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What is South-South cooperation, and can it be the gateway to a fairer world?
[ad_1] In practical terms, South-South cooperation is a process whereby developing countries – regardless of their actual geographical location – seek to achieve their individual or shared development goals through the exchange of knowledge, skills, and resources, in partnerships involving governments, regional organisations, civil society, academia, and the private sector. The experiences and goals of […]
Procore Championship: Scottie Scheffler’s streak of rounds in the 60s ends as US Ryder Cup players tee it up | Golf News
[ad_1] Scottie Scheffler had to settle for a round in the 70s for the first time since June while Ben Griffin carded an eight-under 64 to sit in a share of second place as 10 of the US Ryder Cup team teed it up in round one of the Procore Championship. All but two of […]
'Clash of the civilisations ideology ramping up the potential for escalatory war around the world'
[ad_1] In the wake of Israel’s attempt to kill the political leaders of Hamas, the UN Security Council has condemned the strikes on Qatar’s capital Doha. Although, they did did not mention Israel in the statement agreed to by all 15 members. For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective, François Picard welcomes Ben Lorber, Author […]
Personalized brain stimulation shows benefit for depression
[ad_1] Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain A more precise and personalized form of electric brain stimulation may be a more effective and faster treatment for people with moderate to major depression compared to other similar treatments, according to a UCLA Health study. The study, published in JAMA Network Open, examined the effectiveness of a noninvasive brain […]
County Championship: Surrey lead cut after draw with Warwickshire
[ad_1] Heavy afternoon rain had the final say at The Oval as title favourites Surrey were forced to accept a draw against Warwickshire that cuts their lead over Nottinghamshire at the top of the County Championship to a single point. Surrey set Warwickshire 390 to win in 76 overs after declaring their second innings on […]
Alleged drug-smuggling boat from Venezuela was turning back when hit, sources say
[ad_1] Washington — An alleged drug-trafficking boat that was destroyed last week by the U.S. military appeared to be turning around when it was hit, according to two people familiar with the matter. The individuals onboard saw the military aircraft overhead and then attempted to turn back before the U.S. repeatedly hit the boat, one […]
Richard Montague: Swansea City director of football leaves club
[ad_1] Director of football Richard Montague has left Swansea City just seven months after he joined the Championship club. Montague exited a similar role at League Two club Notts County to take up what is a key position at Swansea in February. But Montague has now departed with the club stating the move came after […]
World News in Brief: Afghan quake update, diplomacy continues to end Sudan war, UN honours victims of 9/11
[ad_1] Women and children face heightened risks, while operational challenges – including restrictions on female UN staff – threaten life-saving relief efforts. The twin quakes, measuring 6.0 and 6.2, struck on 31 August and 4 September, flattening entire villages in Kunar, Nangarhar, Laghman and Nuristan provinces. Mountainous terrain and landslides blocked key roads, leaving air […]
Cataract surgery on both eyes can be carried out safely and effectively in one go, studies indicate
[ad_1] Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain The results of two new studies show that it can be safe, effective and practical for most patients to have cataract surgery on both eyes in one day. Both studies were presented at the 43rd Congress of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS). The first study, by […]
Super League: Leeds Rhinos 8-16 Catalans Dragons
[ad_1] Leeds: Miller; Hall, Newman, Simpson, Hankinson; Croft, Sinfield; Oledzki, O’Connor, Jenkins, Gannon, McDonnell, Palasia. Interchanges: Watkins, Bentley, Lisone, Holroyd. Catalans: Aispuro-Bichet; Makinson, Cotric, Smith, Yaha; Keary, Fages; Dezaria, Tison, Navarrete, Sims, Sironen, Garcia. Interchanges: Bousquet, Satae, Seguier, Zenon. Referee: Jack Smith. [ad_2] Source link