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U.S. visa restrictions on West African countries threaten regional prosperity – ECOWAS
Daily Trust
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June 19, 2025
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has condemned the U.S.’s attempt to impose visa restrictions on its member states, warning it will threaten regional prosperity. Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chair of the ECOWAS...
TUI refuses to repay pensioners over holiday bug and says they were just 'greedy'
Daily Express
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May 22, 2025
David and Julia Lofts jetted off to the five-star resort in Cape Verde for a 10-day holiday to celebrate his 65th birthday in January. But the couple said they started experiencing sickness and diarrhoea three hours after eating at one of the...
Nigeria, Others Adopt $1 Passenger Safety Charge For Int’l Flights
Leadership
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May 22, 2025
The Banjul Accord Group (BAG) made up of seven African countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, Guinea Conakry, Gambia, Cape Verde and Sierra Leone, have adopted $1 Passenger Safety Charge (PSC), on originating international flight tickets,...
Top 10 African countries making the most progress in infrastructure development
Business Insider Africa
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June 4, 2025
There is a clear link between a nation's infrastructure and its ability to drive sustainable economic growth. Across Africa, countries are making bold moves to invest in energy, transport, and digital infrastructure. These investments reduce...
Brits' holidays from hell revealed - 'wild animals' at breakfast to horror pool injury
The Mirror
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June 21, 2025
Every summer, millions of Brits jet off in search of sunshine and relaxation - but for some, dream holidays can quickly spiral into disaster. From flight delays and lost luggage to heatstroke, food poisoning, and unexpected injuries, the holiday...
Africa’s oceans under spotlight as OceanX and OceanQuest conclude seminal ‘Around Africa Expedition’
South Africa Today
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May 9, 2025
Nearly 150,000km² of seafloor surveyed across the Mozambique Channel, Madagascar Ridge, Agulhas Plateau, and Cabo Verde 69 scientists from 31 countries and 29 institutions successfully conducted deep-sea dives, geological and biodiversity...
Looking for great value fine dining? Try Lisbon
National Geographic
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This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). The story of Lisbon’s culinary evolution over the past decade is one of homecomings. Portuguese chefs, having sought their fortunes in the great kitchens of Europe, were drawn home...
Where to eat in Lisbon, from modern tascas to fine-dining restaurants
AOL
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Michelin finally granted Portugal its own Guide in 2024, after years of sharing with Spain. Photograph by AWL Images, Davide CamesascaThis article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). The story of Lisbon’s culinary evolution over...
Focus on four major areas of Health Security Program in Western, Central Africa subregions, says Rifat Hasan
Prompt News Online
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June 17, 2025
By Harry Awurumibe, Editor, Abuja Bureau The Practice Manager, Africa West and Central of Health Security Program (HeSP) Learning Event, Ms Rifat Hasan has stated unequivocally that there is a need to focus efforts in four major areas to tackle...
VINCI Autoroutes And VINCI Airports Traffic In May 2025
MENAFN
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June 17, 2025
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Nanterre, 17 June 2025 VINCI Autoroutes and VINCI Airports traffic in May 2025 I- Change in VINCI Autoroutes' intercity networks traffic May YTD at the end of May (5 months) % change 2025/2024 % change 2025/2024...
More than 20 recognized at Heritage Day of Portugal at…
Fall River Herald News - Massachusetts
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In every corner of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, one can find the fingerprints of the Portuguese and the lasting effect they have had in all walks of life, said Sen. Michael J. Rodrigues, co-chair of the Portuguese American Legislative...
World Cup 2026: Who is through and how does qualifying work?
The Independent (U.S.)
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June 4, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Festival MED 2025 Is Back in the Groove with an Impressive Artistic Lineup
World Music Central
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June 17, 2025
Festival MED 2025 is set to once again transform the historic town of Loulé, in Portugal’s Algarve region, into a vibrant and immersive celebration of world music and culture. Taking place from June 26 to 29, this 21st edition of the festival...
ECOWAS Finding Appropriate Pathways to Address Fragile Regional Security Situation
The News Chronicle
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May 29, 2025
Today, ECOWAS’s 50 years of its existence represent its marked achievement. It has lagged with issues of fostering strategic solidarity, and commitments to its expected goals of sustainable economic transformation. As the regional bloc marked its...
Scientists discover a new eel species with fang-like teeth
Earth.com
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When scientists on a research vessel off the northwestern coast of Africa hauled in their catch, they were surprised to find an unusual eel that did not match any known species. The 2-foot (0.6 meter) curiosity had fang-like teeth and a pointed...
Is Sierra Leone the escape plan for Black Americans?
Amsterdam News - New York
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June 19, 2025
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Geospatial Intelligence: A strategic tool for combating insecurity in West Africa
The Citizen (Nigeria)
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June 8, 2025
As insecurity continues to pose profound threats to national and regional stability in West Africa, innovative solutions are urgently needed to strengthen governance, enhance security operations, and build resilience. One such strategic solution...
The Atlantic Rally for Cruisers: ‘The Atlantic was tough, but being prepared saw us across’
Yachting Monthly
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June 19, 2025
Experienced sailor James Kenning set off across the Atlantic with the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) in November 2024, but a shredded sail, sargassum weed, and a cracked rudder made him realise that only by being fully prepared can you prevent...
UCCLA marks 40 years with a program of celebrations until 2026
Portugal Pulse
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June 18, 2025
At a press conference, UCCLA Deputy Secretary-General Paula Leal da Silva emphasized the importance of June 28, the foundational date of the organization, which marks the beginning of a year of celebrations with an official ceremony in Lisbon. The...
Giant 'Saharan dust' plume swirls around Africa a week before it hit Florida — Earth from space
LiveScience
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June 17, 2025
QUICK FACTS Where is it? Mid-Atlantic Ocean, off the coast of West Africa What's in the photo? A giant, comma-shaped cloud of Saharan dust being blown out to sea Which satellite took the photo? GOES-19 When was it taken? May 28, 2025 Satellites...