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Limited land, unlimited space: SLA's chief on why Singapore's lack of land does not equate to a lack of space in Singapore

Ask any Singaporean if they believe there is enough land space in Singapore, and the answer is likely to be no. Yet, this prevailing perception does not deter Colin Low, Singapore Land Authority's (SLA) chief executive, from his steadfast mission to create u

Pakistan to continue import of LNG from Qatar

A Pakistani cabinet minister says Islamabad will continue to import liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Qatar under a 15-year agreement, despite the severing of diplomatic ties with Qatar by Saudi Arabia and some other countries.

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Pakistan to continue import of LNG from Qatar

A Pakistani cabinet minister says Islamabad will continue to import liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Qatar under a 15-year agreement, despite the severing of diplomatic ties with Qatar by Saudi Arabia and some other countries.

Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, the federal minister for Petroleum and Natural Resources, said Qatar and Pakistan last year signed a $1 billion agreement, under which Qatar's Liquefied Gas Company Limited will sell LNG from 2016 to year 2031 to state-run Pakistan State Oil.

He said since no sanctions have been imposed on Qatar by the United Nations, Pakistan and Qatar were bound to abide by the agreement.

Qatar has released an initial report into the alleged hack of its state-run news agency, an incident which helped spark a diplomatic crisis between the energy-rich country and Arab nations.

The Qatari Interior Ministry said late Wednesday that the website of the Qatar News Agency was initially hacked in April with "high techniques and innovative methods."

It said hackers installed a file and then published a fake news item attributed to Qatar's emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, just after midnight May 24.

The ministry did not say who it suspected carried out the attack. It also thanked the FBI and the British National Commission for Combating Crime for assisting it in its investigation.

The alleged fake news item, which had Sheikh Tamim making controversial comments on Iran and Israel, immediately was picked up by Saudi and Emirati media, laying the groundwork for the crisis that began Monday (05.06.2017.)

Kuwait's emir has traveled to Qatar and met that country's leader as part of his efforts to mediate an end to a crisis that's seen Arab nations cut ties to the energy-rich country and attempt to isolate it.

Kuwait's Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Sabah was met planeside by Qatar's emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, when he arrived on Wednesday night.

The two held talks, though details of their discussions were not released. Sheikh Sabah earlier Wednesday traveled to Dubai where he met with Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Dubai's ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who also serves as prime minister and vice president of the UAE.

Sheikh Sabah also has traveled to Saudi Arabia in his efforts.


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Lip reader reveals what Queen Camilla said to D-Day veteran in touching exchange on 80th anniversary of event

The royal couple joined forces with the Prince of Wales, leading UK politicians and veterans at major events in Portsmouth and Ver-sur-Mer this week to mark the sombre occasion.
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Lip reader reveals what Queen Camilla said to D-Day veteran in touching exchange on 80th anniversary of event

The royal couple joined forces with the Prince of Wales, leading UK politicians and veterans at major events in Portsmouth and Ver-sur-Mer this week to mark the sombre occasion.

REBECCA ENGLISH: Standing with seven presidents, three kings and too many prime ministers to count, Prince William steps up for his most high-profile role on the international stage yet

The heir to the throne represented King and Country alongside 24 world leaders ranging from President Joe Biden to President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine.
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REBECCA ENGLISH: Standing with seven presidents, three kings and too many prime ministers to count, Prince William steps up for his most high-profile role on the international stage yet

The heir to the throne represented King and Country alongside 24 world leaders ranging from President Joe Biden to President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine.

Somalia: Somalia Joins UN Security Council After More Than 50 Years

[VOA] Washington -- The United Nations General Assembly on Thursday elected Somalia to the 15-member U.N. Security Council for a two-year term starting in 2025.
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Somalia: Somalia Joins UN Security Council After More Than 50 Years

[VOA] Washington -- The United Nations General Assembly on Thursday elected Somalia to the 15-member U.N. Security Council for a two-year term starting in 2025.

South Africa: ANC Will Form a Govt of National Unity 'To Tackle Pressing Issues' - Ramaphosa

[Daily Maverick] After failing to secure a majority in the recent elections, the ANC will start negotiations with other parties to form a government of national unity.
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South Africa: ANC Will Form a Govt of National Unity 'To Tackle Pressing Issues' - Ramaphosa

[Daily Maverick] After failing to secure a majority in the recent elections, the ANC will start negotiations with other parties to form a government of national unity.

Chad: Empowering Refugees in Chad's Kerfi Settlement Through Thriving Beekeeping

[UNHCR] Amidst the arid landscape, under the shade of acacia and mango trees, a sense of hope blossoms. It's not just the sound of bees at work; it's the promise of a brighter future for the refugees from Sudan and the Central African Republic (CAR) who have
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Chad: Empowering Refugees in Chad's Kerfi Settlement Through Thriving Beekeeping

[UNHCR] Amidst the arid landscape, under the shade of acacia and mango trees, a sense of hope blossoms. It's not just the sound of bees at work; it's the promise of a brighter future for the refugees from Sudan and the Central African Republic (CAR) who have been calling Kerfi home for over a decade.

Trade turnover between Russia, China up 2.9% in January-May to $96.5 bln

China’s exports to Russia amounted to $41.8 bln in the reporting period, while Russian supplies to the People’s Republic of China totaled $54.7 bln
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Trade turnover between Russia, China up 2.9% in January-May to $96.5 bln

China’s exports to Russia amounted to $41.8 bln in the reporting period, while Russian supplies to the People’s Republic of China totaled $54.7 bln

European Commission plans to open talks on Ukraine's EU membership this month — newspaper

According to the report, the European Commission wants to show support for Ukraine in this way before the start of Hungary’s EU presidency
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European Commission plans to open talks on Ukraine's EU membership this month — newspaper

According to the report, the European Commission wants to show support for Ukraine in this way before the start of Hungary’s EU presidency

Star-studded lineup for Screenwriters Workshop in Jamaica

STRIKE STAR Entertainment will host their second annual Screenwriters Workshop in Jamaica from June 20 to 21 at The Mico University College, Kingston. This educational charity workshop was established last year in collaboration with entertainment...
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Star-studded lineup for Screenwriters Workshop in Jamaica

STRIKE STAR Entertainment will host their second annual Screenwriters Workshop in Jamaica from June 20 to 21 at The Mico University College, Kingston. This educational charity workshop was established last year in collaboration with entertainment...

TPDCo, Guardsman Hospitality Ltd sign MOU to adopt Old Folly Scenic Park

THE TOURISM Product Development Company Limited (TPDCo) and Guardsman Hospitality have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for the adoption and maintenance of the newly refurbished Old Folly Scenic Park in Discovery Bay, St Ann. This...
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TPDCo, Guardsman Hospitality Ltd sign MOU to adopt Old Folly Scenic Park

THE TOURISM Product Development Company Limited (TPDCo) and Guardsman Hospitality have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for the adoption and maintenance of the newly refurbished Old Folly Scenic Park in Discovery Bay, St Ann. This...

Students’ Loan Bureau opens Information Hub at NCU

The Students’ Loan Bureau (SLB) on Tuesday launched its first Information Hub at Northern Caribbean University (NCU) in Mandeville. Speaking at the inauguration, SLB Executive Director Nickeisha Walsh said this “strategic choice underscores the...
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Students’ Loan Bureau opens Information Hub at NCU

The Students’ Loan Bureau (SLB) on Tuesday launched its first Information Hub at Northern Caribbean University (NCU) in Mandeville. Speaking at the inauguration, SLB Executive Director Nickeisha Walsh said this “strategic choice underscores the...

JPS Foundation partners with NEPA to plant 300 mangrove saplings

On a blustery week day along the boulder-lined Palisades stretch, water-booted and barefooted volunteers waded along the perimeter of the Kingston Harbour. The ready-to-work contingent comprised employees of JPS and the National Environmental and...
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JPS Foundation partners with NEPA to plant 300 mangrove saplings

On a blustery week day along the boulder-lined Palisades stretch, water-booted and barefooted volunteers waded along the perimeter of the Kingston Harbour. The ready-to-work contingent comprised employees of JPS and the National Environmental and...

‘Only God has coached me on the truth’

While sharing that she was still yearning to know the truth about what happened on the night her father was killed, the daughter of slain businessman Keith Clarke yesterday declared that she was coached by God to tell the truth about what she...
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‘Only God has coached me on the truth’

While sharing that she was still yearning to know the truth about what happened on the night her father was killed, the daughter of slain businessman Keith Clarke yesterday declared that she was coached by God to tell the truth about what she...

PM Narendra Modi thanks his friend 'Tulsi Bhai' after WHO chief's re-election wishes

The World Health Organisation (WHO) director-general, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, congratulated Narendra Modi on his 're-election' as the Prime Minister of India following the Lok Sabha elections. In response, Prime Minister Modi expressed his gratitude to hi
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PM Narendra Modi thanks his friend 'Tulsi Bhai' after WHO chief's re-election wishes

The World Health Organisation (WHO) director-general, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, congratulated Narendra Modi on his 're-election' as the Prime Minister of India following the Lok Sabha elections. In response, Prime Minister Modi expressed his gratitude to his friend «Tulsi Bhai».

Central Jamaica Business Expo kicks off today

The Manchester Chamber of Commerce (MCC), in partnership with SnappLTD and the Golf View Hotel, will host the ‘Central Jamaica Business Expo 2024’ from June 7-8 in Mandeville. According to Simone Spence-Johnson, president of the MCC, this will be...
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Central Jamaica Business Expo kicks off today

The Manchester Chamber of Commerce (MCC), in partnership with SnappLTD and the Golf View Hotel, will host the ‘Central Jamaica Business Expo 2024’ from June 7-8 in Mandeville. According to Simone Spence-Johnson, president of the MCC, this will be...

Spellbinding concert at the Royal Albert Hall for the 80th anniversary of D-Day featured celebrities including Katherine Jenkins and Davina McCall but six former serviceman guests were the real stars

'Let's just hope we don't get another war like that again.'  Those were the words of 104-year-old Percy Chafer, who served as a Gunner with the 7th Armoured Division 80 years ago on D-Day.
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Spellbinding concert at the Royal Albert Hall for the 80th anniversary of D-Day featured celebrities including Katherine Jenkins and Davina McCall but six former serviceman guests were the real stars

'Let's just hope we don't get another war like that again.'  Those were the words of 104-year-old Percy Chafer, who served as a Gunner with the 7th Armoured Division 80 years ago on D-Day.

Guilty or not guilty? Don't miss the chance to pass YOUR verdict on Lord Lucan in the Mail's exclusive poll

The Mail's ground-breaking podcast, The Trial of Lord Lucan, enters its most thrilling phase. From 6am on Friday morning, we are inviting you, the listener, to join the jury and seal his fate.
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Guilty or not guilty? Don't miss the chance to pass YOUR verdict on Lord Lucan in the Mail's exclusive poll

The Mail's ground-breaking podcast, The Trial of Lord Lucan, enters its most thrilling phase. From 6am on Friday morning, we are inviting you, the listener, to join the jury and seal his fate.

Russia works to resume direct air service with South Korea soon

Also work is under way to resume air service with Indonesia and Saudi Arabia, Russian First Deputy Prime Minster Igor Chernyshenko said
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Russia works to resume direct air service with South Korea soon

Also work is under way to resume air service with Indonesia and Saudi Arabia, Russian First Deputy Prime Minster Igor Chernyshenko said

La sénatrice Lana Tetuanui interpelle le gouvernement central sur l'ingérence de l'Azerbaïdjan

«Comment la France entend-elle garantir la sécurité et la stabilité de nos territoires, face aux ingérences étrangères ?» a demandé la sénatrice, Lana Tetuanui, au premier ministre, lors des questions au gouvernement, au Sénat. L'élue a
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La sénatrice Lana Tetuanui interpelle le gouvernement central sur l'ingérence de l'Azerbaïdjan

«Comment la France entend-elle garantir la sécurité et la stabilité de nos territoires, face aux ingérences étrangères ?» a demandé la sénatrice, Lana Tetuanui, au premier ministre, lors des questions au gouvernement, au Sénat. L'élue a pointé le rapprochement de l'Azerbaïdjan avec les indépendantistes polynésiens et calédoniens.

PNP's Paul Patmore laments long wait to elect new Trelawny Southern MP

The People's National Party (PNP) representative for Trelawny Southern is criticising the Government for not moving to ensure that a new member of Parliament is elected, eight months after Marisa Dalrymple-Philibert resigned.
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PNP's Paul Patmore laments long wait to elect new Trelawny Southern MP

The People's National Party (PNP) representative for Trelawny Southern is criticising the Government for not moving to ensure that a new member of Parliament is elected, eight months after Marisa Dalrymple-Philibert resigned.

Identity of man shot dead at Barbican home released

The police have released the identity of the 23-year-old man who was shot and killed at his home on Barbican Road in St Andrew on Wednesday afternoon. 
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Identity of man shot dead at Barbican home released

The police have released the identity of the 23-year-old man who was shot and killed at his home on Barbican Road in St Andrew on Wednesday afternoon. 

Delegation from The Gambia on study tour of Jamaica's public sector reform

A delegation from The Gambia is wrapping up a five-day study tour to gain insights into Jamaica’s public sector transformation programme.
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Delegation from The Gambia on study tour of Jamaica's public sector reform

A delegation from The Gambia is wrapping up a five-day study tour to gain insights into Jamaica’s public sector transformation programme.

With two more Ramsar sites, India joins China at number 3

India adds Bihar's Nagi and Nakti bird sanctuaries to Ramsar list, ranking joint third globally with China. UK leads with 175 sites, followed by Mexico with 144.
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With two more Ramsar sites, India joins China at number 3

India adds Bihar's Nagi and Nakti bird sanctuaries to Ramsar list, ranking joint third globally with China. UK leads with 175 sites, followed by Mexico with 144.

US to announce a more ‘competitive’ nuclear strategy — portal

Washington believes that «Beijing and Moscow have effectively rejected» US proposal to discuss arms control without preconditions, Semafor reported
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US to announce a more ‘competitive’ nuclear strategy — portal

Washington believes that «Beijing and Moscow have effectively rejected» US proposal to discuss arms control without preconditions, Semafor reported

Sibur expects 10-20% demand growth for polymers in Russian automotive sector

«We expect the increase in the demand for polymers at the approximately the same level - 10-20%,» Executive Director of the Russian petrochemical major Pavel Lyakhovich said
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Sibur expects 10-20% demand growth for polymers in Russian automotive sector

«We expect the increase in the demand for polymers at the approximately the same level - 10-20%,» Executive Director of the Russian petrochemical major Pavel Lyakhovich said

Trump compares misleading claim about migrant children with ‘Holocaust’ that murdered millions

The presumptive Republican nominee referenced misleading claims about undocumented minors who did not answer follow-up calls from authorities.
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Trump compares misleading claim about migrant children with ‘Holocaust’ that murdered millions

The presumptive Republican nominee referenced misleading claims about undocumented minors who did not answer follow-up calls from authorities.

Putin threatens to arm countries that could hit Western targets

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday criticised the West's delivery of long-range weapons to Ukraine, arguing Moscow could arm other countries with similar weapons to attack Western targets. The comment -- which Putin made at a rare press conferenc
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Putin threatens to arm countries that could hit Western targets

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday criticised the West's delivery of long-range weapons to Ukraine, arguing Moscow could arm other countries with similar weapons to attack Western targets. The comment -- which Putin made at a rare press conference with foreign news outlets -- came after several Western countries including the United States gave Ukraine the green light to strike targets inside Russia, a move Moscow has called a grave miscalculation. «If someone thinks it is possible to supply such weapons to a warzone to attack our territory and create problems for us, why don't we have the right to supply weapons of the same class to regions of the world where there will be strikes on sensitive facilities of those (Western) countries,» Putin said. «That is, the response can be asymmetric. We will think about it,» he told reporters. But the 71-year-old Kremlin chief dismissed as «bollocks» suggestions Russia planned to attack NATO members. «There is no need to look for some imperial ambitions of ours. There are none,» he said. Putin warned that Western arms deliveries to Ukraine were «a very negative step», saying that donors were «controlling» the weapons. The Russian leader singled out Germany for particular criticism, saying that when the first German-supplied tanks «appeared on Ukrainian soil, it provoked a moral and ethical shock in Russia» because of the legacy of World War II. Referring to German authorities, he said: «When they say that there will be more missiles which will hit targets on Russian territory, this definitively destroys Russian-German relations.» - 'Irrecoverable losses' - Sitting opposite representatives from news outlets including AFP, Putin repeated that his country «did not start the war against Ukraine», instead blaming a pro-Western revolution in 2014. «Everyone thinks that Russia started the war in Ukraine. I would like to emphasise that nobody in the West, in Europe, wants to remember how this tragedy started,» Putin said. He declined to give the number of Russia's battlefield losses in the more than two-year conflict, saying only that Ukraine's were five times higher. «I can tell you that as a rule, no one talks about it,» Putin rebuffed, when asked why Russia had not yet disclosed a figure. «If we talk about irrecoverable losses, the ratio is one to five,» he said. The issue of military casualties is extremely sensitive in Russia, where all criticism of the conflict is banned and «spreading false information» about the army carries a maximum 15 year jail sentence. When asked about the killing of AFP video journalist Arman Soldin in Ukraine last year, likely as a result of Russian rocket fire, Putin indicated Moscow was ready to help investigate. «We will do everything in our power,» he said. «We are ready to do this work. I do not know how it could be done in practice since this person died in a warzone.» - 'Burned to the ground' - Putin was also probed about what a victory for former US President Donald Trump or incumbent Joe Biden would mean for US-Russia relations -- an issue the Russian leader shrugged off. «By and large there's no difference,» he said. However he called Trump's recent criminal charges for business fraud politically motivated, arguing his conviction «burned» the idea that Washington was a leading democracy. «It is obvious all over the world that the prosecution of Trump... is simply the utilisation of the judicial system during an internal political struggle,» Putin said. «Their supposed leadership in the sphere of democracy is being burned to the ground,» the Russian leader added. Trump became the first former US head of state ever convicted of a crime last week after a New York jury found him guilty of 34 felony charges in a hush money case. Trump, who faces an election in November that could see him return to the White House, has praised Putin as a «smart guy». Putin also said Russia and the United States were in «constant contact» over a possible prisoner exchange that would free jailed US journalist Evan Gershkovich who was arrested on espionage charges last year. «The relevant services in the US and Russia are in constant contact with one another and of course they will decide only on the basis of reciprocity,» Putin said. © Agence France-Presse

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