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Abidjan Convention on regional consultation on additional draft protocol on MPAs starts
The Point
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The Abidjan Convention was born out of the need for a regional approach to the prevention, reduction and control of pollution of the marine environment, coastal and related river waters under the jurisdiction of the States of Western, Central and...
Prenatal exposure to forever chemicals linked to higher teen blood pressure
Medical News
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June 13, 2025
Children exposed before birth to synthetic compounds called "forever chemicals" had higher blood pressure during their teenage years, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access,...
NHC tracking 3 tropical waves, with 1 in Caribbean. See Polk forecast
News Chief - Florida
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In the Atlantic basin, the National Hurricane Center is watching three tropical waves, including one in the Caribbean. The Atlantic is likely to remain quiet through the end of June, despite some early hints at tropical formation, according to...
NHC tracking 3 tropical waves, with 1 in Caribbean. See…
Treasure Coast Palm - Florida
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In the Atlantic basin, the National Hurricane Center is watching three tropical waves, including one in the Caribbean. The Atlantic is likely to remain quiet through the end of June, despite some early hints at tropical formation, according to...
Exposure to “forever chemicals” before birth may raise blood pressure during teen years
EurekAlert!
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Research Highlights: Being exposed to synthetic compounds called “forever chemicals” before birth was linked to higher systolic (top number) blood pressure in children, especially during their adolescent years. Compared to other children, the risk...
Council's failure to deliver on Wash: A threat to public health and economic development
The Standard
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The deep-seated corruption and mismanagement within the Harare City Council are undermining the country's economic development and growth. The state of waste management, water hygiene and sanitation in Harare is a crisis that demands immediate...
More Saharan dust nearing Florida as NOAA watches 3 tropical waves
Treasure Coast Palm - Florida
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The National Hurricane Center is tracking 3 tropical waves. A plume of Saharan Dust is expected to arrive in South Florida starting June 13, reducing rain chances. Tropical development in the Atlantic basin "looks unfavorable through June at this...
Thousands of Brits are ditching Europe for these three cheap African holiday destinations
The Sun
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June 12, 2025
WITH expensive hotels and overcrowded attractions, thousands of Brits are ditching Europe for more affordable destinations in Africa. Recent research by TUI has seen a boom in demand for North African holidays. 3 North Africa is becoming a much...
Morocco Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusive Growth in Africa
Morocco World News
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June 10, 2025
Doha – Morocco has reaffirmed its dedication to fostering an Africa capable of achieving inclusive growth and seizing opportunities available to the continent. The statement came during the 39th Quarterly Briefing Meeting for African ambassadors...
Angola proposes former minister Fátima Jardim as new Executive Secretary of the CPLP
Ver Angola
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Maria de Fátima Monteiro Jardim, a graduate in biology from the Faculty of Sciences of the University of Lisbon, who was vice-president of the Council of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), representing Africa, a position...
EU funding boost at critical moment for African science
University World News
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EUROPE-AFRICA As governments across the world scale back investment in research and higher education, the European Union (EU) has stepped up its support to Africa, launching a €500.5 million (about US$571.3 million) funding package aimed at...
Biggest storylines one year out from 2026 World Cup
NBC Sports
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June 11, 2025
The 2026 World Cup on American, Mexican and Canadian soil is 365 days out — June 11, 2026 — which means we are officially in a World Cup year. MORE — 2026 World Cup predictions | Who will start for USMNT? What are the big storylines on the field...
Brits are ditching traditional Europe holiday hotspots for three 'perfect choice' destinations
Manchester Evening News
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June 11, 2025
11:58, 11 Jun 2025Updated 12:00, 11 Jun 2025 Thousands of British tourists are swapping traditional European hotspots for destinations in north Africa, according to recent reports from travel companies. Travel experts have reported that people are...
Holidaymakers swapping traditional European hotspots for north Africa
Times & Star
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Experts say many people are being drawn to the region by its wide availability of high-quality hotels costing considerably less than similar properties in locations such as Spain, France and Italy. North African countries Egypt, Morocco and...
West Africa beyond the guidebooks: an Aussie perspective
The Guardian (Australia)
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June 10, 2025
Looking for a travel experience that's a fair way from your usual European jaunt or Southeast Asian escape? West Africa might just be the go – a massive slab of the continent positively brimming with incredible cultures, a potent history, and...
PM attends Blue Economy and Finance Forum in Monaco
VietnamPlus
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June 8, 2025
Monaco (VNA) – Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam attended the Blue Economy and Finance Forum in the Principality of Monaco on June 8, at the invitation of Prince Albert II, as part of his trip to France for...
Vietnam PM attends Blue Economy and Finance Forum in Monaco; event aims to help countries tackle financial challenges
The Malaysian Star
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June 8, 2025
HANOI (Vietnam News/ANN): Vietnam Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam attended the Blue Economy and Finance Forum in the Principality of Monaco on June 8, at the invitation of Prince Albert II, as part of his...
The abandoned US mission to control hurricanes
BBC
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ShareSave A DC-6 plane used in US hurricane research (Credit: Office of Noaa Corps Operations)An ambitious project to weaken or divert hurricanes generated decades of suspicion and disagreement. What did we learn – and will it ever be revived? As...
How the C-390 is charging ahead with Portugal’s Rhinos squadron
FlightGlobal
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When Portugal signed an almost €830 million ($1.1 billion) contract for five Embraer C/KC-390 tactical transports in July 2019, it was taking something of a gamble by becoming the first export buyer for the Brazilian-built type. But now close to...
Top 10 African countries with the lowest GDP growth in 2025 compared to last year
Business Insider Africa
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June 6, 2025
Numerous obstacles and drawbacks for the continent's growth trajectory are presented by this declining tendency. These nations have the potential to influence trade patterns and regional integration by serving as pillars of stability and economic...