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Government rejects appeal over controversial Westferry development
A major real estate program that was approved after its developer sat next to a Cabinet minister during a Tory fundraiser has finally been scrapped - two years after discussing the project.Documents revealed that Housing Minister Eddie…
British space command criticizes Russia after anti-satellite missile test
The British Space Command criticized Russia after the nation carried out a weapons test that created "significant" debris in space.Vice Air Marshal Paul Godfrey called an anti-satellite missile test undertaken by Russia "irresponsible".The…
Defense closes case in Kyle Rittenhouse gunshot murder trial
The defense made its case during the Kyle Rittenhouse murder trial, setting the stage for closing arguments in the shootings that have left Americans divided over whether he was a patriot taking a stand against lawlessness or a…
Cop26 agreement to support green maritime routes
Nineteen countries, including the UK, have agreed to support the creation of zero-emission shipping routes.The Clydebank statement signed at Cop26 indicates that the signatories' goal is to help establish "at least six green corridors by…
Change on ‘loop’ structures opens up options for structuring the wealth of Bermuda,…
With the reform of South Africa's exchange control rules, restrictions on the use of 'loop' structures were lifted so that South African residents are no longer prohibited from using funds or assets held. in offshore structures to reinvest…
Irish Environment Minister tested positive for Covid ahead of Cop26 trip
The Irish Minister for the Environment has canceled a planned trip to Cop26 after testing positive for Covid-19.Eamon Ryan, the leader of the Green Party of Ireland, was due to visit Glasgow on Sunday.Mr. Ryan, who is now self-isolating,…
County gears up as region rolls out pediatric vaccines amid rocky plateau in cases
November 4, 2021
As the region continues along a "rocky plateau" in the COVID-19 pandemic, the Multnomah County Public Health Division and its federally qualified health center prepare to launch vaccination clinics for children aged 5 and…
Pets at Home boss quits after 11 years at retailer
The CEO of Pets at Home has announced that he will be leaving the company next summer after 11 years with the company.Peter Pritchard joined the retailer in 2011 as Commercial Director, before becoming General Manager in March 2018.The…
UK applauds France ‘taking a step back’ from fishing threats for now
Britain has hailed France's “backing out” of threats to impose punitive measures in a post-Brexit fishing license dispute as talks to settle the dispute continue.Environment Secretary George Eustice acknowledged a de-escalation by French…
White House press secretary Jen Psaki tested positive for Covid-19
White House press secretary Jen Psaki said she had contracted Covid-19 and was showing mild symptoms.Psaki, 42, said she last had contact with President Joe Biden on Tuesday when she met him at the White House, where they were over six feet…