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Ursula vs. the dragon
EurActiv
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July 22, 2025
Welcome to the Capitals by Eddy Wax, with Nicoletta Ionta. Feedback is welcome. Were you forwarded this newsletter by a friend? Sign up here. In today’s edition: A tale of two summits Ireland pushes EU to pressure Israel Wanted: cyber, AI experts...
Uruguay presidential candidate warns pension reform would 'blow up' economic stability
The Gazette - Colorado
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By Lucinda Elliott MONTEVIDEO (Reuters) - A Uruguayan pension reform plan that seeks to lower the retirement age to 60 and will be put to citizens in a referendum on Sunday would "blow up" the South American country's stable economic model if it...
Uruguayan fans clash with Rio police before Libertadores semi
Channel News Asia
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October 23, 2024
RIO DE JANEIRO : Hundreds of fans of Uruguayan club Penarol ran riot on the Rio de Janeiro waterfront on Wednesday, setting fire to a bus and vandalizing beach-side kiosks, police said. The pitched battle lasted more than an hour until riot police...
Uruguay signs agreement to build prison for transgender people
MercoPress
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Wednesday, October 23rd 2024 - 21:33 UTC The initiative seeks to achieve “zero overcrowding” in penitentiary institutions, Martinelli explained The Uruguayan government of President Luis Lacalle Pou signed on Tuesday a public-private partnership...
Montevideo Middle School holds supply drive for NC school division impacted by Helene
WHSV-TV - Virginia
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October 28, 2024
PENN LAIRD, Va. (WHSV) - It has been a month since Hurricane Helene ravaged the southeast, and dumped heavy rains on cities along the Blue Ridge Mountains. As communities around the region continue to recover, people in the Shenandoah Valley are...
The 'world's longest beach' that stretches an incredible 158 miles
Daily Express
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January 19, 2025
When it comes to beaches, Brazil is home to many exceptional wonders but the Praia do Cassino takes the cake as the world’s longest beach. Spanning an incredible 158 miles along Brazil’s southern coast in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, Praia do...
Uruguayan fans clash with Rio police before Libertadores semi-final
Deccan Herald
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According to police, the violence began when a Uruguayan fan was arrested for stealing a cellphone in a bakery in the Recreio Beach area on the west side of the city. Last Updated : 24 October 2024, 04:10 IST
Swapping New York for Uruguay
CNN
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January 21, 2025
CNN — They’d been friends for years, but everything changed for Austin Mullins and Jack Richards, both from the US, when they took a trip to New York’s Fire Island together back in 2020. Returning to NYC very much a couple, the pair moved in...
All of the nationalities that now need permission to travel to UK
Bristol Post
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January 19, 2025
The Government has issued a full list of nationalities that will need to obtain a digital document that grants permission for them to visit the UK. Obtaining an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) means travellers can come to the UK for up to...
‘We love it here’: Why this American couple swapped New York for Uruguay
KTVZ - Oregon
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January 21, 2025
By Tamara Hardingham-Gill, CNN (CNN) — They’d been friends for years, but everything changed for Austin Mullins and Jack Richards, both from the US, when they took a trip to New York’s Fire Island together back in 2020. Returning to NYC very much...
Mix Up, Mix Up, As UK Changes Travel Rules AGAIN! Some Transit Passengers May Not Need ETA Now, But Prices Going Up.
The St Kitts Nevis Observer
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January 18, 2025
- Advertisement - Only days after introducing its new Electronic Travel authorization for travelers from countries that don’t need visas to travel to the UK, the UK government has already started changing the rules and hiking prices. Here’s a...
Darwin Nunez sends timely reminder as Liverpool consider transfer options
Liverpool Echo
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July 21, 2025
It didn't take long. Mere minutes after it emerged Darwin Nunez had scored a first-half hat-trick in Liverpool's 5-0 behind-closed-doors friendly win against Stoke City on Sunday afternoon, the striker had earned himself a new nickname. "He's like...
US issues travel advisory for popular cruise destination Belize
Austin American-Statesman - Texas
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If you're planning a trip to Belize, the U.S. government might want you to reconsider. According to the U.S. Department of State, Belize is currently under a level 2 travel advisory while Belize City is under a level 3. The Central American...
Inside Julio Vilamajó's iconic Montevideo house museum
Meer
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January 15, 2025
It is a warm winter morning in Montevideo. Walking along Avenida Sarmiento from Pocitos, you might be deceived by a modern-looking house, but no, it’s not the one we’re looking for; it belongs to his rival, Mauricio Cravotto. Crossing the bridge...
Best P&O Cruises holidays 2025/26: Top destinations, ships and 2025 deals
The Independent
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January 20, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
58 visa-free destinations for SA travellers in 2025
East Coast Radio
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The 2025 Passport Index was recently released and we now know that South Africans can travel to 58 countries with a few new ones added to the list. From tropical islands to vibrant cities, the options are endless. Whether you're a seasoned...
Quirky trees to spot on your travels
The News Letter
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January 15, 2025
Gardeners thinking of booking a holiday may now be poring over beautiful gardens they can visit across the continents – but there are also some awe-inspiring trees to be admired. Anyone visiting arboretums this year may wonder at everything from...
TRAVEL STATISTICS 2024: VACATION AND TOURISM DEMOGRAPHICS & TRENDS
Hollywood Gazette
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October 3, 2024
TRAVEL STATISTICS 2024: VACATION AND TOURISM DEMOGRAPHICS & TRENDS Last Updated: September 27, 2024 Embarking on either short or long excursions can provide both enjoyment and rejuvenation. Regardless of whether you are exploring your local...
Key Biscayne healthy Monday menu
Islander News - Florida
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Our participating #tasteofkeybiscayne restaurant can help you start the week on the right foot with some deliciously light and healthier options on this Monday, July 21 D'Lite Bistro & Bakery D’Lite is your island’s tasty-healthy headquarters! We...
Montevideo's airport to undergo major technological improvement
MercoPress
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Friday, October 11th 2024 - 08:40 UTC The new ILS system will be in use at Carrasco's 07/25 runway Montevideo's Carrasco International Airport is undergoing a US$ 20 million technological update that will allow instrument landings (ILS) with zero...