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800 Russia-linked Zombie Trusts Discovered In A Country
7 A unique situation has arisen because of US sanctions. In Liechtenstein, about 800 legal structures linked to Russian assets are in a "frozen state" - formally they exist, but actually do not function due to the lack of management. As Financial...

Macron begins state visit to UK amid migrant crisis
A state visit by French President Emmanuel Macron got under way outside London on Tuesday, as British royals joined their visitors for the countries' national anthems in the sunlit grounds of Windsor Castle. Artillery fired a 41-gun salute when Mr...

Cardiff City wonderkid Ronan Kpakio could save the Bluebirds millions - Craig Bellamy is a fan
As Cardiff City prepare for their first campaign in English football's third-tier in more than 20 years after suffering relegation at the end of the 2024/25 Championship campaign, an increased emphasis is poised to be thrust upon the emerging crop...

From Emissions to Opportunities: A policy framework for Ghana’s carbon market transition by CERPA
Introduction Climate change refers to the long-term shift in weather patterns, occurring in increasingly unusual ways and primarily driven by human activities such as pollution and deforestation (IPCC, 2007). These activities release greenhouse...

Trump threatens new tariffs, moves deadline again. Will deals get done?
It’s by now a well-known part of President Donald Trump’s deal playbook: Set an arbitrary deadline and intimidate those who don’t meet it. But this week, he may be testing the limits of that strategy. As his Wednesday deadline was approaching for...

UK tourists in Spain with blue or burgundy passports warned over '10-year-rule'
Millions of Brits will be jetting off to Spain this year, with the promise of warm weather and sandy beaches. However, an expert is warning UK tourists not to make one passport error which could ruin your holiday. Kylie, known as...

India Now Negotiates From Power, Now Not Vulnerable
this is no extra a vulnerable india underneath congress and UPA government which could negotiate and make agreements which had been not in our national pursuits, Union commerce minister Piyush Goyal said on Saturday. In a post on X social media...

Pro AV Newsmakers: Acquisitions, Acquisitions, and Yep... More Acquisitions
The second half of 2025 started off with major acquisition news in the Pro AV world. It came at us pretty quickly, closing out June and starting up July with early fireworks. Let's get you caught up with what you may have missed. 3G Productions...

Elon Musk hints at his next business venture
After a year of losses, Elon Musk has revealed details about his new business venture. The Tesla founder sees a promising future in drone production, positioning himself as a new threat to China, which currently dominates the sector. The European...

Full list of Spain travel advice and safety alerts tourists need to know right now
09:39 ET, 07 Jul 2025Updated 09:41 ET, 07 Jul 2025 Spain is a premier vacation spot worldwide, known for its Mediterranean climate, mouth-watering cuisine, and historical landmarks. Compared to other popular tourist destinations, Spain often...

Full list of Spain travel advice including entry requirements, safety and laws
12:32, 07 Jul 2025 Spain is a top holiday destination globally, boasting a Mediterranean climate, delectable cuisine and historical sites. Compared to other tourist hotspots, Spain is often seen as a cost-effective choice. The European nation is...

New Zealand v France live streams: How to watch Saturday’s first Test
Watch a New Zealand v France live stream as two of the most iconic sides in world rugby go head-to-head in Dunedin. – Date: Saturday 5 July 2025 – Kick-off time: 8:05am BST / 9.05am CET / 7.05pm NZST (local) – TV channels: Sky Sports/Now (UK),...

German Pianist Colin Pütz Awarded the 2025 Prix Serdang Swiss Piano Prize
The 2025 Prix Serdang Swiss Piano Prize was awarded to 18-year-old German pianist Colin Pütz at the Villa Serdang in Feldbrunnen near Solothurn, Switzerland. Established in 2022, the Prix Serdang is a 50,000 CHF award that supports and invests in...

Payment Tech: Enhancing Fan Experiences and Boosting Economy
From contactless payments to secure online ticketing, payment technology is playing a pivotal role in shaping major events like the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025. In his guest commentary for finews.first, Santosh Ritter, Country Manager Switzerland &...

RTL Group to acquire Sky Deutschland – and the strategy behind it
In an unexpected move, RTL Group today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire German pay-TV broadcaster Sky Deutschland. The transaction, which has been approved by the Board of Directors of RTL Group, is subject to...

Bob Edwards: Rocket’s Red Glare
As this issue hits the streets, Sonoma and the entire nation is preparing to celebrate yet another bombs-bursting-in-air Fourth of July, replete with exuberant flag-waving, bands, parades, fireworks, speechifying and wine, until dawn’s early...

NIFL Charity Shield - all you need to know
Image caption, Cahal McGinty of Dungannon Swifts in action against Linfield's Matthew Fitzpatrick Richard Petrie BBC Sport NI Journalist In recent years, the NIFL Charity Shield has been re-established as part of Northern Ireland's domestic...

Carter Vickers Celtic injury latest as star sees recovery timeline set after surgery
Cameron Carter-Vickers is on course to be fit for the start of the coming campaign despite undergoing knee surgery earlier this summer. Record Sport revealed earlier this week that the American international has been left to train on his own at...

RTL Group agrees to acquire Sky Deutschland in €150m deal
RTL Group, the international commercial broadcasting giant, has agreed to acquire German pay-TV broadcaster Sky Deutschland for approximately €150 million ($175.6 million). The businesses will merge to create a unified brand with around 11.5...

RTL Group acquires Sky Deutschland in €150 million deal
RTL said that the new business will be well-positioned to "meet evolving consumer demands and compete with global streamers" RTL is to acquire Sky Deutschland to create a brand with around 11.5 million paying subscribers. Sky Deutschland is...