Canadian Food Inspection Agency Consumers are increasingly knowledgeable about food labels, and labelling is one of the most important and direct ways for the industry to share information. All food sold in Canada must be properly labelled in a way that is not false or misleading, including origin indications. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has launched a consultation with consumers and other interested stakeholders to obtain feedback on how to label the origin of imported food from contested territories.

https://www.miragenews.com/canadian-food-inspection-agency-consults-on-1043941/

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We are deeply shocked by the high number of killings over the past week in Brazil, where at least 45 people were killed in different parts of the country during police operations allegedly aimed at combatting drug trafficking and organised crime. These figures make it one of the bloodiest weeks in many years. These killings follow other cases of police violence and alleged extrajudicial executions reported in recent years in circumstances that were never fully clarified and those responsible were not held to account.

https://www.miragenews.com/un-rights-office-condemns-killings-in-brazil-1059773/

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(VOVWORLD) - Both Vietnam and Israel have ample room to raise bilateral trade to 3-4 billion USD in the coming time when the signed Free Trade Agreement (VIFTA) comes into force. Representatives of more than 150 Vietnamese and Israeli businesses attend the Vietnam-Israel Business Forum 2023 in Hanoi on August 16. (Photo: congthuong.vn) Addressing the Vietnam-Israel Business Forum that brought together 150 leading businesses of the two countries, Vietnamese Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien praised the growing ties between the two countries, especially in trade and economy.

https://vovworld.vn/en-US/news/vietnam-israel-aim-to-raise-bilateral-trade-to-4-billion-usd-1224096.vov

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A downed tree lies against a home at Shady Grove Mobile Home Park in Charlotte, N.C., Monday, Aug. 7, 2023. Thousands of U.S. flights have been canceled or delayed as forecasts warn of destructively strong storms, including tornadoes, hail and lightning. (Sean Mcinnis/The Charlotte Observer via AP) MANDATORY CREDIT; AXIOS OUT

https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/077/0006003263?sid=104

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Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) shoots over Indiana Pacers forward Isaiah Jackson (22) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Indianapolis, Monday, March 27, 2023. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/077/0005899105?sid=104

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LOOK: The performers from the Sugat Kabanhawan Festival of Minglanilla during the Ritual Showdown of the Pasigarbo sa Sugbo 2023 at Carcar City. | CDN Digital Photo by Christian Dave Cuizon CEBU CITY, Philippines – Online votes will no longer be part of the criteria that will determine the winners of the recently concluded Pasigarbo sa Sugbo . The provincial government announced on Wednesday, August 30, 2023, that mayors agreed on scrapping online votes as part of the criteria for judging this year's Pasigarbo winners.

https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/524786/pasigarbo-update-re-computed-results-to-be-revealed-on-sept-6

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BitcoinBR ( BTCBR ) traded up 24.8% against the dollar during the 1-day period ending at 15:00 PM Eastern on August 27th. In the last week, BitcoinBR has traded 54.5% higher against the dollar. One BitcoinBR token can now be bought for $0.0000 or 0.00000000 BTC on major exchanges. BitcoinBR has a total market cap of $2,244.48 and $129.06 worth of BitcoinBR was traded on exchanges in the last day. Here is how other cryptocurrencies have performed in the last day: KILT Protocol (KILT) traded 3% lower against the dollar and now trades at $0.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/08/27/bitcoinbr-self-reported-market-capitalization-hits-2244-48-btcbr.html

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Werrimull's Stefanie Johns boots the ball during the Magpies' semi-final win over Cardross. Picture: Meagan Verstappen

https://www.sunraysiadaily.com.au/football/6199132/flag-dream-fireshungry-lions

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TUMPAT: Schools that will be used as polling centres during the upcoming six state elections are fully prepared to facilitate the process, said Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. She said in general, the schools involved were prepared in terms of physical infrastructure and facilities. "Once the dissolution of the state assemblies in the six states is announced, the ministry will collaborate closely with the Election Commission to make necessary arrangements. "We are accustomed to facing state or general elections, so I don't think we have any problems.

http://klse.i3investor.com/web/blog/detail/savemalaysia/2023-06-15-story-h-267810083-Schools_ready_to_be_used_as_polling_centres_for_state_polls_says_Fadhli

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From flamenco guitars to Beethoven reborn, venues across Lake Macquarie will come to life with a bumper performing arts season. Lifelong Learning and Audience Engagement Coordinator Kirrily Anderson is encouraging the community to get out and enjoy live theatre and arts. "Our local theatres are bringing high quality performances to the stage. It's a great opportunity to get your culture fix right here in Lake Mac," she said. For live theatre enthusiasts, The Sunshine Club is stopping by Warners Bay Theatre on 3 August as part of their national tour.

https://www.miragenews.com/bumper-season-in-wings-for-lake-mac-arts-scene-1057519/

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HARARE - Acclaimed Zimbabwean novelist Tsitsi Dangarembga was acquitted on Monday by the country's High Court for staging an anti-government protest in 2020, for which she had initially received a six-month suspended jail sentence and a fine. Dangarembga was found guilty by a lower court in 2022 on charges of participating in a public gathering with intent to incite public violence while breaking COVID-19 protocols, after a protest criticising the government's efforts to deal with corruption and a struggling economy in July 2020.

http://klse.i3investor.com/web/blog/detail/kianweiaritcles/2023-05-09-story-h-271450383-Zimbabwe_prize_winning_novelist_acquitted_over_anti_government_protest

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CITY OF SAN FERNANDO — The Ombudsman of the Philippines Samuel Martires has dismissed graft and administrative charges against former City of San Fernando Mayor Edwin Santiago due to lack of probable cause and substantial evidence in the overpricing of relief goods given during the pandemic lockdown. Martires also cleared seven other officials, 10 administrative aides and three private contractors in a joint resolution signed last Feb. 3 and obtained by the Inquirer last Friday (March 17). Former village chief Melchor Caluag, accompanied by then Local Government Undersecretary for barangay affairs Martin Diño, filed the cases on June 19, 2020 following an investigation by the Sangguniang Panglunsod (SP) into unspent funds amounting to P20 million.

https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1745044/ombudsman-clears-ex-mayor-7-execs-in-covid-19-aid-mess

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Dementia Action Week (18-24 September 2023) is a national awareness-raising campaign that challenges common misconceptions about dementia. Dementia impacts almost half a million Australians and with Australia's ageing population, this number is estimated to more than double over the next four decades. It is now the leading cause of disease burden for Australians aged 65 years and older. While ageing is the biggest risk factor for dementia, it is not a normal part of ageing. The theme 'Act Now for a Dementia-Friendly Future', emphasises the importance of building awareness and acceptance of dementia in the community.

https://www.miragenews.com/act-now-for-dementia-friendly-future-this-1086019/

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MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) on Tuesday said that the arrival of donated COVID-19 bivalent vaccines is currently 'on hold,' as the agreement with COVAX, the vaccine manufacturer, contains conditions that still need to be studied. According to DOH officer-in-charge Maria Rosario Vergeire, the said agreement for the donated vaccines is being studied by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Office of the Solicitor General (OSG) because of conditions it contains such as immunity from liability and requiring the country to have indemnification.

https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1749278/arrival-of-covid-19-bivalent-vaccines-on-hold

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Numeraire ( NMR ) traded 0.7% lower against the US dollar during the 1-day period ending at 9:00 AM Eastern on June 18th. During the last week, Numeraire has traded 0.6% lower against the US dollar. One Numeraire token can now be purchased for approximately $12.05 or 0.00045406 BTC on exchanges. Numeraire has a market cap of $75.47 million and approximately $1.98 million worth of Numeraire was traded on exchanges in the last day. Here's how similar cryptocurrencies have performed during the last day: KILT Protocol (KILT) traded down 1.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/06/18/numeraire-nmr-achieves-market-cap-of-75-47-million.html

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We have repeatedly said that Philippine stocks are attractive because local companies are fundamentally strong and are trading at very cheap valuations. Right now, the PSEi index is trading at 10.6X P/E, which is more than two standard deviations below its 10-year average of 16.3X. However, stocks remain weak due to the abundance of uncertainties that remain to this day. Here are some: Rising PH inflation—only temporary? As feared, inflation stopped trending lower in August, increasing to 5.

https://business.inquirer.net/422781/uncertainties-preventing-stocks-from-going-up

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DEALING ROOM. Paul Favila (center) with his longtime tribe: Citi Philippines markets team. —Contributed photo He is almost reluctant to discuss his dream for the Philippines, fearing that some people may think he's a nut case. But in his heart, Paul Favila, Citi Philippines' first Filipino CEO in 35 years, believes that this country has what it takes to be a regional financial center. All we need is to invest more in transport infrastructure to better connect the archipelago with the rest of the world, the 51-year-old banker tells the media.

https://business.inquirer.net/416976/why-not-ph-can-be-the-next-financial-hub

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U.S. Capital Wealth Advisors LLC lowered its position in shares of Alcoa Co. (NYSE:AA – Free Report) by 25.7% in the first quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 9,843 shares of the industrial products company's stock after selling 3,397 shares during the quarter. U.S. Capital Wealth Advisors LLC's holdings in Alcoa were worth $419,000 at the end of the most recent quarter. A number of other hedge funds have also made changes to their positions in AA.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/08/31/u-s-capital-wealth-advisors-llc-has-419000-holdings-in-alcoa-co-nyseaa.html

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Status ( SNT ) traded 0.9% higher against the US dollar during the 1 day period ending at 9:00 AM E.T. on July 4th. One Status token can currently be purchased for $0.0240 or 0.00000077 BTC on major exchanges. Status has a market capitalization of $92.53 million and approximately $1.63 million worth of Status was traded on exchanges in the last 24 hours. In the last week, Status has traded 2.2% higher against the US dollar. Here's how similar cryptocurrencies have performed in the last 24 hours: Toncoin (TON) traded 3% lower against the dollar and now trades at $1.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/07/04/status-price-reaches-0-0240-snt.html

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