Asia Turkey Ankara is preparing for NATO Summit scheduled for 7–8 July 2026, the second hosted by Turkey with the one in Istanbul in 2004; this year's non-NATO guest list comprises East-Asian and Pacific powers, the absence of the central Asian block stands out
Africa Cape Verde The Oceanographic Centre in Mindelo is hosting a travelling exhibition on cetaceans - whales, dolphins and porpoises - created as part of the MARCET ll project, which aims at promoting the conservation of cetacean populations resident in Macaronesia
Africa Cameroon Frictions have emerged over the demarcation of the border between Cameroon and Nigeria, with Cameroonian residents reporting to the authorities what they consider to be changes and shifts in boundary markings on the border
Europe Albania A UNECE study by Nevton Kodhelaj of Tirana Polytechnic University examines the characteristics of geothermal areas in Albania, their potential for direct use and the importance of adopting UNFC standards
America Saint Vincent and the Grenadines From 15 to 22 July, the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Squash Association will host the 2023 Junior Caribbean Area Squash Association Championships
America Brazil The country has implemented its cryptocurrency regulation, with the central bank as the primary supervisor of the crypto economy; the move aims at preventing scams, at regaining trust, and positioning Brazil as a global leader in crypto regulation
Europe Liechtenstein From 3 July to 1 September, employees of Vaduz Medienhaus AG will present a daily tip for summer excursions
Asia Cyprus Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP), not transmissible to humans, is estimated to have killed 300.000 cats, both home and stray, in Cyprus in recent months; a type of feline coronavirus, it could kill cat populations across the world if it continues to sp
Africa Guinea-Bissau A study by Association of Professional Women Journalists of Guinea-Bissau has revealed that the situation of women journalists is extremely precarious, compromised by lack of autonomy, financial security and threats to freedom of press and expression
Europe Denmark Denmark's military clout will become much more evident, with 143 billion kroner (over € 191 million) budgeted on defence over the next decade; the decision is supported by a large parliamentary majority
Europe Croatia Jadrolinija's legendary ferry 'Tijat' has been retired after 68 years of service; built in 1955 at the Split shipyard, it was one of the oldest ferries to sail on the Adriatic coast
Europe Slovenia Coalition parties removed key healthcare reform bill from the agenda of upcoming parliamentary session due to heavy criticism from data protection commissioner and parliament's own legal service for a careless use of sensitive personal data
America Canada The Bank of Canada has raised its benchmark borrowing rate to 5%, the highest since April 2001, despite the economy performing better than most forecasts predicted; some economists don't believe this hike was necessary
Africa Sudan The closure of the country's airspace has been extended until 31 July, due to ongoing clashes, in the seventh extension by the Sudanese Aviation Authority; only humanitarian aid and evacuation flights will be exempt from the closure