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AmeriCorps: National service and volunteerism in the U.S.
Open Access Government
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July 30, 2025
AmeriCorps “brings out the best in America” by providing citizens with the opportunity to address urgent needs in local communities across the United States and its territories. The activities funded by grants primarily focus on essential...
Union Pacific-Norfolk proposed merger would create first US transcontinental railroad
The Gleaner
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July 30, 2025
Union Pacific wants to buy Norfolk Southern in a US$85-billion deal that would create the first transcontinental railroad in the United States, and potentially trigger a final wave of rail mergers across the country. The proposed merger, announced...
In the Asia-Pacific region, countries are turning increasingly toward their neighbours for ideas on sustainable development
Kuensel
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South-South Cooperation (SSC) has increasingly been recognized as one of the most efficient and effective means of exchanging technical know-how and experiences between countries of Asia and the Pacific. sustainable forestry day of locked content...
Moses Lake athletes hit national track competition
Columbia Basin Herald - Washington State
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July 30, 2025
MOSES LAKE – Last week, three athletes from the Moses Lake Athletics Club competed in the USA Track and Field Nationals event. Brody Baker, Jaedynn Dietmeyer and Liam O’Shea traveled to Savannah, Ga., from July 21 to July 27. Looking back,...
UAE calls on citizens in Japan to take safety precautions due to earthquake
Gulf Today
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July 30, 2025
The UAE Mission in Tokyo has urged Emirati citizens in Japan to exercise caution and vigilance following the earthquake which struck the Kamchatka region in Russia, resulting in tsunami waves affecting Japanese prefectures along the Pacific Ocean...
Massive earthquake in Russia triggers tsunami warnings in several Pacific territories
El País
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July 30, 2025
A powerful earthquake measuring 8.8 on the Richter scale struck the Kamchatka Peninsula in the far east of Russia at around 11:25 a.m. local time (1:25 a.m. CET) on Wednesday, triggering a widespread chain of tsunami warnings across the Pacific,...
Sotto-less Gilas fully harnesses big man Edu for FIBA Asia Cup duty
Business World
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July 30, 2025
GILAS Pilipinas coach Tim Cone looks to fully harness the topnotch skills of big man AJ Edu as the Nationals vie for the FIBA Asia Cup mint minus Kai Sotto. Unlike the previous window in February when he made his debut for Mr. Cone’s crew after...
Tsunami Waves Strike Pacific Nations After Massive 8.8-Magnitude Earthquake
TVC News Nigeria
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July 30, 2025
Tsunami waves have struck parts of Russia, Japan, and the United States following a powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russia’s eastern coast — one of the strongest ever recorded in the region — prompting alerts across dozens of Pacific and...
Formnext Asia Shenzhen 2025 targets AM growth across Greater Bay Area
3D Printing Industry
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July 30, 2025
Formnext Asia Shenzhen is set to return to the Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center from 26–28 August 2025, with organizers and industry partners announcing a renewed focus on building a more collaborative additive manufacturing (AM)...
World : Saudi Arabia Launches “Ala Khutah†Experience To Retrace Prophetic Migration Route
Bernama
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July 30, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Saudi Arabia is recreating the historic Hijrah (migration) of Prophet Muhammad through the “Ala Khutah” (In the Prophet’s Steps) programme - a six-month immersive journey beginning this November that allows...
FYI...Major Changes Coming To Sioux Falls Area Humane Society
B102.7 - South Dakota
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July 30, 2025
The Sioux Falls Area Humane Society is scaling back its after-hours services, which affects our four-legged friends across the Sioux Empire. Beginning on Friday, August 1st, staff at the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society will no longer accept stray...
Huge Quake Off Russian Far East Puts Japan, Asia Pacific on Alert
Asia Financial
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July 30, 2025
One of the most powerful earthquakes in decades rocked Russia’s Far Eastern Kamchatka Peninsula – and triggered tsunami warnings right across the Pacific Ocean on Wednesday. The 8.8 magnitude quake sparked warnings of possible tsunami waves of up...
China, Russia Set to Conduct Naval Drills Near Pacific
MENAFN
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July 30, 2025
(MENAFN) China’s Defense Ministry confirmed Wednesday that its military will conduct large-scale joint exercises with Russian forces next month, signaling continued strategic coordination between the two nations. According to ministry spokesperson...
Huge earthquake off Russia sparks Pacific tsunamis, evacuations
The New Arab
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July 30, 2025
A tsunami hit and flooded the Russian port town of Severo-Kurilsk following the powerful earthquake [Getty] One of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded struck Russia's sparsely populated Far East on Wednesday, causing tsunamis up to four metres...
Policy experts, civil society from Asia Pacific discuss country positions ahead of plastics treaty talks
The Times of India
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July 30, 2025
Ahead of crucial global plastic treaty negotiations, Asia Pacific policy experts emphasized the region's pivotal role in addressing plastic production and pollution. They highlighted challenges like industry influence and the need for legally...
Emirates announces new commercial appointments in Africa, Asia
Travel & Tourism News Middle East
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Travel, Tourism & Hospitality July 2025 161 Emirates has appointed members to its strategic commercial team to expand its presence in West Asia, the Indian Ocean, and Africa. These appointments aim to enhance the airline's operations and develop...
8.7 Quake Strikes Russia, Pacific Regions on Tsunami Alert
Moneylife India
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A powerful earthquake measuring magnitude 8.7 struck off Russia’s Far Eastern Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday morning, damaging buildings and triggering tsunami waves up to four metres high. The quake prompted widespread alerts and evacuations...
Pan Pacific Jakarta Unveils Signature Coffee Blend Journey Into Flavour and Heritage
Indonesia Expat
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July 30, 2025
In the heart of Jakarta, where tradition meets modern elegance, Pan Pacific Jakarta continues to redefine unforgettable memories with the unveiling of the ‘Pacific Signature Blend’ — a fusion of arabica and robusta beans, thoughtfully crafted to...
Guam, Pacific nations respond to tsunami threat
Marianas Business Journal
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An 8.8 magnitude earthquake off of Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula on June 30 triggered tsunami advisories, watches and warnings in Guam and across the Pacific. Graphic of tsunami amplitude. Courtesy Pacific Tsunami Warning Center In Japan, waves of...
'P77' is now showing in over 170 cinemas nationwide
GMA Network
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July 30, 2025
Showbiz News Here's the complete list of cinemas where P77 is showing in its first day. GMA Pictures and GMA Public Affairs' mind-bending horror movie P77 is now showing in over 170 cinemas nationwide. Barbie Forteza portrays Luna, a breadwinner...