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Cincinnati woman accused of stealing $148K from elderly veterans to fund overseas travel
Stars and Stripes - Washington D.C
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Ishwanzya Rivers, 46, has been accused of stealing funds she was managing for U.S. military veterans, including at least $133,000 from one elderly, terminally ill resident of a VA hospital in Cincinnati, according to the Justice Department....
Union House inscribed on registry of Arab architectural heritage sites
The National News
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The Union House has been inscribed on the registry of Arab architectural heritage sites, an initiative by the Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organisation (Alecso). Built in 1965 and located on Jumeirah Street in Dubai, the...
Scientists Find Answer to Sea Star Population Devastated by Pathogen Along the California Coast
Good News Network
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August 13, 2025
A sunflower sea star – credit, Ed Bierman CC 2.0. For years, a wasting disease has been turning sea stars to goo off the California coast. Scientists now finally know the cause, and are beginning to fight back. Whether it has over 20 arms like the...
What you need to know about Pop Mart, the Chinese brand behind Labubu
The National News
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Labubu has been all the rage, and it doesn't look like the craze is slowing down anytime soon. But could a Pop Mart store finally be on its way to the region? Pop Mart founder and chief executive Wang Ning spoke to analysts on Wednesday, saying...
Umana Bali Appoints Nicolas Kassab as General Manager
Indonesia Expat
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August 20, 2025
Umana Bali, LXR Hotels & Resorts, has appointed Nicolas Kassab as its General Manager, as the cliffside resort embarks on a new phase of growth in the region. With over two decades of international experience in luxury hospitality, Nicolas will...
Bangladesh's decision on LDC graduation deferral needs careful assessment
Daily Star
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August 19, 2025
Bangladesh is scheduled to graduate from the United Nations' Least Developed Country (LDC) category on November 24, 2026, having met the three graduation criteria—Gross National Income (GNI) per capita, Human Assets Index (HAI), and Economic and...
"Mathiveri airport will benefit the whole tourism sector"
The Press Maldives
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August 20, 2025
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu/Photo: President's Office President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has stated that the airport being developed in Mathiveri will generate significant benefits across the tourism industry. He made the remarks while addressing the...
‘Bright future’ for Philippines’ ties with Australia, Israel – Marcos
Politiko
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August 20, 2025
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday welcomed four newly designated ambassadors and reaffirmed the Philippines’ vibrant and robust bilateral ties with their respective countries. Australian Ambassador Marc Innes-Brown, Israeli Ambassador Dana...
Anantara Koh Yao Yai appoints Stuart De San Nicolas GM
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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August 19, 2025
Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas names Stuart De San Nicolas as General Manager, bringing global luxury expertise and leadership. Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas announced the appointment of Stuart De San Nicolas as General Manager. With...
US launches inaugural Young South Asian Leaders Initiative workshop in Colombo
Daily FT
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US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung, South and Central Asian Affairs Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary Shelly Seaver, and Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Sunil Gamage yesterday opened the inaugural...
Custodial deaths: Concerns mount over lack of treatment
Sun Online International
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A suspect detained in a drug case died in detention on Sunday, in the latest such custodial death in recent months, giving rise to mounting concerns over lack of access to treatment for drug addiction in detention facilities. The Maldives has seen...
After India, China’s Wang Yi heads to Pakistan. Why New Delhi should be wary
Firstpost
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August 20, 2025
After two days of high-level discussions in New Delhi, where China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, Wang is now in Islamabad for the sixth edition of the...
How does climate change affect coral reefs?
Materia Rinnovabile | Renewable Matter
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This article is also avilable in Italian / Questo articolo è disponibile anche in italiano Coral reefs, often described as the “rainforests of the sea,” are critical to marine biodiversity and the livelihoods of hundreds of millions of people....
Exodus Adventure Travels announces new Extensions and Extras program
Travel Daily News
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August 19, 2025
Exodus Adventure Travels launches Extensions and Extras program, offering curated add-ons, flight services, and upgrades to enhance customizable guided adventure tours worldwide. NEW YORK – Exodus Adventure Travels, the international,...
Anantara Kihavah Launches 'Four Elements' Festive Season: A Celebration of Earth, Water, Fire & Air
The islandchief
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This festive season, Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas invites guests on a journey of connection, wonder, and celebration, inspired by the four natural elements: earth, water, fire, and air. Thoughtfully curated experiences reflect the spirit of...
Top islands to visit in 2025
MoneyWeek
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August 19, 2025
Whether you’re dreaming of diving into turquoise waters or want to soak in the sun with a cocktail in hand, escaping to an island is a holiday that’s hard to beat. But with hundreds of thousands of archipelagos around the globe, how do you decide...
Saudi Arabia urges global action to halt Israeli crimes in Palestine
Madhyamam
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August 20, 2025
The Saudi Council of Ministers has called on the international community, particularly the permanent members of the UN Security Council, to act immediately to stop Israeli crimes against Palestinians and their occupied land. The Cabinet session,...
Florida Coral Nursery Spawns for the First Time Since 2023, Contributing to Reef Resilience
Good News Network
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August 19, 2025
Screengrab via Shayle Matsuda, a scientist aboard Shedd Aquarium’s research vessel – supplied to Miami Herald Beneath the waves of Key Largo, staghorn coral have spawned in mass since a 2023 bleaching event that left marine biologists worried over...
President pays tribute to Humanitarian Workers on World Humanitarian Day
Ras Online
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President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu marked World Humanitarian Day today with a message honouring the courage and sacrifice of humanitarian workers across the globe. In his statement, the President paid tribute to aid personnel who have risked, and in...
Laheq Island: resort living and residences arrive in Saudi
Globetrender
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August 19, 2025
Laheq Island is set to be Saudi Arabia's first sustainable private island resort, combining residential ownership with luxury hospitality in the Red Sea. Olivia Palamountain reports Red Sea Global has unveiled plans for Laheq Island, the first...