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Deputy Minister Maggie Sotyu recognise tourism enterprises in Eastern Cape Province, 18 to 19 Jul
The Deputy Minister of Tourism Ms.Maggie Sotyu will recognise tourism enterprises who contributed in inculcating a culture of Service Excellence in the in the King Sabata Dalindyebo Local Municipality in Mthatha, and the Enoch Mgijima Local...

Latvian Foreign Minister Urges Trump to Sanction Russia
(MENAFN) Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braze has urged US President Donald Trump to swiftly follow through on his threat to impose secondary sanctions on Russia, emphasizing that waiting the full 50-day period is unnecessary. During remarks on...

British Berry Growers launches National Children’s Breakfast Charter as research reveals parents believe the government is not doing enough to support healthy eating choices
LONDON, July 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Widespread concern among parents about poor-quality school breakfasts and children starting their day hungry has been laid bare by new research. Despite 78% of parents agreeing that breakfast is the most...

Almost half of US sue Trump’s government for withdrawing disaster relief funding
(MENAFN) Twenty U.S. states, primarily governed by Democrats, have filed a lawsuit against the administration of President Donald Trump over its decision to withdraw critical disaster relief funding. The lawsuit, submitted to a federal court in...

Local Council Hires New Fundraising Manager to Broaden Scouting’s Reach in New Jersey
Scouting America’s Northern New Jersey Council Hires Non-Profit Manager Jasmin Malave as Director of Annual Giving OAKLAND, NJ, UNITED STATES, July 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Scouting America’s Northern New Jersey Council (NNJC),...

Navigating Federal Cuts: A Presentation with CalHHS
Following the recent signing of the federal government’s “Big, Beautiful” bill into law that guts critical safety-net programs, California continues its mission to protect the health and well-being of all Californians. View an important...

Yemeni Government Forces Intercept Iranian Weapons Shipment
(MENAFN) Yemeni government-aligned forces announced on Wednesday that they had intercepted and confiscated a significant arms shipment—amounting to 750 tons—destined for the Houthi faction in the Red Sea. The seizure is being regarded as a major...

Deputy Minister Nomalungelo Gina welcomes state-of-the-art science training centre
The Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Nomalungelo Gina, has welcomed the opening of a groundbreaking new facility in Pretoria, dedicated to strengthening South Africa’s scientific capacity and equipping the next generation of...

Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council gets Minister’s support to prepare for a demerger
Thursday, 17 July 2025 The Minister for Local Government has today announced that the demerger of Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council into two separate councils is to proceed. On 3 October 2023, the Minister announced his support to split...

Steelworkers claim key victory as the government responds to union demands
HAMILTON, Ontario, July 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United Steelworkers union (USW) says today’s announcement from Prime Minister Mark Carney reflects major wins for workers – delivering on demands the union has made not only during the...

Rural and Remote Health Minister Continues Summer Tour Through Eastern Saskatchewan
CANADA, July 17 - Released on July 16, 2025 Rural and Remote Health Minister Lori Carr is continuing her Saskatchewan summer tour through the eastern part of the province. Minister Carr will meet with local leadership and health care staff while...

City of Belgrade Joins Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority’s Government Partners Program
New partnership reflects strong local leadership and growing support for long-distance passenger rail restoration BELGRADE, MT, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The City of Belgrade has joined the Big Sky Passenger Rail...

Non-Profit Iola Old Car Show, Inc. to surpass $10 Million in Charitable Giving at 53rd Annual Event
America's Greatest Car Show and Swap Meet to include historic vehicles, industry icons, 120,000 participants. IOLA, WI, UNITED STATES, July 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Iola Car Show and Swap Meet is hosting it’s 53rd annual event July...

Ukraine’s Parliament Approves Prime Minister Resignation
(MENAFN) Ukraine’s parliament formally accepted the resignation of Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal on Wednesday, marking a major shift in the country’s leadership during a critical period of war and economic strain. According to lawmaker Yaroslav...

Minister states India ‘contributed to global stability’ by purchasing Russian oil
(MENAFN) India’s petroleum minister, Hardeep Puri, has defended the country’s continued purchases of Russian oil, stating they serve both India’s domestic energy needs and contribute to maintaining stability in global oil prices. Speaking to CNBC...

ConductorAI and Carahsoft Partner to Automate and Accelerate Government Approvals
BIDDEFORD, Maine and RESTON, Va., July 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ConductorAI, a pioneer in AI-enabled approval solutions, and Carahsoft Technology Corp., The Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider®, today announced a partnership. Under the...

Arrest of Igor Popović attack on values of dialogue, truth, freedom
Prime Minister Professor Đuro Macut, MD, DSc, has strongly condemned the arrest of Igor Popović, Assistant Director of the Office for Kosovo and Metohija, by the provisional institutions in Priština.

Electric Vehicle Fluid Market in 2025 Amid Soaring EV Sales and Government Incentives
Ottawa, July 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global electric vehicle fluid market size reached approximately USD 2.17 Billion in 2025, with projections suggesting it will climb to USD 25.84 Billion in 2034, according to a report from Towards...

Deputy Minister Peace Mabe: Sport, Arts and Culture Dept Budget Vote 2025/26
House Chairperson Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Hon Gayton McKenzie, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee for Sport, Arts and Culture, Hon. Joe McGluwa, Honourable Members, The acting Director-General of the Department, Dr. Stella Khumalo...

Chinese Foreign Minister Calls for Stronger SCO Unity
(MENAFN) Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has called on member nations of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to deepen mutual confidence, promote equality, and enhance cooperation that benefits all parties, especially in light of rising...