and operate hospitality venues, and helping small businesses grow and communities reconnect.

    The reforms will make it easier to convert disused shops into hospitality venues, and protect long-standing pubs, clubs, and music venues from noise complaints by new developments – ensuring the buzz of the high street can thrive without being silenced.

    As part of this, the Government will introduce the ‘Agent of Change’ principle into national planning and licensing policy – meaning developers will be responsible for soundproofing their buildings if they choose to build near existing pubs, clubs or music venues.

    New dedicated ‘hospitality zones’, will also be introduced where permissions for alfresco dining, street parties and extended opening hours will be fast-tracked – helping to bring vibrancy and footfall back to the high street.

    The new National Licensing Policy Framework will streamline and standardise the process for securing planning permission and licences, removing the patchwork of local rules that currently delay or deter small businesses from opening. This means that entrepreneurs looking to turn empty shops into cafes, bars or music venues will face fewer forms, faster decisions, and lower costs.

    This transformation is already underway through the High Street Rental Auction Scheme, which gives councils the power to auction off leases for commercial properties that have been vacant for over a year—bringing empty shops back into use and turning them into vibrant community hubs where people can enjoy a meal, drink, or night out.

    The plans come ahead of the launch of the Government’s Small Business Plan which will deliver on the Plan for Change by setting out further steps to unlock the full potential of the UK’s 5.5 million SMEs – who collectively contribute £2.8 trillion in turnover and provide 60% of all private sector jobs.

    Business and Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds said:

    “This Government has a plan to replace shuttered up shops with vibrant places to socialise turning them into thriving cafés or busy bars, which supports local jobs and gives people a place to get together and catch up over a beer or a coffee.

    “Red tape has stood in the way of people’s business ideas for too long. Today we’re slashing those barriers to giving small business owners the freedom to flourish.

    “From faster café openings to easier alfresco dining, our Plan for Change will put the buzz back into our town centres and money back into the pockets of local entrepreneurs, because when small businesses thrive, communities come alive.”

    Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves said:

    “Whether it’s cheering on the Lionesses or catching up with friends, our pubs and bars are at the heart of British life.

    “For too long, they’ve been stifled by clunky, outdated rules. We’re binning them – to protect pavement pints, al fresco dining and street parties – not just for the summer, but all year round.

    “Through our Plan for Change, we’re backing small businesses and bringing good times back to the high street.”

    Craig Beaumont, Executive Director at the Federation of Small Businesses, said: 

    “With the Women’s Euros final bringing communities together to watch and enjoy in our pubs, bars, cafes and community venues tonight, this move is a welcome win for small firms. 

    By cutting red tape this enables small business to serve more customers outdoors.  Let’s hope this is just the kick-off to a bold, long-term small business strategy.”

    All these plans, subject to an initial Call for Evidence in due course, will be delivered as soon as possible as part of the Government’s commitment to reduce the administrative costs of regulation by at least 25%.

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    Published 26 July 2025

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