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PALOPs should take advantage of the advantages and think regionally, argues Sérgio Pimenta
Ver Angola
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In an interview with Lusa on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the independence of the former Portuguese colonies in Africa, which is being celebrated this year, Sérgio Pimenta said that the Portuguese-speaking African countries (PALOP)...
All aboard for the loveliest old-school sailing holidays
The Times
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There’s something undeniably romantic about the sound of the wind in the sails, gently creaking masts and the sloshing of waves against the hull. Whether you’re after all-out formal luxury, the glamour of a yacht on the French Riviera or a...
Geospatial Intelligence: A strategic tool for combating insecurity in West Africa
The Citizen (Nigeria)
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June 8, 2025
As insecurity continues to pose profound threats to national and regional stability in West Africa, innovative solutions are urgently needed to strengthen governance, enhance security operations, and build resilience. One such strategic solution...
Exploring football, culture and the ‘rabbit hole’ when they’re combined
Derry Journal
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June 14, 2025
Pete Martin sits down, his shoes are off because you don’t want tread marks on set, and he’s just finished his latest shoot ahead of the Club World Cup. This time it’s Mamelodi Sundowns, the champions of South Africa and very nearly the champions...
These Are The 50 Richest Countries By GDP Per Capita
Zero Hedge
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GDP per capita is a rough proxy for a country’s average living standards. A higher GDP per capita usually reflects more economic resources available per person, a signal for prosperity. However, like all statistical measures there are caveats: it...
Int’l infrastructure forum concludes with USD 10 bln in cooperation agreements
Macau Business
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June 13, 2025
Thirty-one cooperation agreements worth USD 10.1 billion were signed during an infrastructure forum in Macau, with one-third involving companies from Portuguese-speaking countries and the Special Administrative Region, it was announced on Friday....
Here's why an unusually warm Gulf of Mexico could be an open buffet for tropical cyclones
Austin American-Statesman - Texas
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Any hurricane or tropical storm threatening Houston or the Texas coastline draws power from the heat energy stored in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Just two weeks into the Atlantic hurricane season, we’re already seeing especially high...
UN Tourism Commission for Africa Meets to Boost Social Impact, Innovation, and Youth Empowerment
Hospitality Net
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June 13, 2025
The UN Tourism Regional Commission for Africa (CAF), brought together tourism leaders, government officials, and creative-sector stakeholders to chart a future where tourism drives lasting, inclusive development across the region. The event...
NASA’s Hurricane Science, Tech, Data Help American Communities
NASA
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June 12, 2025
NASA supports hurricane preparedness and response by providing satellite data and science before, during, and after storms. During hurricane season, NASA delivers timely flood maps, power outage insights, landslide risk assessments, and more to...
Reinvigorating intra-African trade amid global tensions
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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June 11, 2025
The golden triad of domestic, regional, and international trade catalyzes markets and, by extension, economic growth and productivity – in an ideal state. The significant counterpoint however, is that geoeconomics, geopolitics, and overriding...
Ranked: The 50 Richest Countries by GDP Per Capita in 2025
Visual Capitalist
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June 13, 2025
See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Ranked: The 50 Richest Countries by GDP Per Capita in 2025 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible...
About South County: Support for Matunuck Oyster Bar shows South County at its best
Independent - Rhode Island
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That Perry Raso has contributed significantly to the community fails to capture the essence of this local — and nationally known — business owner. It just begins to touch on his commitment. So, in Perry’s time of need — a fire on May 20 destroying...
Tanzania‘s 107.7tri/- loan wisely to foot the country’s development projects
Daily News Tanzania
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June 12, 2025
DODOMA: THE public debt of the Tanzanian government has reached 107.70 tri/- as of April 2025. Of this amount, external debt accounted for 72.94tri/-, while domestic debt stood at 34.76tri/-. Both domestic and external debts have helped to develop...
Bridgewater State University and Portugal’s Iscte establish partnership
Fall River Herald News - Massachusetts
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Bridgewater State University (BSU) and Iscte - University Institute of Lisbon (Iscte) have partnered to advance cybersecurity and AI initiatives. The partnership, supported by a grant, aims to develop joint programs and degrees in areas of mutual...
Don’t think small, think at scale
Island Times
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June 10, 2025
NICE (TPL NEWS)—As the epicentre of global Ocean messaging celebrates World Ocean Day in Monaco and heads to Nice, France for the opening sessions of the 3rd UN Oceans Conference, Palau’s President Surangel Whipps Jr has delivered a...
Prenatal exposure to forever chemicals linked to higher teen blood pressure
Medical News
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June 13, 2025
Children exposed before birth to synthetic compounds called "forever chemicals" had higher blood pressure during their teenage years, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access,...
World Bank Forecasts 3.6% Economic Growth For Nigeria In 2025, Behind Ghana, Niger Republic, Others
Sahara Reporters
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The World Bank’s Global Economic Prospects report reveals that Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is projected to grow by 3.6% in 2025. However, this growth rate lags behind the projections for 18 other African nations, including Ghana, Niger...
Six UB faculty receive Fulbright Scholar awards
UB Now
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UB faculty members Shermali Gunawardena, Barbara Prinari, Bina Ramamurthy, Adrian Rodriguez-Riccelli, Hua “Helen” Wang and Hao Zeng have received prestigious Fulbright Scholar awards to study and teach abroad during the coming year. The Fulbright...
Blue Bayou Waterpark to reopen next year in Baton Rouge under new name and ownership
WDSU 6 - Louisiana
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June 10, 2025
Blue Bayou Waterpark to reopen next year in Baton Rouge under new name and ownership On Tuesday, Leisure Sports, a Louisiana-based company, announced plans to reopen the beloved Baton Rouge waterpark in 2026. Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy...
Exposure to “forever chemicals” before birth may raise blood pressure during teen years
EurekAlert!
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Research Highlights: Being exposed to synthetic compounds called “forever chemicals” before birth was linked to higher systolic (top number) blood pressure in children, especially during their adolescent years. Compared to other children, the risk...