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Infrastructure & Incentives Update (June 20, 2025)
Business Facilities
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June 20, 2025
Site selection decisions include evaluating available infrastructure and transportation, and relevant incentives and programs. This week’s Infrastructure & Incentives Update from Business Facilities features the latest news from Minnesota; New...
Gangs have 'near-total control' in Haiti, UN warns
CBC/Radio-Canada
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July 3, 2025
Haiti's gangs have gained "near-total control" of the capital and authorities are unable to stop escalating violence across the impoverished Caribbean nation, senior UN officials warned Wednesday. An estimated 90 per cent of the capital,...
Noteworthy and influential people who've died this year
The Canadian Press
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June saw the death of a musician whose talent brought The Beach Boys from a local California band to hitmakers and international ambassadors of surf and sun. Brian Wilson formed the band with two brothers, a cousin and a childhood friend,...
Pineapple cocktails are this summer’s hottest trend — these recipes are must-try
The Manual - Oregon
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July 3, 2025
Over the last few years, the cocktail world has seen a number of massive trends. From espresso Martini recipes galore to the return of fun flavors like banana, there’s been a lot of action behind the bar. After chatting with some industry folks,...
Private sector and tourism in Cuba. Why not?
OnCuba News
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June 26, 2025
Although Cuba is, due to its climate, an eternal summer, the months of July and August are the calendar period when most of us plan our vacations, because they also coincide with the school break, and this forces families to organize their leisure...
Livestock trade with Mexico set to resume July 7 after screwworm scare
El Paso Times - Texas
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The U.S.-Mexico border will reopen for livestock passage after a month-long closure due to New World Screwworm concerns. The USDA announced a phased reopening of ports of entry for cattle, bison, and equines starting July 7th. The USDA is working...
Hyatt Strengthens Leadership in All-Inclusive Segment with Acquisition of Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V
Breaking Travel News
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June 21, 2025
Hyatt Hotels Corporation have announced the completed acquisition of Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. (NASDAQ: PLYA), a leading owner, operator, and developer of all-inclusive resorts in Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Jamaica. This transaction...
Inside Lao Tobacco’s Factory: Building Skills, Confidence, and Community
The Laotian Times
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July 3, 2025
Across the northern and central provinces of Laos, Lao Tobacco Limited (LTL) plays a key role in producing quality tobacco for the country. At the heart of this operation is the company’s main factory, an environment where skilled workers and...
A word from WorldWise
In Business - Wisconsin
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Ironically, for Tom Eggert, running an organization that provides microloans has not been all about the money. That’s where the programs through his Madison-based nonprofit start, but WorldWise Microfinance is working to rewrite the script on...
Progress starts with a belief in possible solutions
Global Environment Facility
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Joaquin Labougle is the Regional Program Officer for Latin American and the Caribbean at the Blue Nature Alliance, a joint effort by the Global Environment Facility, Conservation International, Pew Charitable Trusts, Minderoo Foundation, and Rob...
Letter to the Editor— Julia Mejia: ‘My job is to be your microphone’
Dorchester Reporter - Massachusetts
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June 25, 2025
To the Editor: Bostonians are feeling uncertain, unsafe, and unheard in the current political climate. We need municipal government to step up and meet the moment. Our office continues to expand the idea of community safety to protect all our...
18 Under 18 Class of 2025
The Roanoker - Virginia
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July 1, 2025
The story below is from our July/August 2025 issue. For more stories like it, Subscribe Today. Thank you! Meet 18 inspiring teens shaping the future with passion, talent and community spirit. In partnership with the Roanoker Magazine, we’re...
The enchanted car park: how a ruined multi-storey became a garden paradise loved by lizards and dog-walkers
The Guardian
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July 2, 2025
Lilac-flowering creepers engulf an abandoned house on a street corner in Medellín, Colombia, spilling from the roof and smothering most of the upstairs windows. A giant fan palm is visible through one opening, while a knotty tangle of aerial roots...
I fell asleep in the sun for two hours – people say I have irreversible skin damage – don’t make my mistake
The Scottish Sun
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June 26, 2025
SUMMER has arrived, bringing with it longer days, warmer weather, and the irresistible allure of basking in the sun. But as we embrace the sunny season, it’s more important than ever to prioritise protecting our skin with SPF. 2 Haleigh has shown...
Juan Dolio seeks greater government support to boost tourism and investment
Dominican Today
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July 2, 2025
Juan Dolio, DR.- Despite its steady hotel occupancy and strategic coastal location, the beach town of Juan Dolio needs stronger government-backed promotional efforts to fully unlock its potential as a tourism and investment destination. This call...
Trump Administration’s Migrant Protections Remain Intact
Asume Tech
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July 2, 2025
A federal judge has ruled against the Trump administration’s attempt to end the protections for Haitian migrants, affirming their continued legal status under a state of emergency that has persisted since March 2024. This decision comes amid a...
Profit at The Macallan whisky owner slashed as sales slide
City A.M.
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July 2, 2025
Wednesday 02 July 2025 12:25 pm Share Facebook Share on Facebook X Share on Twitter LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn WhatsApp Share on WhatsApp Email Share on Email The Macallan whisky is owned by Edrington. Profit at Edrington, the owner of whisky...
88 children at Louisa County camp taken into protective custody
Waterloo Cedar Falls Courier - Iowa
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What hurricane season was like the year you were born What hurricane season was like the year you were born The fast winds, rapid rainfall, and huge storm surges of hurricanes make this natural disaster responsible for hundreds of deaths and...
MLB star breaks down in tears on the field after heckler mocks his dead mother
The Independent
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June 25, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Nick Pope to Leeds United transfer 'decision' made as Junior Firpo replacement identified
Leeds Live
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July 2, 2025
Anticipation is building for Leeds United supporters as their build-up to the 2025/2026 Premier League season intensified when July began on Tuesday. This month will see the Whites return to the pitch with their first match against Manchester...