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UAE-India Cepa Council Inks Pact With Indian Business Body
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) The UAE-India Cepa Council (UICC) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) on Thursday, commencing a strategic partnership to bolster economic and trade ties between the UAE and...
Despite progress in HIV management, commitment must stay high—Okonkwo, CEO, APIN—Public Health Initiatives
Business Day
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July 9, 2025
Prosper Okonkwo is the founding CEO of APIN-Public Health Initiatives, a leading Nigerian NGO that emerged from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health’s AIDS Prevention Initiative. Under his leadership, APIN supports over 300,000 clients on HIV...
Why psychological health and safety at work matters
HR Magazine
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July 9, 2025
Embedding psychological health and safety can create workplaces that unlock people's full potential, Bupa's representative explains. In today’s fast-evolving business landscape, organisations are increasingly recognising that their most valuable...
Comment: Michelle Obama is quitting politics. Or is she?
Herald - Washington State
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July 9, 2025
By Nia-Malika Henderson / Bloomberg Opinion Former First Lady Michelle Obama is done with politics, at least in the traditional sense. And for anyone who has paid attention to Obama over the last few years, this pivot should come as no surprise....
FLOWERS: Breakfast is now must go to political event
The Sand Mountain Reporter - Alabama
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In bygone days in Alabama politics, there were several what I call “go to” events for statewide Alabama politicians and potential candidates. Today, there is one: the Dekalb/Henager Ledbetter/Livingston 4th of July Breakfast. About ten years ago,...
Nurtured Lands Farm returns to traditional farming, improving soil and animal health
The Herald Ledger - Kentucky
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PRINCETON — Nurtured Lands Farm’s mission is to produce nutritious food and improve the land while creating a welcoming environment to foster conversation about the way food is produced. Since 2021, Justin and Kate Adams have continued to fulfill...
Small business optimism steady despite inventory concerns
Show-Me State Times - Missouri
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July 8, 2025
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released its Small Business Optimism Index for June, which saw a slight decrease of 0.2 points to 98.6. This figure remains marginally above the long-term average of 98 over the past 51 years....
Bank of England says UK banks can increase riskier mortgage lending – business live
The Guardian
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July 9, 2025
UK banks can increase riskier mortgage lending, BoE saysNewsflash: The Bank of England is recommending that lending rules are relaxed so that banks and building societies can issue more mortgages at high loan-to-income levels. The BoE’s Financial...
Bonfire response politically weak says SDLP leader
BBC
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July 9, 2025
ShareSave The electricity substation buildings are behind the fence just metres from the bonfire, while asbestos is not far away Social Democratic and Labour Party (SDLP) leader Claire Hanna says there has been a very weak response "politically...
Are the days of brunching over? Popular Auckland cafe KIND closes amidst economic pressures
RNZ
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July 9, 2025
KIND Cafe & Eatery has closed its doors. Photo: Instagram/Kind Morningside The economy's not been kind to a popular Auckland cafe founded on the principals of compassion and tolerance. KIND Cafe & Eatery shut up shop on Monday after serving the...
Fake news, disinformation, political leaders drive Rhode Island Democrats and Republicans to live in different realities
RI News Today - Rhode Island
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July 9, 2025
New Survey Results: RI Democrats and Republicans are living in different realities Well over half of registered voters in Rhode Island believe the United States democracy is not healthy, though the level of concern varies by political party,...
ANZ businesses urged to prioritise AI readiness & strategy
SecurityBrief
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July 9, 2025
As AI Appreciation Day approaches, industry leaders are reflecting on the remarkable advancements artificial intelligence has made and emphasising the urgent steps required to ensure its responsible, effective integration into business and...
The Environmental Group Secures PFAS Project Order as Demand for Clean-Tech Solutions Grows | ASX 200 Stock Price Watch
Kalkine Media
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July 9, 2025
Highlights $1.9m contract secured for PFAS treatment plant Advanced foam fractionation technology to be deployed Supports circular economy and environmental remediation The Environmental Group (ASX:EGL) has secured a contract valued at $1.9...
Poor mental health is driving young people in the UK out of their jobs. My own journey showed me how to help
The Guardian
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July 9, 2025
Last month, new figures showed that one in four young people in England have a mental health condition. An unwillingness to examine the challenging social and economic conditions – from housing insecurity to financial concerns – means there can be...
Reclaiming the spaza shop economy: South Africans encouraged to access R500 million fund
IOL
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South Africans are being urged to reclaim the township and rural spaza shop economy by taking advantage of the R500 million Spaza Shop Fund, which aims to revitalise informal retail businesses through financial and non-financial support. This call...
KCC chief booted from Cabinet meetings for 'politically biased remarks'
Korea JoungAng Daily
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July 9, 2025
Published: 09 Jul. 2025, 16:30 Korea Communications Commission Chairperson Lee Jin-sook drinks water during a full session of the Science, ICT, Broadcasting and Communications Committee at the National Assembly in central Seoul on July 7. [LIM...
Over 140 Environmentally Friendly Buses Coming to Budapest
Hungary Today
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July 9, 2025
A total of 142 new, environmentally friendly Mercedes-Benz Citaro G (628 03) low-floor articulated buses equipped with state-of-the-art diesel technology have been added to the BKK (Center for Budapest Transport) fleet. The vehicles were presented...
UAE Gender Balance Council showcases national achievements in advancing care economy, financial inclusion at G20 meeting
Eye of Riyadh
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the UAE Gender Balance Council highlighted the nation’s successful experience in women’s economic empowerment and its efforts to strengthen the care economy and financial inclusion during its participation in the third technical meeting of the G20...
London businesses bet on profit growth despite persistent headwinds
LondonlovesBusiness
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July 9, 2025
A growing share of London businesses are optimistic about improving profitability over the coming 12 months, according to the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry, as it publishes its latest quarterly economic survey. The upbeat outlook is...
NFIB reports steady small business optimism amid tax concerns
Buckeye Reporter - Ohio
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July 8, 2025
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released its Small Business Optimism Index for June, showing a slight decrease of 0.2 points to 98.6, which remains above the long-term average of 98. The decline is largely attributed to an...