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Brits regard British quality as the standard for food imports

Brits regard British quality as the standard for food imports

The vast majority of Britons (85%) believe that the government should not cooperate on new trade deals with the arrival of cheaper and inferior food imports. That’s according to a new opinion poll commissioned by the National Farmers Union (NFU). The British believe that the way of farming in Britain should be championed both at home and abroad. Trade deals …

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Column: new balancing artist for the Order of Friars Minor

Processie naar aula - Foto Theo van Adrichem ofm

The participants of the general chapter move in procession to the chapter house. The photo was taken by Provincial Minister Theo van Adrichem, who is participating on behalf of the Dutch and Flemish brothers Today my order (the Friars Minor or Franciscans) elects a new Minister General. Ministers-provincials from all over the world meet in a “general chapter” to assess …

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Russia, US reach agreement on nuclear weapons treaty

Russia, US reach agreement on nuclear weapons treaty

Russia and the United States have reached an agreement on the disarmament agreement of the Treaty for the Reduction of Strategic Nuclear Weapons (New START). Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov told the RIA news agency on Wednesday. The day before, it was announced that US President Joe Biden call had had with his Russian colleague Vladimir Putin. They discussed, …

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US state: Google bought Samsung on the Appstore

US state: Google bought Samsung on the Appstore

Theory versus practice While Google touts the theoretical possibilities of officially open Android, US prosecutors are not convinced of its practical effect. they propose that Google has taken steps to make the Android ecosystem more closed to competitors. The original manufacturer of the mobile operating system is positioned as an essential intermediary for developers to reach consumers. In addition, Google …

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New Zealand fugitive rents helicopter and reports to police

New Zealand fugitive rents helicopter and reports to police

The man, James Bryant, was in hiding for five weeks in a small village in Otago, a province on the South Island of New Zealand. Against local media he says it was ‘great’ there, but it was time to leave the remote place. Oysters and champagne He contacted a lawyer, Arthur Taylor, who had previously helped him out of his …

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US and allies condemn crackdown on “Apple Daily” newspaper in Hong Kong

US and allies condemn crackdown on Apple Daily in Hong Kong National

The United States and its allies, including Germany, Japan and the United Kingdom, have criticized the Hong Kong authorities’ crackdown on the outspoken Apple Daily and its employees. In a joint statement released on Saturday by the 21-country Media Freedom Alliance, governments condemned the use of Chinese-imposed national security laws in Hong Kong to shut down the newspaper and arrest …

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US and allies condemn crackdown on Apple Daily in Hong Kong National

US and allies condemn crackdown on Apple Daily in Hong Kong National

The United States and its allies, including Germany, Japan and the United Kingdom, have criticized the actions of the Hong Kong authorities against the outspoken Apple Daily and its employees. In a joint statement released on Saturday by the 21-nation Media Freedom Alliance, governments condemned the use of China’s national security law in Hong Kong to shut down the newspaper …

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US coach Ellis doesn’t rule out Wiegman’s succession in advance

USA-succescoach Ellis sluit opvolging Wiegman vooraf niet uit

November 27, 2020 – Jill Ellis, the former US national women’s coach, is not unfriendly in advance to a period with the Dutch team. The coach who led the United States to two world titles is looking for a new challenge and is open to all options. “I’m looking for a challenge, to develop myself and to run to the …

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New Zealand to explore the possibility of its own CBDC

New Zealand to explore the possibility of its own CBDC

New Zealand has reportedly launched a study on the feasibility, benefits and risks of a central bank digital currency known as CBDC. To look forward This was announced by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand via a Press release. From there, it became clear that the Reserve Bank of New Zealand will begin consulting with the public on FinTech that …

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D66: ‘Free tunnel to be built in 2023’

D66: 'Free tunnel to be built in 2023'

Last week, two motions were passed in the House of Representatives urging the cabinet to end tolls for the West Scheldt Tunnel as soon as possible. According to Commissioner Harry van der Maas, the province and outgoing Minister Cora van Nieuwenhuizen are now working together to take concrete action. “I spoke to a very positive and constructive minister,” Van der …

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