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CAgrO backs food security code with ongoing support programs
Mindanao Times
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July 10, 2025
22 BY ARNELYN L. LAPATIS & MEKYLA JANE TICAR | CMU INTERNS THE DAVAO City Agriculturist Office (CAgrO) said that several food production and nutrition-sensitive programs are already being implemented to ensure food security in the region, aligning...
A new data hub helps small-scale fishers adapt to climate change
Mongabay
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July 9, 2025
Roughly 40% of the global fish catch comes from small-scale fisheries. It’s one of the food production systems most vulnerable to climate change, and governments are lacking data to help fishers adapt. To help address that gap, the global research...
Việt Nam proposes three priorities to strengthen ASEAN’s centrality
Vietnam News Agency
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KUALA LUMPUR — Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bùi Thanh Sơn has proposed three key priorities to reinforce ASEAN’s central role amid rising regional and global uncertainties at the plenary session of the ASEAN Foreign...
Vietnam promotes comprehensive approach to human rights in ASEAN
Vietnam News Agency
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Promoting human rights requires a comprehensive, cross-sectoral approach, Deputy PM Bui Thanh Son said at the AICHR dialogue on July 8, calling for stronger coordination with specialized agencies, while praising AICHR’s 15-year contribution and...
Việt Nam promotes comprehensive approach to human rights in ASEAN
Vietnam News Agency
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KUALA LUMPUR — Promoting and ensuring human rights involve multiple sectors and pillars, requiring a comprehensive approach and enhanced coordination between the ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR) and specialised agencies...
Medic leaves job, sells home and buys campervan to travel world
Gulf Daily News Online
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A former GP who felt the stress of the job after the pandemic was “going to kill (him)” has sold his home and belongings to buy a campervan and travel the world instead. Gary Grant, 47, was living alone in a rental property in Lytham St Annes,...
Malaysia reaffirms ASEAN human rights agenda under 2045 vision
The Sun Daily
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July 8, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has reinforced the importance of advancing human rights within ASEAN as part of regional integration efforts. Speaking at the ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Interface with AICHR...
Researcher discovers rare ocean phenomenon serving as unlikely ally to reefs: 'Could offer a blueprint'
The Cool Down - Oregon
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July 7, 2025
"Fundamental to understanding how to sustain reefs in the future." by Alyssa OchsJuly 7, 2025 A Queensland University of Technology researcher in Australia discovered an ocean phenomenon that could save coral reefs despite the changing climate,...
Australia Zoo rescues two crocodiles in devastating conditions
Noosa Today
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July 8, 2025
Australia Zoo’s Crocodile Rescue Team has successfully rescued two large saltwater crocodiles from devastating welfare conditions in the Solomon Islands, giving them a second chance at life. Both crocodiles, over two meters long, had tragically...
International Law: A Shield for the Powerful or a Rule for All?
Daily Star
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July 8, 2025
A compelling exchange once took place between Shami Chakrabarti, former president of the UK-based human rights organisation Liberty, and the eminent jurist Lord Thomas Bingham following his lecture on 'The Rule of Law'. Lord Bingham, a staunch...
World : ASEAN’s Zopfan Vision Revived With China, Russia Backing SEANWFZ
Bernama
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July 8, 2025
By Samantha Tan KUALA LUMPUR, July 8 (Bernama) -- ASEAN’s long-standing aspiration for a Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN) has gained new traction following China and Russia’s readiness to sign the Protocol to the Treaty on the...
Asean's Zopfan revived thanks to China and Russia's support, says expert
The Malaysian Star
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July 8, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Asean's long-standing aspiration for a Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (Zopfan) has gained renewed traction following China and Russia's readiness to sign the Protocol to the Treaty on the Southeast Asia Nuclear-Weapon-Free...
Business : Oecusse To Spearhead Timor-Leste’s Modernisation In Bold CMC-RAEOA Initiative
Bernama
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July 7, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, July 7 (Bernama) -- In a major public-private partnership, Core Management Corporation (CMC) and the Special Administrative Region of Oecusse-Ambeno (RAEOA) have announced the launch of the Oecusse Digital Centre (ODC) Smart Hub, a...
Australia Hikes Student Visa Fee for Foreign Students by 25% in 2025-Know Eligibility & How to Apply
Baltimore Outloud - Maryland
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July 7, 2025
Australia Hikes Student Visa Fee for Foreign Students by 25% in 2025.The Australian government has implemented a 25% boost in student visa fees for students from other countries. It will raise the student visa fee from $1,600 to $2,000....
Government appoints former senior Army Ranger Wing officer to Deputy Chief of Staff post
The Journal
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July 8, 2025
THE GOVERNMENT HAS appointed Colonel Colm Ó Luasa as a Deputy Chief of Staff of the Defence Forces, a wide-ranging role which includes responsibility for human resources. Ó Luasa, a former senior officer in the Army Ranger Wing and the Cavalry...
GP who felt stress 'was going to kill him' sells up to travel world in campervan
Wales Online
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July 7, 2025
A former GP who felt the stress of the job after the pandemic was “going to kill (him)” has sold his home and belongings to buy a campervan and travel the world instead. Gary Grant, 47, was living alone in a rental property after he separated from...
GP thought 'sod this' and now travels world in campervan as stress of job was 'going to kill me'
Lancs Live
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July 7, 2025
A former GP who felt the stress of the job after the pandemic was “going to kill (him)” has sold his home and belongings to buy a campervan and travel the world instead. Gary Grant, 47, was living alone in a rental property in Lytham St Annes,...
"I just thought ‘sod this’": GP takes drastic measure after 'it was going to kill me'
Manchester Evening News
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July 7, 2025
A former GP who felt the stress of the job after the pandemic was 'going to kill him' has told of how he sold his home and belongings to buy a campervan and travel the world instead. Gary Grant, 47, was living alone in a rental property in Lytham...
ASX up on Wall Street highs; Tetratherix pops on debut
Townsville Bulletin
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June 29, 2025
ASX lifts as Wall Street soars to new records Tetratherix jumps in biotech IPO debut Hardie, DroneShield rise; Execs exit LTR, Inghams The ASX opened Monday a touch stronger, up 0.3 % by lunchtime in the east as healthcare and bank stocks led the...
Lunch Wrap: ASX up as Wall Street breaks records
Stockhead
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June 29, 2025
Tetratherix jumps in biotech IPO debut. Picture via Getty Images ASX lifts as Wall Street soars to new records Tetratherix jumps in biotech IPO debut Hardie, DroneShield rise; Execs exit LTR, Inghams The ASX opened Monday a touch stronger, up 0.3...