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Work Of Sargasso Sea Commission Showcased
The Sargasso Sea Commission showcased its collaborative efforts to protect the high seas at the UN Ocean Conference in Nice, with marine research fellow Fae Sapsford participating in key discussions on conservation and ocean governance. A...

Intense to torrential rains affecting NCR, 8 Luzon areas Saturday
MANILA, Philippines — Intense to torrential rain showers with lightning and strong winds are currently being experienced in some parts of Metro Manila and eight provinces in Luzon on Saturday afternoon, according to the weather bureau. In its 4:37...

20 International Cities That Are Perfect for American Retirees
Personal Finance Maridav / Shutterstock.com Regardless of the reason, many Americans are relocating to international cities. On the plus side, there is a good chance they are doing so because not just of a changing view, but an opportunity to save...

Jaguar Sentinel exercise conducted in Panama ahead of hurricane season
Members of Joint Task Force-Bravo led a two-day tabletop exercise with emergency response personnel in Panama at the Sistema Nacional de Protección Civil (SINAPROC) headquarters, located at the Regional Logistics Center for Humanitarian Assistance...

EU proposes eel trade restriction despite opposition from Japan
Brussels – The European Union on Friday proposed making all eel species, including the Japanese eel, subject to regulation under an international treaty to protect endangered species — a move that Japan opposes. The EU, along with the Dominican...

Perennial MLB playoff team keeps its secrets in 'The Keg'
They never spend much money, and don’t play in the deep end of the free-agent pool. They trade All-Stars in their prime. They dump players before hitting free agency. They can’t afford to even keep their talent in the front office and manager’s...

USA vs. Costa Rica prediction, betting tips & odds for USMNT in Gold Cup quarterfinals
Hoping to dethrone defending Gold Cup champions Mexico, hosts United States begin their knockout stage journey with a quarterfinal against Costa Rica from Minneapolis on Sunday. Mauricio Pochettino's side emphatically put pre-tournament struggles...

EU Proposes Eel Trade Restriction Despite Japan’s Opposition
Yomiuri Shimbun file photo Grilled eel Jiji Press 16:03 JST, June 28, 2025 BRUSSELS (Jiji Press) — The European Union on Friday proposed making all eel species, including the Japanese eel, subject to regulation under an international treaty to...

SHE & Rights Media Awards To 8 Journalists In African And Asia Pacific Regions
Saturday, 28 June 2025, 5:00 pm Press Release: CNS “As we commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and its Platform for Action (1995) this year, we are called to reflect not only on how far we have come but how far we must still...

Weekly global protein digest: More countries lift HPAI-related trade restrictions on Brazilian poultry
Livestock analyst Jim Wyckoff reports on global protein news Cattle industry trade conjecture: Mexico border may open up for cattle crossings sometime between now and July 11 Not all ports but maybe a couple. (t would make sense to stairstep on...

PriceSmart expanding Jamaican business
PriceSmart has received approval for the development of another property. PriceSmart Inc has been approved for the construction of a new office and commercial complex on 14 South Camp Road as the international company continues to increase its...
St. Kitts & Nevis Launched Its National Dialogue on Marine Litter Prevention Under PROMAR Initiative
St. Kitts & Nevis Launched Its National Dialogue on Marine Litter Prevention Under PROMAR Initiative A two-day workshop was held with aims of reducing plastic pollution, improving waste management and promoting sustainable alternatives across the...

Luxury Resort Architect Develops ‘Y Le Yacht’ Concept With New York in Mind
The architect and explorer Jean-Pierre Heim is crafting plans for an electric yacht that would be used for tourist purposes. A member of the Explorer’s Club in New York, he works from Paris, New York, Shanghai and Greece. Heim lives by the mantra...

A just energy transition? Impacts on Indigenous lands in Argentina
The transition to renewable energy, presented as a global solution, is deepening historical inequalities in Indigenous territories in the northwest region of Argentina. This region is rich in critical minerals such as gold, copper and lithium and...
Former Texas A&M University President Dr. Jarvis E. Miller Passes Away At 96
After a long, distinguished life and career of leadership and selfless service, Texas A&M University’s former president Dr. Jarvis E. Miller ‘50 passed away on June 21 at the age of 96. Miller was the 18th president of Texas A&M, serving from Aug....

Pricesmart Announces Change To Previously Scheduled Conference Call
(MENAFN- PR Newswire) SAN DIEGO, June 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- PriceSmart, Inc. (the "Company") (NASDAQ: PSMT ) today announced that it will hold its conference call related to its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025 on...

As Tech-Savvy and Ruthless Mexican Cartels Grow More Sophisticated, the Trump Administration Presses the Fight
Two mutilated bodies hung from a Ciudad Juárez overpass on June 13, marked by a cartel’s brutal warning labeling them “crystal dealers” stealing fuel. This was among seven killings that night, underscoring the rising cartel violence despite...

Panama and Canada lead a Push for Less Shipping Noise on the Ocean
A coalition for a quiet ocean, launched at the third United Nations Ocean Conference this week, aims to curb noise pollution caused by the global shipping industry to protect marine life. The declaration, which is co-led by Canada and Panama, was...

Leeds United transfer news as Real Betis sporting director opens up on Junior Firpo discussions
Real Betis sporting director Manu Fajardo has revealed there are "still some details to be worked out" if Junior Firpo is to rejoin the club this summer. The attacking left back is widely expected to leave Leeds United when his contract runs out...

United Airlines Is Newark’s Largest Carrier, But Could That Change?
United Airlines operates an overwhelming majority of flights from Newark, with this June, over 1.5 million available seats on several international and domestic routes. Given the ever-changing aviation climate, could we see a shift at Newark...