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Ex-NASA Chief Sounds Alarm Over Space Agency's Future
Newsweek
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June 29, 2025
The former head of NASA has said that the space agency is "being savaged," in response to proposed cuts by the Trump administration. Bill Nelson, NASA administrator from 2021 to 2025, said: "If they continue on the path that they're on, it will be...
Uzbekistan is Soaring Ahead!
Diplomat magazine EU
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July 9, 2025
By Roy Lie Atjam The IV Tashkent International Investment Forum TIIF is nothing short of Uzbekistan’s flagship event, promulgating the nation’s dynamic potential. Held from June 9-12, 2025, in the vibrant capital of Tashkent, the forum commenced...
In Home Stretch to Euro, Think-Tank Warns of Continuing Price Hysteria, Budgetary Pitfalls and Political Overambition
Bulgarian News Agency
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As the economy switches to summer mode, political events in Bulgaria remain as intense as ever while the country looks forward to the final decision on its expected accession to the euro area on January 1, 2026. At this point, it is important to...
Underwater Archaeological Survey in Taukliman Bay Uncovers 19th-Century Western European Shipwreck
Bulgarian News Agency
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An underwater archaeological survey has been completed in Taukliman Bay (also known as Bird Bay), approximately 6 km northeast of Cape Kaliakra. The area is rich in historically significant archaeological sites: caves used during various...
Young Eagle eyes up new skies
The Anglo-Celt
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Previous Next In a milestone moment for Irish basketball, Virginia native Emma Tolan is preparing to take her talents across the Atlantic after being selected as one of nine Irish women to earn a college basketball scholarship to the United States...
Why Herts farming family is moving their business to France
Farmers Weekly
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July 10, 2025
The negative impact on tenant farmers of changes to the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) and the greater return on investment to be found overseas are two of the key reasons why a Hertfordshire farming couple have decided to up sticks and move...
Foreign Minister: EP’s Resolution on North Macedonia’s Progress Stops Internal Political Exploitation
Bulgarian News Agency
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With its resolution on the annual report on North Macedonia’s progress towards EU membership, the European Parliament (EP) did not allow it to be instrumentalized for the purposes of the internal political debate of a candidate country, Foreign...
Brian Muir, the Movie Sculptor Whose Work Was All Done by Eye and Hand
Bulgarian News Agency
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"All my work was done by eye and hand, so there was never any artificial intelligence used," Brian Muir, the creator of a myriad of recognizable film sets, artefacts and characters for TV, cinema and advertising, including Darth Vader's helmet and...
WWE veteran buries Sheamus vs. Rusev on RAW: "I fast-forwarded through this whole match" (Exclusive)
Sportskeeda
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July 1, 2025
Former WWE head writer Vince Russo recently shared his thoughts on Rusev's match. The star was in action on RAW this week against Sheamus. The Celtic Warrior and the Bulgarian Brute put on a hard-hitting clash this week on RAW. The thrilling...
UK, France Revamp ‘Reassurance Force’ Plan for Ukraine – Paris HQ, Air Defense, Naval Demining
Kyiv Post
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July 10, 2025
French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer unveiled more details for a planned peacekeeping force in Ukraine following a three-day state visit by Macron to the UK on Thursday. The plans included a headquarters in...
Shumen’s Black Panther Mystery Busted? Experts Say It’s Just a Giant Dog
Novinite
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After an 11-day search for a mysterious large black cat, authorities lifted the ban on entering the Shumen Plateau region in Bulgaria, as the elusive animal remained unfound. Experts now question the evidence that sparked the search, with some...
Ameresco Partners With Alaska Utility on Juneau Hydropower Project
Power Magazine
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July 9, 2025
Energy solutions provider Ameresco announced a partnership with Alaska’s Juneau Hydropower to develop, build, and operate a 19.8-MW hydropower station at Sweetheart Lake. The facility is located 33 miles south of downtown Juneau. The project also...
Billionaire boltholes: Inside Simon Nixon’s SimonEscapes
City A.M.
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July 1, 2025
Tuesday 01 July 2025 3:40 pm | Updated: Tuesday 01 July 2025 3:41 pm Share Facebook Share on Facebook X Share on Twitter LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn WhatsApp Share on WhatsApp Email Share on Email Simon Nixon doesn’t seem to fit the mould of the...
Parliament Approves First-Reading Amendments to Higher Education Act Aiming to Reduce University Fees
Bulgarian News Agency
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On Wednesday, the National Assembly passed at first reading amendments to the Higher Education Act aimed at preventing a surge in university fees. The changes were adopted with 148 votes in favor, 11 against, and 11 abstentions. The legislative...
The 'Kosovo Corner' is the latest addition to the National Library in Sofia
BNR - Radio Bulgaria
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June 30, 2025
Photo: Embassy of Kosovo to the Republic of Bulgaria The 'Corner of Kosovo' has been opened at the Sts. Cyril and Methodius National Library. It brings the total number of corners dedicated to different national literatures in the 'History of the...
GERB Leader Borissov and Home Affairs EU Commissioner Brunner Discuss Schengen External Borders in Sofia
Bulgarian News Agency
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GERB leader Boyko Borissov discussed the protection of the Schengen Area’s external borders with European Commissioner for Home Affairs and Migration Magnus Brunner in Sofia on Monday. The meeting was part of Brunner’s visit to Bulgaria and also...
"It was heartbreaking" - Andy Roddick gets emotional about Grigor Dimitrov's tragic Wimbledon injury against Jannik Sinner
Sportskeeda
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July 8, 2025
Andy Roddick recently made his feelings known about the injury that Grigor Dimitrov sustained at Wimbledon. The latter had to retire amid the match, which led to the end of his tournament's journey. Dimitrov was last seen in action at the fourth...
Parker-Hannifin expands electric vehicle portfolio with $1bn acquisition of Curtis Instruments
ETAuto
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July 1, 2025
Parker-Hannifin will acquire Curtis Instruments from Rehlko for $1 billion, boosting its electric and industrial vehicle tech portfolio. Motion and control products maker Parker-Hannifin on Monday said it has agreed to buy Curtis Instruments from...
Superannuation tax changes
Echonetdaily
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July 1, 2025
Image from http://retirement-homes-bulgaria.com The proposed tax changes for personal superannuation funds with balances exceeding $3 million has received considerable publicity. The fundamental purpose of the superannuation tax concessions is to...
Short & Mountain Film Festival 2025 Announces Programme
The Film New Europe
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As usual, the festival also has a short film competition. From Mane to Svaneti will also open the festival, while Rusudan Glurjidze’s The Antique / Antikvariati will screen after the awards ceremony. The Antique, which has been selected as...