Europe Malta The heating debate on overtourism must not become an argument against tourists or the tourism industry, Prime Minister Abela warned, or the sector would risk "a mortal blow"
Asia South Korea A new approach to trade in five main areas - supply chain, vaccines, carbon neutrality and climate change, technology based trade and digital trade - has been outlined in a bid to maximise national interests
America Antigua and Barbuda A workshop with participants from eight maritime-related organizations addressed the issue of enhancing security at the country's ports of entry
Africa Ivory Coast Successful television presenter Yves de Mbella was given a 12-month suspended prison sentence for advocating rape and insulting morals after he received as a guest a repentant former rapist
Europe Denmark Nearly half of pupils on school patrols have experienced hostility from road users; a campaign next week will raise awareness on hostility while helping their peers cross the road safely on their way to school
Asia Jordan Archaeologists from Yarmouk University discovered a group of tombs dating back to the late Roman and early Byzantine period in the archaeological site of Queiba, Irbid; he largest tomb contains 33 niches
Europe Spain Remote working is bringing life back to rural villages, as small communities are trying to attract residents with initiatives focused on improving internet connectivity and low-cost renewable energy
Europe Sweden ABBA has unveiled its 'Voyage' project, marking the band's comeback after almost 40 years: two new songs will be released soon, an album in November and a mixed live and digital concert in a purpose-built arena in spring 2022
Asia Cambodia Requests for press passes from journalists interested in covering the voter registration and verification process for next June's municipal elections will soon be opened by the The National Election Committee
Asia Bahrain Major campaign to raise awareness of childhood cancer, its symptoms and the importance of early diagnosis has begun, with initiatives throughout September
Europe Kosovo Visits to prisoners have been suspended, notwithstanding 90% of them has reportedly been vaccinated against Covid-19
America Argentina The Minister of Foreign Affairs stated that Chile is appropriating part of a continental shelf that belongs to Argentina, creating political tensions between the two nations
Asia Nepal The country has begun preparations for the safety audit of the local aviation sector that ICAO, the organism of the International Civil Aviation Organization, is expected to conduct next April
Africa Cape Verde The mayor of Porto Novo has called for "a profound restructuring" of the municipal financing framework, in particular of the statute of municipalities, as few can be considered "financially sustainable"