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CalMac Secures New Ferry Service Contract in Direct Award
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The contract for operating Scotland’s west coast ferry services going forward has been directly granted to the current publicly owned operator, CalMac Ferries Ltd. The Scottish government stated that the focus of the service would shift towards a “public service model,” rather than operating on a commercial basis. The contract for the Clyde and…
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Pakistan’s Retaliation Claims: India Debunks False Reports on ‘Operation Sindoor’
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New Delhi [ India ], May 7 (ANI): A fact-check unit of the Central government has debunked the claim circulating on social media that Pakistan has destroyed an India n Brigade Headquarters in retaliation for the ‘ Operation Sindoor ‘ conducted by the India n Armed Forces against terrorist hideouts. The Press Information Bureau…
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US Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost Ascends as Pope Leo XIV: Stay Tuned with DW
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It has been announced that Cardinal Robert Prevost will be the next leader of the Catholic Church. He is the first pope hailing from the United States and has adopted the papal name Leo XIV. for further details. Pope Leo XIV has become the newest leader of the Catholic Church. He is the first…
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‘98% Suspicious”: Bank Employee Thwarts $900 Romance Scam, Saves Man in Japan
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TOMIOKA, Gunma — A bank worker in eastern Japan’s Gunma Prefecture prevented a man in his 60s from becoming a victim of a romance scam when he attempted to send ¥100,000 ($686) to someone he had met via an online dating application. The individual received recognition for their actions in the form of an…
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Luxury Brands in China Cut Discounts to Restore Value
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Balenciaga, Versace, Valentino, and their contemporaries are shifting strategies to highlight exclusivity and draw steady expenditures from affluent customers. Several high-end brands are reducing deep discounts in China with the aim of restoring their exclusive image to attract affluent customers whose purchasing power remains less affected by economic downturns. None of the items offered…
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Media Revolution: Global Edition (English)
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In recent times, the conventional media environment has experienced substantial changes, smoothly merging with the emerging dominance of social media. Although these alterations may seem minor at first glance, they carry considerable weight beneath the surface, frequently going unnoticed by many observers. Nonetheless, when examined more closely, it emerges that established platforms like television,…
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Century Park Seized by Receivership as Investor Billy Cheung’s Troubles Mount
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The hospitality venue known as Century Park has fallen into receivership and is being managed by a tax advisory firm amidst the escalating fiscal challenges faced by its proprietor, Chinese national Billy Cheung. As per an authoritative declaration, Century Park now operates under the jurisdictional oversight and operational command of PricewaterhouseCoopers Rwanda Limited (PwC).…
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Customs Unveils Digital Revolution: Form M Integration into B’Odoggwu Trade Portal Sets New Standards (International Edition)
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Mkpoikana Udoma Port Harcourt — The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has initiated a pilot program for handling Form M using their internally developed B’Odoggwu Unified Customs Management System, signaling an important step forward in digitizing Nigeria’s trade facilitation processes. The move is seen as a major stride toward streamlining customs documentation, boosting efficiency, and…
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Starmer’s US Trade Deal Leaves Pharma Sector Behind, Covering Only a Quarter of UK Exports
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The British public is reflecting on the effects of Keir Starmer referred to the trade agreement with the U.S. today, noting that statistics indicate it encompasses roughly one-fourth of Britain’s total exports. The agreement dramatically unveiled by the Prime Minister and the U.S. President last evening aims to reduce tariffs From 25 percent down…
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Tokyo Stocks Surge Following U.S.-U.K. Trade Deal
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Tokyo stock prices surged significantly on Friday following a trade deal between the United States and Britain, which sparked optimism about advancements in negotiations between Washington and other trading nations. The Nikkei Stock Average with 225 issues concluded trading 574.70 points, equivalent to an increase of 1.56%, reaching 37,503.33, surpassing the 37,000 mark for…