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Ex-European Council Head Says He's 'Praying' For Biden Win

Former European Council President Donald Tusk says he’s pulling for a Joe Biden win in November. “I’ve always believed in the Republican ideals and greatness of America,” he tweeted Thursday. “And I got to know @realDonaldTrump really well. These are the …

Slovakia opens to non-EU countries, but is also reproached by the EU (news digest)

Read the overview of news from July 2, 2020. This is an overview of the notable events that happened in Slovakia on July 2, 2020. Do not miss other stories published on Spectator.sk today. If you appreciate what we are doing and want to support us, the …

Zarif writes to Borrell on EU's noncompliance with JCPOA

4 July 2020 11:36 (UTC+04:00) 261 By Trend Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in a letter to the High Representative of the European Union Josep Borrell once again referred the cases of European countries' non-compliance to the Joint …

EU takes three more countries to court over anti-money laundering failings

Austria, Belgium and the Netherlands have been referred to the European Court of Justice after they failed to fully implement EU-wide anti-money laundering rules. In a press statement, the European Commission said it had referred the three countries to the …

EU official: Still long way to go on EU recovery fund deal

Talks towards the European Union's COVID-19 recovery fund still have a long way to go before a summit of EU leaders later this month, Reuters reported referring to a senior EU official involved in the talks. The official, who speaks on condition of …

Moon request s EU to enable exports of S. Korean ginseng chicken soup

EU foreign policy chief responds to Zarif’s letter

In a letter to Borrell on Friday, Zarif denounced the noncompliance by Germany, the UK and France regarding the nuclear deal, after the three European states drafted an anti-Iranian resolution at the IAEA Board of Governors. The EU foreign policy chief, …

EU regulators begin closer scrutiny of $2.1 billion Google-Fitbit deal

After issuing a warning in February about potential privacy risks of Google having access to Fitbits data, the European Union (EU) regulators have now sent detailed questionnaires to their rivals, asking them to assess how the acquisition can affect the …

IPA Qatar, EU Delegation discuss investment opportunities

 02 Jul 2020 - 7:11 IPA Qatar’s CEO Sheikh Ali Alwaleed Al-Thani The Investment Promotion Agency of Qatar (IPA Qatar), in collaboration with the EU Delegation to the GCC, on Tuesday, hosted a special webinar entitled ‘Qatar’s economic and digital …

Zarif raps EU's noncompliance with JCPOA in letter to Borrell

“Following the irresponsible and illegal measure by the three European states (Germany, the UK, and France) to initiate a draft resolution at the International Atomic Energy Agency Board of Governors and also the continuation of non-compliance with the …

UK considering whether to join EU's coronavirus vaccine scheme

The UK is currently in talks with the EU about joining its coronavirus vaccine scheme to make joint purchases when one becomes available. A European Commission spokesperson said on Friday that discussions were "ongoing" after the bloc reached out …

Making EU students pay higher fees is a blow for social mobility

On 24 June, universities minister Michelle Donelan announced that, as a consequence of Brexit, EU and EEA students would be classified as overseas students starting from the 2021/22 academic year. They will be charged full tuition (up to £20,000 in …

EU announces to provide 32 million aid to Bangladesh

The European Union has announced to provide €32 million to Bangladesh in aid to contribute to the needs of the local host communities of Cox’s Bazar and Rohingya in the camps, said a press release on Thursday. Of the amount, €12 million would be dedicated …

European Union pledges €32m in aid for Rohingya refugees in pandemic

Of this donation, €12 million or Tk 1.14 billion will be used in COVID-19 responses, the union said in a statement on Thursday. The rest of the fund, €20 million or Tk 1.9 billion will address the need of both host communities and refugees through an …

European Venues And Intermediaries Association Commenting On The Briefing Paper With Recommendations To Reform The ...

Commenting on the briefing paper published by ISDA, the Asia Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (ASIFMA), FIA, the Global Foreign Exchange Division (GFXD) and the Global Financial Markets Association (GFMA) with recommendations to reform …

EU US Travel ...

After months of coronavirus restrictions, the European Union began reopening its borders to visitors July first from 14 countries it considers safe. That list does not include the United States, where the virus is resurging in some states. Public health is …

UK faces extra €2bn EU pensions bill

The UK faces being slapped with an extra €2 billion on top of its existing EU pensions bill as a result of a 21% increase in the pension liabilities of EU officials. The requirement to pay its share of liabilities for pensions of EU civil servants is part …

Resurgence of COVID-19 observed in some EU countries, says EU disease centre

Several European countries have reported a resurgence of cases or large localised outbreaks of COVID-19, and there is still ‘community transmission’ in most EU/EEA countries, according to a report released on Thursday (2 June). The report called for …

EU authorises remdesivir for Covid-19 treatment

Brussels, July 4 (IANS) The European Commission has authorised anti-viral drug remdesivir for the treatment against coronavirus on Friday, making it the first drug authorized at the European Union level for the treatment of Covid-19. “Today, the European …

New Fourth of July Survey: Confidence in Right to Vote Drops 28%

Public service study by Lucky Star Communications shows drop in public belief that rich and poor have equal access to Constitutional Rights CLEVELAND, OH, USA, July 5, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One of Abraham Lincoln's least known quotes is …

Iran: Defiant youth target regime's repressive centers, symbols

Defiant youths set fire to the entrances of the regime's centers of repression in several cities PARIS, FRANCE, July 4, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- During the past week, defiant youths set fire to the entrances of the regime's centers of …

COVID-19 OUTDOOR RESTAURANT ORDERED TO CLOSE ABRUPTLY IN MORGAN HILL BY ARMED OFFICERS

LADERA GRILL, OUTDOOR RESTAURANT IN MORGAN HILL, WAS ORDERED TO CLOSE ABRUPTLY TONIGHT BY ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL MORGAN HILL, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, July 4, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BREAKING NEWS PRESS CONFERENCE LADERA GRILL, …

Coronavirus - Sudan Prepares to Receive Returning Nationals

The Government of Sudan last month began facilitating the return home of the first of an estimated 15,000 Sudanese nationals stranded overseas, many in urgent need of assistance, with the support of the International Organization for Migration (IOM).  IOM, …

Announcement: #FreeIran2020 Global Summit Online, Watch live broadcast: Friday, July 17, 2020

Iran Rising Up for Freedom, Stand With Iranian People and Their organized Resistance, MEK PARIS, FRANCE, July 3, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Every year, the Iranian Resistance holds its annual Free Iran grand gathering in Paris. Tens of thousands …

To celebrate the 4th of July, Patriot Flag is pleased to announce the launch of its new automated service

The first recurring flag service that provides a new American flag annually and retires the faded, torn, or tattered flag according to US Flag Code Title 4. DESTIN, FLORIDA, UNITED, July 3, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Patriot Flag is pleased to …

UK MoD & US Space Force Amongst Speaker Line-Up for SMi’s 22nd Annual Global MilSatCom

SMi Group Reports: 22nd Annual Global MilSatCom Conference and Exhibition will host a varied speaker line-up of military, government and industry experts LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 3, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SMi Group are …

New Jersey Congressional Challenger, David Applefield Says July 4th Matters More Than Ever This Year

OCEAN TOWNSHIP, N.J., July 03, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This is a statement from David Applefield “An event that took place this week in Ocean Township was a stark reminder of how far we’ve sunk from the American ideal we’re meant to be celebrating this …

Change the Mascot Calls for Immediate Change Following Washington NFL Team Announcement That It Will “Review” Team’s ...

ONEIDA NATION HOMELANDS, July 03, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Change the Mascot today released the following statement following reports that Washington’s NFL team is undertaking a “review” of its offensive R-word name and mascot.  Change the Mascot Leader …

Coronavirus - Africa: Amidst COVID-19 pandemic, UN High-Level Forum aims to chart pathways toward a sustainable recovery

Download logo Facing the devastating impacts of COVID-19, which is threatening decades of progress in improving people’s lives, countries are meeting at the United Nations High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) on Sustainable Development from 7 to 16 July to …

Coronavirus - Libya: On the one year anniversary of the bloody attack on the Tajoura Detention Centre, the UN renews its ...

Download logo Today marks one year since the airstrike on the Tajoura Detention Centre which resulted in the killing of at least 52 migrants and the injury of 87 others in one of the deadliest incidents since the launch of the attack on Tripoli in April …

Coronavirus - Cameroon: 145 Commonwealth Points of Light

Download logo The story of Comfort Mussa - Comfort Mussa is the founder of SISTERSPEAK237, which supports disabled and vulnerable people in Yaounde by coordinating the provision of hand sanitisers and masks, and sharing key messaging around COVID-19. …

Coronavirus - Africa: United Nations in West and Central Africa concerned over increased vulnerabilities of migrants ...

The Regional United Nations Network on Migration together with the Regional UN-SDG COVID-19 Executive Committee in West and Central Africa are concerned with the wellbeing of millions of migrants across the region amid the COVID-19 crisis. While they face …

Coronavirus - Africa: European Union (EU) Emergency Trust Fund for Africa - New assistance package to support vulnerable ...

Download logo Today, as part of the EU's global response to the coronavirus outbreak, the EU - through its Emergency Trust Fund for Africa (EUTF) - has adopted a new assistance package to protect migrants, stabilise local communities and respond to …

Tennesseans Among Top Traffickers of Birds to Guam, Mexico, and the Philippines for Illegal Cockfighting

BRISTOL, TENNESSEE, USA, July 2, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Animal Wellness Action (AWA), the Animal Wellness Foundation (AWF), and Tennessee State Senator Jon Lundberg, R-Bristol, today asked U.S. Attorneys J. Douglas Overbey and Donald Q. …

Reshoring Institute's Major Milestone With 35 State Economic Profiles to Help Companies Evaluate Manufacturing Locations

Reshoring is the Hottest Topic in American Business SILICON VALLEY, CA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Reshoring is the hottest topic in American businesses today. Companies that are bringing manufacturing back face a complex …

Philatron Launches New Philaflex™ Military M3432 CO Cable Line For Ultimate Flexibility

Philatron Launches New Philaflex™ Military M3432 CO Cable Line. SANTA FE SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, LOS ANGELES, July 2, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Philaflex™, the Ultimate M3432 CO Military Flexible Cable by Philatron. As one of the top …

Kennedy Demands Answers From Brownley On Law Enforcement

Stands Firmly With Law Enforcement WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today Ronda Kennedy, the Republican nominee for U.S. Congress in California’s Twenty-Sixth District, posed four questions to …

First Responders, Police Benevolent Assoc., Professional Firefighters & Paramedics Endorse Democrat Michael Weinstein

PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Michael Weinstein, Democratic candidate for State House District 81, today announced the Palm Beach County Police Benevolent Association (PBA) and the Professional …

An Open Letter to All Americans from Krishnan Suthanthiran, President & Founder of Proud American Party

"I too have a dream" Krishnan Suthanthiran has plans to provide Quality Healthcare & College Education/Training for All Americans & others in USA in next decade WASHINGTON, DC, USA, July 2, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This …