Mildura Swimming Club members Danika Garner and Max Bell are heading to the Australian Age Swimming Championships on the Gold Coast. Picture: Ben Gross

https://www.sunraysiadaily.com.au/sport/6130014/mildura-swimmers-lapping-up-the-pressure

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A tractor trailer overturned while driving northbound on I-75 in Ocala on Tuesday morning, officials said.

https://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/overturned-tractor-trailer-on-i75-in-ocala/video/59e2b3b677aa7ed608fe2f70db7609f9

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un gives field guidance at a major weapon factory in this image released by North Korea's Korean Central News Agency on August 6, 2023. KCNA via REUTERS SEOUL — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un gave field guidance at major weapons factories between Thursday and Saturday including production lines of engines for strategic cruise missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles, KCNA state news agency said on Sunday. Kim also inspected factories producing shells for super large-calibre multiple rocket launchers and transporter-erector-launchers, which are normally used to fire ballistic missiles, KCNA reported.

https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1812876/north-korea-leader-kim-jong-un-gives-field-guidance-at-major-arms-factories

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Police continue to make enquiries following the death of a man at an address in Owhiti Street, Titahi Bay yesterday. Police were called to the property about 6pm and the man was found deceased. Police are now working to understand the full circumstances of what has occurred. A scene examination continues at the property and surrounding area this morning. A post mortem examination will also take place. As part of our enquiries we will be speaking with a number of people. Police would like to hear from anyone who might have information about what has occurred, or who saw anything unusual in the area yesterday afternoon or evening.

https://www.miragenews.com/update-suspicious-death-titahi-bay-1043129/

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Turning Point USA contributor Erin Elmore joins Sky News host Rita Panahi to discuss Disney's new 'woke' Snow White actress, Biden's Hawaii fires response and trans activists crashing a women's rally.

https://www.theaustralian.com.au/commentary/joe-biden-appears-intent-on-destroying-america/video/6384f4487a8a02f7b144797fa0c82ca8

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We need China as much as they need us, says Lead Edge Capital's Mitchell Green https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKAFBWkKh6I - CNBC Television

http://klse.i3investor.com/web/blog/detail/kianweiaritcles/2023-08-10-story-h-242936670-We_need_China_as_much_as_they_need_us_says_Lead_Edge_Capital_s_Mitchell

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Nan Shan Life Insurance Co. Ltd. decreased its stake in shares of Johnson & Johnson ( NYSE:JNJ – Free Report ) by 30.6% in the first quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 105,464 shares of the company's stock after selling 46,588 shares during the quarter. Nan Shan Life Insurance Co. Ltd.'s holdings in Johnson & Johnson were worth $16,347,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the stock.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/09/03/nan-shan-life-insurance-co-ltd-sells-46588-shares-of-johnson-johnson-nysejnj.html

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PHNOM PENH : The Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training has set August 16 for a yearly negotiation concerning the 2024 minimum wage for employees in the textile, garment, footwear, travel goods and bag sectors. Minister Ith Samheng, who also chairs the National Council on Minimum Wage (NCMW), has invited trade unions in Cambodia to the pivotal meeting. Scheduled for August 16, the meeting is to take place at the ministry headquarters in Phnom Penh. The NCMW's third mandate, 2023-2024, will also be under discussion.

http://klse.i3investor.com/web/blog/detail/kianweiaritcles/2023-07-30-story-h-243922532-Cambodian_trade_unions_gear_up_for_minimum_wage_talks

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The importance of working together for the environment was highlighted today as Minister of Conservation Minister Willow-Jean Prime kicked off Conservation Week 2023 at a South Auckland stream restoration project "Puhinui Regeneration Project/Te Whakaoranga o te Puhinui is a great example of this year's Conservation Week theme, 'take action for nature' because it shows what we can achieve for the environment when we all work together," Willow-Jean Prime said. Minister Prime's tree planting at the Puhinui restoration event today is one of dozens scheduled around the country over Conservation Week.

https://www.miragenews.com/nz-gov-urges-kiwis-to-act-for-nature-in-1064700/

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Avalanche ( AVAX ) traded 1.8% higher against the US dollar during the one day period ending at 19:00 PM E.T. on June 4th. One Avalanche coin can now be bought for about $14.84 or 0.00054525 BTC on popular exchanges. Avalanche has a market capitalization of $5.11 billion and approximately $110.31 million worth of Avalanche was traded on exchanges in the last day. Over the last week, Avalanche has traded down 0.8% against the US dollar. Here is how other cryptocurrencies have performed over the last day: Cosmos (ATOM) traded up 1.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/06/04/avalanche-avax-price-tops-14-84-on-major-exchanges.html

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By Zufazlin Baharuddin KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market is expected to trade range-bound with a slight upside bias next week due to the expectation of lower production. Malaysian Rubber Glove Manufacturers Association's immediate past president Denis Low said there would be the usual stock replenishment activities while interest in more rubber stocking purchases would depend on weather conditions. bootstrap slideshow 'There have been sporadic rainfalls reported in some rubber-producing regions and this will reduce productivity and production,' he told Bernama.

https://www.bernama.com/en/business/news.php?id=2198892

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FILE - Jenson Brooksby, of the United States, hits a return to Denis Shapovalov, of Canada, at the Korea Open tennis tournament in Seoul, South Korea, Oct. 1, 2022. Brooksby tells The Associated Press he has accepted a provisional suspension from the International Tennis Integrity Agency after being accused of missing three doping tests in a 12-month period. Brooksby plans to go to arbitration. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man, File) FILE PHOTO;

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About The Study: This study found large increases in cannabis involvement in emergency department visits for traffic injury over time in Ontario, Canada, which may have accelerated following nonmedical cannabis commercialization. Although the frequency of visits was rare, they may reflect broader changes in cannabis-impaired driving. Greater prevention efforts, including targeted education and policy measures, in regions with legal cannabis are indicated. Authors: Daniel T. Myran, M.D., M.P.H., of the University of Ottawa in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, is the corresponding author.

https://www.miragenews.com/cannabis-related-traffic-injuries-rise-after-1078946/

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Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a woman missing from Hawkesbury area. Monique Dehn, aged 32, was last seen on Bells Line of Road, Bilpin, about 9.40pm on Monday (14 August 2023). When she did not return and was unable to be contacted or located, officers attached to Hawkesbury Police Area Command commenced an immediate search around the area on Monday (14 August 2023). Police and family hold serious concerns for her welfare due to her medical condition. Monique is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 180cm-185cm tall, with medium build, brown hair and brown eyes.

https://www.miragenews.com/police-appeal-to-locate-woman-missing-from-1065518/

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First Trust Dividend Strength ETF ( NASDAQ:FTDS – Get Rating ) was the recipient of a large growth in short interest during the month of May. As of May 31st, there was short interest totalling 6,100 shares, a growth of 24.5% from the May 15th total of 4,900 shares. Based on an average daily trading volume, of 2,800 shares, the short-interest ratio is presently 2.2 days. First Trust Dividend Strength ETF Stock Performance FTDS traded down $0.12 during trading on Friday, reaching $42.01. The stock had a trading volume of 503 shares, compared to its average volume of 3,017.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/06/17/first-trust-dividend-strength-etf-nasdaqftds-short-interest-update.html

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PCJ Investment Counsel Ltd. lifted its stake in shares of Manulife Financial Co. ( NYSE:MFC – Get Rating ) (TSE:MFC) by 55.6% in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 166,021 shares of the financial services provider's stock after acquiring an additional 59,340 shares during the quarter. Manulife Financial makes up approximately 1.3% of PCJ Investment Counsel Ltd.'s holdings, making the stock its 28th biggest position.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/05/23/pcj-investment-counsel-ltd-buys-59340-shares-of-manulife-financial-co-nysemfc.html

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La Salle has been on a tear in the FilOil EcoOil Preseason Cup, but new coach Topex Robinson knows exactly what that means at this point of the Green Archers' campaign. 'At any time, this could really flip,' he told the Inquirer when asked about his charges' unbeaten run, which has stretched to six games on Monday after a 107-86 rout of National University at San Juan Arena. 'We just keep on building in the hope of having a solid foundation,' he added. Robinson, who was appointed to the La Salle head coaching post at the turn of the year, stressed that the ultimate goal is to put together a sustainable basketball program while instilling humility within its corners.

https://sports.inquirer.net/511322/la-salle-builds-path-toward-north-star-in-preseason

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Blue Bird Co. ( NASDAQ:BLBD – Get Rating ) was the target of a significant increase in short interest in the month of April. As of April 15th, there was short interest totalling 564,600 shares, an increase of 36.2% from the March 31st total of 414,500 shares. Approximately 2.8% of the company's shares are short sold. Based on an average trading volume of 186,000 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is currently 3.0 days. Insider Activity In other Blue Bird news, Director Phil Horlock sold 14,749 shares of the business's stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, March 8th.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/04/30/short-interest-in-blue-bird-co-nasdaqblbd-rises-by-36-2.html

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Milk products are displayed in the dairy aisle of a discount store in central Seoul on Monday. The Korea Dairy Committee resumed price-setting negotiations for raw milk prices the same day. [YONHAP]

https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/640/0000041162?sid=101

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