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Copenhagen

Copenhagen is the capital and most populous city of Denmark. The City of Copenhagen (Byen København) has a population of 763,908 (as of December 2016), of whom 601,448 live in the Municipality of Copenhagen. The larger urban area has a population of 1,28

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Copenhagen

Copenhagen is the capital and most populous city of Denmark. The City of Copenhagen (Byen København) has a population of 763,908 (as of December 2016), of whom 601,448 live in the Municipality of Copenhagen. The larger urban area has a population of 1,280,371 (as of 1 January 2016), while the Copenhagen metropolitan area has just over 2 million inhabitants. The city is situated on the eastern coast of the island of Zealand; another small portion of the city is located on Amager, and is separated from Malmö, Sweden, by the strait of Øresund. The Øresund Bridge connects the two cities by rail and road.

Originally a Viking fishing village founded in the 10th century, Copenhagen became the capital of Denmark in the early 15th century. Beginning in the 17th century it consolidated its position as a regional centre of power with its institutions, defences and armed forces. After suffering from the effects of plague and fire in the 18th century, the city underwent a period of redevelopment. This included construction of the prestigious district of Frederiksstaden and founding of such cultural institutions as the Royal Theatre and the Royal Academy of Fine Arts. After further disasters in the early 19th century when Nelson attacked the Dano-Norwegian fleet and bombarded the city, rebuilding during the Danish Golden Age brought a Neoclassical look to Copenhagen's architecture. Later, following the Second World War, the Finger Plan fostered the development of housing and businesses along the five urban railway routes stretching out from the city centre.

Since the turn of the 21st century, Copenhagen has seen strong urban and cultural development, facilitated by investment in its institutions and infrastructure. The city is the cultural, economic and governmental centre of Denmark; it is one of the major financial centres of Northern Europe with the Copenhagen Stock Exchange. Copenhagen's economy has seen rapid developments in the service sector, especially through initiatives in information technology, pharmaceuticals and clean technology. Since the completion of the Øresund Bridge, Copenhagen has become increasingly integrated with the Swedish province of Scania and its largest city, Malmö, forming the Øresund Region. With a number of bridges connecting the various districts, the cityscape is characterized by parks, promenades and waterfronts. Copenhagen's landmarks such as Tivoli Gardens, the Little Mermaid Statue, the Amalienborg and Christiansborg palaces, Rosenborg Castle Gardens, Frederik's Church, and many museums, restaurants and nightclubs are significant tourist attractions.

Copenhagen is home to the University of Copenhagen, the Technical University of Denmark and Copenhagen Business School. The University of Copenhagen, founded in 1479, is the oldest university in Denmark. Copenhagen is home to the FC København and Brøndby football clubs. The annual Copenhagen Marathon was established in 1980. Copenhagen is one of the most bicycle-friendly cities in the world. The Copenhagen Metro launched in 2002 serves central Copenhagen while the Copenhagen S-train network connects central Copenhagen to its outlying boroughs. Serving roughly 2 million passengers a month, Copenhagen Airport, Kastrup, is the largest airport in the Nordic countries.

Copenhagen is part of the Øresund Region, which consists of Zealand, Lolland-Falster and Bornholm in Denmark and Scania in Sweden. It is located on the eastern shore of the island of Zealand, partly on the island of Amager and on a number of natural and artificial islets between the two. Copenhagen faces the Øresund to the east, the strait of water that separates Denmark from Sweden, and which connects the North Sea with the Baltic Sea. The Swedish towns of Malmö and Landskrona lie on the Swedish side of the sound directly across from Copenhagen. By road, Copenhagen is 42 kilometres (26 mi) northwest of Malmö, Sweden, 85 kilometres (53 mi) northeast of Næstved, 164 kilometres (102 mi) northeast of Odense, 295 kilometres (183 mi) east of Esbjerg and 188 kilometres (117 mi) southeast of Aarhus by sea and road via Sjællands Odde.

The city centre lies in the area originally defined by the old ramparts, which are still referred to as the Fortification Ring (Fæstningsringen) and kept as a partial green band around it. Then come the late 19th and early 20th century residential neighbourhoods of Østerbro, Nørrebro, Vesterbro and Amagerbro. The outlying areas of Kongens Enghave, Valby, Vigerslev, Vanløse, Brønshøj, Utterslev and Sundby followed from 1920 to 1960. They consist mainly of residential housing and apartments often enhanced with parks and greenery.


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Aarhus

Aarhus is the second-largest city in Denmark and the seat of Aarhus municipality. It is located on the east coast of the Jutland peninsula, in the geographical centre of Denmark, 187 kilometres (116 mi) northwest of Copenhagen and 289 kilometres (180 mi)

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Aarhus

Aarhus is the second-largest city in Denmark and the seat of Aarhus municipality. It is located on the east coast of the Jutland peninsula, in the geographical centre of Denmark, 187 kilometres (116 mi) northwest of Copenhagen and 289 kilometres (180 mi) north of Hamburg, Germany. The inner urban area contains 269,022 inhabitants (as of 1 January 2017) and the municipal population is 335,684 (as of 2017). Aarhus is the central city in the East Jutland metropolitan area, which had a total population of 1.378 million in 2016.

The history of Aarhus began as a fortified Viking settlement founded in the 8th century and with the first written records stemming from the bishopric seated here from at least 948. The city was founded on the northern shores of a fjord at a natural harbour and the primary driver of growth was for centuries seaborne trade in agricultural products. Market town privileges were granted in 1441, but growth stagnated in the 17th century as the city suffered blockades and bombardments during the Swedish Wars. In the 19th century it was occupied twice by German troops during the Schleswig Wars but avoided destruction. As the industrial revolution took hold, the city grew to become the second-largest in the country by the 20th century.

Today Aarhus is at the cultural and economic core of the region and the largest centre for trade, services and industry in Jutland. The city ranks as the 92nd largest city in the European Union, and as number 234 among world cities. It is also a top 100 conference city in the world. Aarhus is the principal industrial port of the country in terms of container handling and an important trade hub in Kattegat. Major Danish companies have based their headquarters here and people commute for work and leisure from a wide area in Region Midtjylland. It is a centre for research and education in the Nordic countries and home to Aarhus University, Scandinavia's largest university, including Aarhus University Hospital and INCUBA Science Park. Being the Danish city with the youngest demographics, with 48,482 inhabitants aged under 18, Aarhus is also the second fastest growing Danish city, with an average growth of 4,500 people per annum since 2008.

Aarhus is notable for its musical history. In the 1950s many jazz clubs sprang up around the city, fuelled by the young population. By the 1960s, the music scene diversified into rock and other genres. In the 1970s and 1980s, Aarhus became the centre for Denmark's rock music fostering many iconic bands such as TV-2 and Gnags. Aarhus is home to the annual eight-day Aarhus International Jazz Festival, the SPoT Festival and the NorthSide Festival.

In 2017, Aarhus has been selected as European Capital of Culture along with Paphos in Cyprus.

Aarhus is located at the Bay of Aarhus facing the Kattegat sea in the east with the peninsulas of Mols and Helgenæs across the bay to the northeast. Mols and Helgenæs are both part of the larger regional peninsula of Djursland. A number of larger cities and towns is within easy reach from Aarhus by road and rail, including Randers (38.5 kilometres (23.9 mi) by road north), Grenå (northeast), Horsens (50 kilometres (31 mi) south) and Silkeborg (44 kilometres (27 mi) east).


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Odense

Odense is the third-largest city in Denmark. It has a population of 175,245 as of January 2016, and is the main city of the island of Funen. By road, Odense is located 45 kilometres (28 mi) north of Svendborg, 144 kilometres (89 mi) to the south of Aarhu

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Odense

Odense is the third-largest city in Denmark. It has a population of 175,245 as of January 2016, and is the main city of the island of Funen. By road, Odense is located 45 kilometres (28 mi) north of Svendborg, 144 kilometres (89 mi) to the south of Aarhus and 167 kilometres (104 mi) to the southwest of Copenhagen. The city is the seat of Odense Municipality and was the seat of Odense County until 1970, and Funen County from 1970 until 1 January 2007, when Funen County became part of the Region of Southern Denmark. Odense has close associations with Hans Christian Andersen who is remembered above all for his fairy tales. He was born in the city in 1805 and spent his childhood years there.

There has been human settlement in the Odense area for over 4,000 years, although the name was not mentioned in writing until 988, and by 1070, it had already grown into a thriving city. Canute IV of Denmark, generally considered to be the last Viking king, was murdered by unruly peasants in Odense's St Alban's Priory on 10 July 1086. Although the city was burned in 1249 following a royal rivalry, it quickly recovered and flourished as a centre of commerce in the Middle Ages. After a period of decline, large-scale plans for development were made during the 18th century, which led to the rebuilding of Odense Palace and the building of a canal to the Port of Odense, facilitating trade. In 1865, one of the largest railway terminals in Denmark was built, further increasing the population and commerce, and by 1900, Odense had reached a population of 35,000. Odense's Odinstårnet was one of the tallest towers in Europe when built in 1935 but was destroyed by the Nazis during World War II. The University of Southern Denmark was established in 1966.

In the present day, Odense remains the commercial hub of Funen, and has a notable shopping district with a diversity of stores. Several major industries are located in the city including the Albani Brewery and GASA, Denmark's major dealer in vegetables, fruits and flowers. The city is home to Odense Palace, erected by King Frederik IV who died there in 1730, the Odense Theatre, the Odense Symphony Orchestra, and the Hans Christian Andersen Museum, situated in the house that was the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen. In sports, Odense has a number of football clubs including OB, BM, B1909, and B1913, the Odense Bulldogs professional ice hockey team, and the city also hosts the H.C. Andersen Marathon. Odense is served by Hans Christian Andersen Airport and Odense station, which lies on the line between Copenhagen and the Jutland peninsula.

Odense is situated in the northeastern centre of the island of Funen. By road, Odense is located 45 kilometres (28 mi) north of Svendborg, 144 kilometres (89 mi) to the south of Aarhus, 167 kilometres (104 mi) to the southwest of Copenhagen, 136 kilometres (85 mi) east of Esbjerg and 69 kilometres (43 mi) southeast of Kolding. Suburbs of Odense include Stige to the north, Seden, Bullerup and Agedrup to the northeast, Blommenslyst to the west, Bellinge to the southwest, and Neder Holluf and Højby to the south.

The Odense River flows through Odense, to the south of the main shopping quarter. To the northeast of the city is the Odense Fjord, and to the northeast, along the 165 road to Kerteminde is Kerteminde Fjord. The fjord is accessed through the narrow passage of Gabets, between Hals and Skoven, and is connected by canal to the Port of Odense. The small fishing village of Bregnor lies 2.3 miles (3.7 km) to the southeast of the passage. A controlling depth of 11 metres (36 ft) is reported in the northern part of channel between the entrance to the fjord and Lindo Terminal Quay. The bight of Fyns Hoved to the northeast of the harbour curves south to form the approach to Odense Fjord. The eastern side of the bight between Fyns Hoved and Skoven, 5.5 metres (18 ft) to the south, is irregular, with a beach and hills behind it, and to the south of the bight is the small, shallow Korshavn Bay, with the Korshavn Light in the vicinity. Skoven is a bare, rugged peninsula, with Dalby Bay (Dalby Bugt) to the east.

In the southwestern part of the Odense Fjord are the islands of Vigelsø and the 21 hectare Tornø, although the latter is connected to the mainland by a 300-metre (980 ft)-long causeway. Vigelsø is the largest island in the fjord at 132 hectares and is an important breeding ground for migratory birds. It is part of the Special Area of Conservation No. SPC 94, Odense Fjord under the EU Habitat and Birds Directives and has been subject to close monitoring, with the target to reach at least "good" ecological status by 2015. The island is low-lying, the highest point of Østerhoved only reaching six metres above the sea. There is a 25 hectare forest on the northern part of the island while the southern part consists of coastal meadows.


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Aalborg

Aalborg, also spelled Ålborg, is an industrial and university city in the North of Jutland, Denmark. It has an urban population of 112,194, making it the fourth most populous city in Denmark. With a population of 210,316 (as of 1 January 2016), the Munic

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Aalborg

Aalborg, also spelled Ålborg, is an industrial and university city in the North of Jutland, Denmark. It has an urban population of 112,194, making it the fourth most populous city in Denmark. With a population of 210,316 (as of 1 January 2016), the Municipality of Aalborg is the third most populous in the country after Copenhagen and Aarhus. By road Aalborg is 64 kilometres (40 mi) southwest of Frederikshavn, and 118 kilometres (73 mi) north of Aarhus. The distance to Copenhagen is 412 kilometres (256 mi).

The earliest settlements date to around AD 700. Aalborg's position at the narrowest point on the Limfjord made it an important harbour during the Middle Ages, and later a large industrial centre. Architecturally, the city is known for its half-timbered mansions built by its prosperous merchants. Budolfi Church, now a cathedral, dates from the end of the 14th century and Aalborghus Castle, a royal residence, was built in 1550. Today, Aalborg is a city in transition from a working-class industrial area to a knowledge-based community. A major exporter of grain, cement, and spirits, its thriving business interests include Siemens Wind Power, Aalborg Industries, and Aalborg Portland. These companies have become global producers of wind turbine rotors, marine boilers and cement.

With its theatres, symphony orchestra, opera company, performance venues, and museums such as Aalborg Historical Museum and the Aalborg Museum of Modern Art, Aalborg is an important cultural hub. The Aalborg Carnival, held at the end of May, is one of the largest festivals in Scandinavia, attracting some 100,000 people annually. The major university is the University of Aalborg, founded in 1974, which has more than 17,000 students. The University College of Northern Denmark is one of seven new regional organisations while the Royal School of Library and Information Science (RSLIS) provides higher education in library and information science. Trænregimentet, the Danish regiment for army supply and emergency medical personnel, is also in Aalborg. Aalborg University Hospital, the largest in the north of Jutland, was founded in 1881.

The football club Aalborg BK, established in 1885 and based at Nordjyske Arena, won the Danish Superliga in the 1994–95 season, the 1998–99 season, the 2007–08 season and the 2013–14 season. Other sports associations include the icehockey club Aalborg Pirates, the mens handball team Aalborg Håndbold, the rugby club Aalborg RK, and Aalborg Cricket Club. Aalborg Railway Station, on John F. Kennedys Plads has connected the city to Randers and the south since 1869. Aalborg Airport is just 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) northwest of the city centre, and the E45, a European route from Karesuando, Sweden, to Gela, Italy, passes through Aalborg.

The European Commission has concluded that the citizens of Aalborg are the most satisfied people in Europe with their city.

Aalborg is in North Jutland (northwestern Denmark), at the narrowest point of the Limfjord, a shallow sound that separates North Jutlandic Island (Vendsyssel-Thy) from the rest of the Jutland Peninsula and connects Aalborg to the Kattegat about 35 kilometres (22 mi) to the east. Aalborg is 118 km (73 mi) north of Aarhus, 82 km (51 mi) north of Randers, and 64 km (40 mi) southwest of Frederikshavn. It is 414 km (257 mi) by Great Belt Fixed Link to Copenhagen, 150 km (93 mi) by the Frederikshavn-Göteborg ferry to Gothenburg in Sweden, and 363 km (226 mi) by the Frederikshavn-Oslo ferry to Oslo in Norway.

The area close to the waterfront is low-lying, with an elevation averaging about 5 metres (16 ft), but there are many hills in and around city, some reaching over 60 m (200 ft). Nørresundby, on the northern side of the sound, is also a hilly area. Villages to the south of Aalborg from west to east include Frejlev, Svenstrup, and Gistrup (which contains extensive woodland to the south as well as a golf club). Klarup and Storvorde lie to the southeast along the 595 road, which, flanking a stretch of the Limfjord known as Langerak, leads to the town of Hals. Nibe, with a harbour on the Limfjord, is 21 kilometres (13 mi) to the southwest, past the village of Frejlev. The Nibe Broads (Nibe Bredning) in the Limfjord not only has the largest eelgrass belts in Danish waters but is an important sanctuary for thousands of migratory birds. To the north of the city, villages include Vadum, Aabybro, Vestbjerg, Sulsted, Tylstrup, Vodskov, and Hjallerup. There is an extensive plantation, Branths Plantage - Møgelbjerg, immediately north of Vodskov.

The Himmerland region to the south still has a number of moors which once formed a vast area of heathland extending 35 km (22 mi) to the Rold Forest near Arden. Rebild Hills in the Rold Forest stretch over 425 acres (172 ha) of rolling heath country about 30 kilometres (19 mi) south of Aalborg. Lille Vildmose, to the southeast, is reported to be the largest raised bog in north-western Europe.


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Frederiksberg

Frederiksberg is a part of the Capital Region of Denmark. It is formally an independent municipality, Frederiksberg Municipality, but is typically treated as a part of Copenhagen. It occupies an area of less than 9 km2 and had a population of 103,192 in 2

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Frederiksberg

Frederiksberg is a part of the Capital Region of Denmark. It is formally an independent municipality, Frederiksberg Municipality, but is typically treated as a part of Copenhagen. It occupies an area of less than 9 km2 and had a population of 103,192 in 2015. Frederiksberg is an enclave surrounded by Copenhagen Municipality and there is no clear border between the two. Some sources ambiguously refer to Frederiksberg as a quarter or neighbourhood of Copenhagen. However, Frederiksberg has its own mayor and municipal council, and is fiercely independent.

Frederiksberg is considered to be an affluent, or "posh", area and is characterised by its many green spaces, such as the Frederiksberg Gardens and Søndermarken. Some institutions and locations that are widely considered to be part of Copenhagen are actually located in Frederiksberg. For example, Copenhagen Zoo as well as several stations of the Copenhagen Metro (the stations Forum, Frederiksberg, Fasanvej, Lindevang, and Flintholm) are located in Frederiksberg. The Copenhagen S-train system also has several stations in Frederiksberg, including Peter Bangs Vej station and Flintholm station.

Frederiksberg, which lies west of central Copenhagen, is completely surrounded by boroughs forming part of the city of Copenhagen – the result of an expansion of the Copenhagen Municipality's boundary in 1901, which nevertheless did not include Frederiksberg in the list of municipalities to be incorporated in the enlarged area. Frederiksberg is thus effectively a municipal island within the country's capital – a unique phenomenon in present-day Europe. Other than administratively, however, it is largely indistinguishable in character from the districts of Copenhagen city which surround it.

Frederiksberg has several stations on the Copenhagen Metro system, and is home to the tallest residential structure in Denmark and the second tallest residential building in Scandinavia: the 102-metre high Domus Vista.


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'Don't come here. We'll put you in jail or send you home': That's the message from Greece's new immigration minister as his overwhelmed nation passes a hardline law. So will Keir Starmer take the slightest notice?

The Greek immigration minister does not mince his words. His message to the millions of men waiting to come to his country is clear: 'Don't come here. We will put you in jail or send you back home.'
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'Don't come here. We'll put you in jail or send you home': That's the message from Greece's new immigration minister as his overwhelmed nation passes a hardline law. So will Keir Starmer take the slightest notice?

The Greek immigration minister does not mince his words. His message to the millions of men waiting to come to his country is clear: 'Don't come here. We will put you in jail or send you back home.'

London's mugging hotspots revealed: Interactive map shows where you're most likely to be targeted by thieves in the Sadiq Khan's lawless city

Some of the recent victims of muggings in London (pictured) include Bridgerton's Genevieve Chenneour, Loose Women's Christine Lampard and Jenson Button's wife Brittny.
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London's mugging hotspots revealed: Interactive map shows where you're most likely to be targeted by thieves in the Sadiq Khan's lawless city

Some of the recent victims of muggings in London (pictured) include Bridgerton's Genevieve Chenneour, Loose Women's Christine Lampard and Jenson Button's wife Brittny.

Paul Gascoigne 'rushed to intensive care unit after he was found collapsed at home', with England legend now 'stable'

The 58-year-old was admitted to the intensive care unit but fans will be relieved to hear that he has now been moved to an acute medical unit and is in a 'stable condition.'
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Paul Gascoigne 'rushed to intensive care unit after he was found collapsed at home', with England legend now 'stable'

The 58-year-old was admitted to the intensive care unit but fans will be relieved to hear that he has now been moved to an acute medical unit and is in a 'stable condition.'

Nigel Farage pledges to tackle 'lawless Britain' with radical plan that could see offenders sent to jails in El Salvador

Nigel Farage will has set out a radical new crime package designed to tackle 'lawless Britain'.
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Nigel Farage pledges to tackle 'lawless Britain' with radical plan that could see offenders sent to jails in El Salvador

Nigel Farage will has set out a radical new crime package designed to tackle 'lawless Britain'.

Exodus of gardeners upset by King Charles' red letter feedback at beloved Highgrove garden

Low pay and staff shortages, coupled with the monarch's demanding attention to detail, has prompted an exodus of gardeners, it is claimed.
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Exodus of gardeners upset by King Charles' red letter feedback at beloved Highgrove garden

Low pay and staff shortages, coupled with the monarch's demanding attention to detail, has prompted an exodus of gardeners, it is claimed.

New St Andrew Rotary president to bolster support to Allman Town Primary

The newly installed president of the Rotary Club of St Andrew is planning to expand support for the Allman Town Primary School Literacy Programme, to include professional assessments for students with learning challenges, conflict resolution...
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New St Andrew Rotary president to bolster support to Allman Town Primary

The newly installed president of the Rotary Club of St Andrew is planning to expand support for the Allman Town Primary School Literacy Programme, to include professional assessments for students with learning challenges, conflict resolution...

44 West Portland students awarded for PEP performance

Buff Bay, Portland: Forty-four students from West Portland have been awarded for their outstanding performances, as shown in the recently released Primary Exit Profile (PEP) examination results. The students were selected from 22 schools, which saw...
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44 West Portland students awarded for PEP performance

Buff Bay, Portland: Forty-four students from West Portland have been awarded for their outstanding performances, as shown in the recently released Primary Exit Profile (PEP) examination results. The students were selected from 22 schools, which saw...

UWI announces appointment of new, returning faculty deans

Eight new or returning faculty deans have been appointed across the campuses of The University of the West Indies (UWI), following approvals granted by the University Council at its annual business meeting in May, and by the Finance and General...
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UWI announces appointment of new, returning faculty deans

Eight new or returning faculty deans have been appointed across the campuses of The University of the West Indies (UWI), following approvals granted by the University Council at its annual business meeting in May, and by the Finance and General...

Rise of women in Jamaica’s customs brokering and logistics

As customs clearance and logistics processes modernise to serve global supply chains and cross-border trade, the acumen required to keep pace with the disruptive technologies of the Fifth Industrial Revolution such as artificial intelligence (AI)...
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Rise of women in Jamaica’s customs brokering and logistics

As customs clearance and logistics processes modernise to serve global supply chains and cross-border trade, the acumen required to keep pace with the disruptive technologies of the Fifth Industrial Revolution such as artificial intelligence (AI)...

Woman of growth

WESTERN BUREAU: For nearly two decades, Rose Skinner stood at the intersection of discipline and compassion, growth and grit, as she quietly built one of the strongest human capital legacies in Jamaica’s hospitality industry. On her final day as...
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Woman of growth

WESTERN BUREAU: For nearly two decades, Rose Skinner stood at the intersection of discipline and compassion, growth and grit, as she quietly built one of the strongest human capital legacies in Jamaica’s hospitality industry. On her final day as...

FCB spoils Bullets players with K500,000 each

After clinching the Airtel Top Eight championship, FCB Nyasa Big Bullets players can also smile their way to their First Capital Bank (FCB) which has spoiled them with K500, 000 each. Bullets beat Silver Strikers 4-3 through post-match penalties at Bingu Nati
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FCB spoils Bullets players with K500,000 each

After clinching the Airtel Top Eight championship, FCB Nyasa Big Bullets players can also smile their way to their First Capital Bank (FCB) which has spoiled them with K500, 000 each. Bullets beat Silver Strikers 4-3 through post-match penalties at Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe on Sunday after a one-all draw in regulation time. FCB […] The post FCB spoils Bullets players with K500,000 each appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

SCDF rescues 2 workers from dangling gondola outside Raffles City Tower

The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) has rescued two workers who were stranded on a dangling gondola outside Raffles City Tower on Monday (July 21).In a Facebook post on Monday afternoon, SCDF said it responded to a height rescue incident at around 11:20a
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SCDF rescues 2 workers from dangling gondola outside Raffles City Tower

The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) has rescued two workers who were stranded on a dangling gondola outside Raffles City Tower on Monday (July 21).In a Facebook post on Monday afternoon, SCDF said it responded to a height rescue incident at around 11:20am.Upon arrival, firefighters immediately checked on the gondola's stability and the condition of the two workers who were stranded on it between the 28th and 29th floors.Rescuers from the Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (Dart) also responded to the scene, setting up rescue equipment at the 29th and 30th floor.The gondola was then secured with safety lines before a Dart rescuer descended onto the gondola to rescue the two workers who were wearing body harnesses, SCDF stated.The rescuer managed to secure the two workers and took them into the building through the windows on level 29 and 30.Both workers were assessed by an SCDF paramedic and taken to Raffles Hospital in a stable condition.The duo had been cleaning the exterior of the tower when the accident occurred.The gondola, which was being retracted, was left dangling at an almost vertical angle.

Singapore's Chiral Comics partners Archie Comics for exclusive SG60 book cover

SINGAPORE - Home-grown outfit Chiral Comics has teamed up with American comic book publisher Archie Comics to launch a Singapore-themed variant cover for the first issue of Betty & Veronica: Summer Fun In The Sun.The exclusive book cover - where main char
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Singapore's Chiral Comics partners Archie Comics for exclusive SG60 book cover

SINGAPORE - Home-grown outfit Chiral Comics has teamed up with American comic book publisher Archie Comics to launch a Singapore-themed variant cover for the first issue of Betty & Veronica: Summer Fun In The Sun.The exclusive book cover - where main character Archie dons an «I Love SG» shirt while his best friend Jughead munches on durian - features the characters from the popular franchise (1942 to present) exploring the country's iconic Gardens by the Bay.It is limited to 300 copies worldwide. Priced at $25.55 each, pre-orders started on July 19 at www.chiralcomics.com. Select Singapore comics retailers like Kalibak Komiks and 1to3 Comics will also carry it.This SG60 book cover collaboration involves local comic artist Kang Jing (also known as KJ), who was the penciler and inker, and Italy-based freelance comic colourist Daniele Caramanico, who did the colouring.KJ established Chiral Comics, a Singapore-based art studio which specialises in comic book publishing and visual storytelling, in 2021, and reportedly started working on the Archie project in April 2025.

China denies link to espionage group accused of attacking Singapore critical infrastructure

SINGAPORE - The Chinese embassy in Singapore refuted claims that an espionage group accused of performing cyberattacks on Singapore's critical infrastructure was linked to China.In a Facebook post published over the weekend, the Chinese embassy said such clai
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China denies link to espionage group accused of attacking Singapore critical infrastructure

SINGAPORE - The Chinese embassy in Singapore refuted claims that an espionage group accused of performing cyberattacks on Singapore's critical infrastructure was linked to China.In a Facebook post published over the weekend, the Chinese embassy said such claims were «groundless smears and accusations».«The embassy would like to reiterate that China is firmly against and cracks down all forms of cyberattacks in accordance with law. China does not encourage, support or condone hacking activities,» it wrote on Saturday (July 19).Last Friday, a Singapore minister said the espionage group UNC3886 was «going after high value strategic threat targets, vital infrastructure that delivers essential services» but did not give details of the attacks.The minister did not link the group to China but Google-owned cybersecurity firm Mandiant has described UNC3886 as a «China-nexus espionage group» that has attacked defence, technology and telecommunications organisations in the United States and Asia.Beijing routinely denies any allegations of cyberespionage, and says it opposes all forms of cyberattacks and is in fact a victim of such threats.

Déclaration de candidature aux législatives de Maël Nkogho Abeghe

C'est dans une note publié dans toutes ses plateformes des réseaux sociaux, que Maël Nkogho Abeghe a déclaré officiellement sa candidature aux élections législatives du 27septembre prochain dans le deuxième siège du département du Haut Ntem (Minvoul
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Déclaration de candidature aux législatives de Maël Nkogho Abeghe

C'est dans une note publié dans toutes ses plateformes des réseaux sociaux, que Maël Nkogho Abeghe a déclaré officiellement sa candidature aux élections législatives du 27septembre prochain dans le deuxième siège du département du Haut Ntem (Minvoul). Tout en dressant un bilan des efforts fournis ses dernières années auprès des populations de cette circonscription politique Comme vous le savez tous, je suis Mael Nkoghe Abeghe, natif de la contré fils de feu Abeghe Zibi Gaston et de (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Jammu and Kashmir: Landslide hits Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra route in Katra; 10 injured

Heavy rainfall in Jammu and Kashmir led to a landslide on the Mata Vaishno Devi yatra route in Katra on Monday morning. The incident, occurring near Banganga at Gulshan Ka Langar, injured four pilgrims.
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Jammu and Kashmir: Landslide hits Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra route in Katra; 10 injured

Heavy rainfall in Jammu and Kashmir led to a landslide on the Mata Vaishno Devi yatra route in Katra on Monday morning. The incident, occurring near Banganga at Gulshan Ka Langar, injured four pilgrims.

'Terrorists' houses razed to ground within 22 mins': PM Modi's address ahead of Monsoon session; top quotes

Prime Minister Modi commenced the Monsoon session of Parliament with celebratory remarks, highlighting India's military strength demonstrated in Operation Sindoor, which targeted terror camps. He lauded the nation's space achievements and economic progress, n
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'Terrorists' houses razed to ground within 22 mins': PM Modi's address ahead of Monsoon session; top quotes

Prime Minister Modi commenced the Monsoon session of Parliament with celebratory remarks, highlighting India's military strength demonstrated in Operation Sindoor, which targeted terror camps. He lauded the nation's space achievements and economic progress, noting its rise towards becoming the world's third-largest economy.

NHRC asks govt to ensure all elderly prisoners are covered by health insurance scheme

The National Human Rights Commission has directed states and Union Territories to register eligible prisoners, aged 70 or above, for the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Vaya Vandana Yojana.
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NHRC asks govt to ensure all elderly prisoners are covered by health insurance scheme

The National Human Rights Commission has directed states and Union Territories to register eligible prisoners, aged 70 or above, for the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Vaya Vandana Yojana.

'Something is wrong': SC takes note of student suicides at IIT-Kharagpur, Sharda; seeks report from universities

The Supreme Court has demanded reports from Sharda University and IIT Kharagpur following recent student suicides. The court expressed concern about systemic issues potentially driving students to such extremes, warning of contempt proceedings if FIRs are del
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'Something is wrong': SC takes note of student suicides at IIT-Kharagpur, Sharda; seeks report from universities

The Supreme Court has demanded reports from Sharda University and IIT Kharagpur following recent student suicides. The court expressed concern about systemic issues potentially driving students to such extremes, warning of contempt proceedings if FIRs are delayed.

Lok Sabha adjourned within first 20 minutes: Ruckus in Parliament on first day of Monsoon session; oppn MPs raise slogans

The Lok Sabha's Monsoon Session commenced turbulently, adjourning shortly after convening due to opposition uproar. MPs demanded Prime Minister Modi address Donald Trump's claims regarding Operation Sindoor, disrupting initial proceedings despite Speaker Birl
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Lok Sabha adjourned within first 20 minutes: Ruckus in Parliament on first day of Monsoon session; oppn MPs raise slogans

The Lok Sabha's Monsoon Session commenced turbulently, adjourning shortly after convening due to opposition uproar. MPs demanded Prime Minister Modi address Donald Trump's claims regarding Operation Sindoor, disrupting initial proceedings despite Speaker Birla's assurances of later discussion.

Search for missing mother-of-three Rachel Booth enters its third day after 38-year-old was last seen 'after jogging from 45 minutes away to buy wine and milk'

Rachel Booth, 38, was reported missing on Saturday, July 19, after being last seen by her family in the village of Barnton near Northwich, Cheshire, sparking a major search operation.
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Search for missing mother-of-three Rachel Booth enters its third day after 38-year-old was last seen 'after jogging from 45 minutes away to buy wine and milk'

Rachel Booth, 38, was reported missing on Saturday, July 19, after being last seen by her family in the village of Barnton near Northwich, Cheshire, sparking a major search operation.

The true story of Saudi's Sleeping Prince: As funeral prayers are held today for Prince Al-Waleed bin Khalid Al-Saud how billionaire father never gave up on his son

For 20 years, the prince was kept alive on a hospital ventilator - but his doting father refused to give up hope that one day his son might awaken, before the young man's tragic death yesterday.
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The true story of Saudi's Sleeping Prince: As funeral prayers are held today for Prince Al-Waleed bin Khalid Al-Saud how billionaire father never gave up on his son

For 20 years, the prince was kept alive on a hospital ventilator - but his doting father refused to give up hope that one day his son might awaken, before the young man's tragic death yesterday.

England will stop taking the knee after Lioness Jess Carter is targeted by racist abuse during Euros

Carter, who plays for NWSL side Gotham FC, has started every game in Switzerland so far. She was withdrawn for Esme Morgan in the 70th minute of the quarter-final clash against Sweden.
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England will stop taking the knee after Lioness Jess Carter is targeted by racist abuse during Euros

Carter, who plays for NWSL side Gotham FC, has started every game in Switzerland so far. She was withdrawn for Esme Morgan in the 70th minute of the quarter-final clash against Sweden.

Uganda: Trump to Impose $250 Visa Integrity Fee On All Foreign Visitors

[Nile Post] Ugandans planning to travel to the United States will soon face a steep rise in visa costs following the enactment of a controversial new US immigration law that introduces a $250 «Visa Integrity Fee» for most non-immigrant visas.
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Uganda: Trump to Impose $250 Visa Integrity Fee On All Foreign Visitors

[Nile Post] Ugandans planning to travel to the United States will soon face a steep rise in visa costs following the enactment of a controversial new US immigration law that introduces a $250 «Visa Integrity Fee» for most non-immigrant visas.

Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Ends 36-Year Wait for Rugby World Cup Spot

[Scrolla] Zimbabwe has ended a 36-year wait by qualifying for the 2027 Rugby World Cup, beating Namibia 30-28 in the Rugby Africa Cup final.
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Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Ends 36-Year Wait for Rugby World Cup Spot

[Scrolla] Zimbabwe has ended a 36-year wait by qualifying for the 2027 Rugby World Cup, beating Namibia 30-28 in the Rugby Africa Cup final.

Madagascar: Madagascar Man Guilty of Rape and Murder of Child Sentenced to Surgical Castration

[RFI] For the first time in Madagascar, a court has ruled that surgical castration be carried out on a sex offender, who raped and murdered a six-year-old girl.
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Madagascar: Madagascar Man Guilty of Rape and Murder of Child Sentenced to Surgical Castration

[RFI] For the first time in Madagascar, a court has ruled that surgical castration be carried out on a sex offender, who raped and murdered a six-year-old girl.

Kiev hit by missiles and drones in reported Russian strike (VIDEOS)

Ukrainian officials have claimed that Moscow launched multiple waves of missile and drone strikes on Kiev overnight Read Full Article at RT.com
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Kiev hit by missiles and drones in reported Russian strike (VIDEOS)

Ukrainian officials have claimed that Moscow launched multiple waves of missile and drone strikes on Kiev overnight Read Full Article at RT.com

Retired fighter pilot selling replica of P-40 Warhawk says it's like 'losing an old friend'

Wayne Foster spent much of his life chasing the horizon as a fighter pilot, but he could be facing his toughest battle yet: parting with the P-40 Warhawk replica he built by hand.
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Retired fighter pilot selling replica of P-40 Warhawk says it's like 'losing an old friend'

Wayne Foster spent much of his life chasing the horizon as a fighter pilot, but he could be facing his toughest battle yet: parting with the P-40 Warhawk replica he built by hand.

Canadian girl, 9, reported missing by father found dead in N.Y., state police say

Police in New York state say they have found a nine-year-old girl who was reported missing in northeastern New York dead. Officials say they were told she was possibly abducted, but say the evidence so far does not support that.
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Canadian girl, 9, reported missing by father found dead in N.Y., state police say

Police in New York state say they have found a nine-year-old girl who was reported missing in northeastern New York dead. Officials say they were told she was possibly abducted, but say the evidence so far does not support that.

Nucléaire : la Polynésie s’apprête à légiférer pour ses propres victimes

Le gouvernement finalise un projet de loi pour reconnaître et accompagner les victimes locales des essais nucléaires. Si le texte se veut complémentaire du dispositif national, il pose d’ores et déjà la question de la lisibilité, de la coordination e
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Nucléaire : la Polynésie s’apprête à légiférer pour ses propres victimes

Le gouvernement finalise un projet de loi pour reconnaître et accompagner les victimes locales des essais nucléaires. Si le texte se veut complémentaire du dispositif national, il pose d’ores et déjà la question de la lisibilité, de la coordination et de son impact concret.

Votes at 16? We can't even pick Keir Starmer out of a line-up! Teens are wary of voting at next General Election - but they do know who Nigel Farage is

Youngsters (pictured) set to be given the right to vote in the next General Election have showcased a shocking lack of knowledge about the UK's political leaders.
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Votes at 16? We can't even pick Keir Starmer out of a line-up! Teens are wary of voting at next General Election - but they do know who Nigel Farage is

Youngsters (pictured) set to be given the right to vote in the next General Election have showcased a shocking lack of knowledge about the UK's political leaders.

Obama says boys should have gay men as mentors in their life to 'call out when they say stuff that's ignorant'

The former president spoke with his wife Michelle Obama on the podcast she hosts with her brother, Craig Robinson, called IMO, which stands for 'in my opinion'.
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Obama says boys should have gay men as mentors in their life to 'call out when they say stuff that's ignorant'

The former president spoke with his wife Michelle Obama on the podcast she hosts with her brother, Craig Robinson, called IMO, which stands for 'in my opinion'.

Kenya: How FAO-Led Water-Related Disasters Control Project Benefitted Farmers in Rwanda, Kenya

[New Times] An FAO -- led project, dubbed «Responding to Water-Related Disasters: Mitigating and Optimising Excess Water in Kenya and Rwanda,» constructed water reservoirs in Kenya to store excess runoff, which was then used for irrigation.
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Kenya: How FAO-Led Water-Related Disasters Control Project Benefitted Farmers in Rwanda, Kenya

[New Times] An FAO -- led project, dubbed «Responding to Water-Related Disasters: Mitigating and Optimising Excess Water in Kenya and Rwanda,» constructed water reservoirs in Kenya to store excess runoff, which was then used for irrigation.

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