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South Korean investigators search in factory ruins after fire killed 23, mostly Chinese migrants

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

Forensic and other experts are combing through the charred ruins of a factory building near South Korea’s capital to find the cause of a fire that killed 23 people, mostly Chinese migrant workers. It was one of the country's deadliest blazes in years. More than 100 people were working at the factory in Hwaseong city, just south of Seoul, when the fire started. Security cameras showed smoke engulfing the worksite soon after sparks were detected from a site where lithium batteries were stored. The... Читать дальше...

Odisha govt asks collectors to be prepared for possible flood situation

Business Standard 

The Odisha government has asked all district collectors and municipal commissioners to remain fully prepared for probable flood situation in the monsoon season. In a letter to all collectors and municipal commissioners, Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) Satyabrata Sahu on Monday said IMD has forecasted that an intense spell of rainfall due to active monsoon would occur throughout the state from June 26. "As a result, there may be instances of flash floods, flood like situation, waterlogging and landslides at different locations. Читать дальше...

Book review: Rules of Civility by Amor Towles

Cyprus Mail 

By Philippa Tracy When my book club chose this book, I was less than enthusiastic. Towels’ 2016 novel, A Gentleman in Moscow, was recently turned into a TV series on Paramount +, starring Ewan McGregor. I have not watched it because I really did not enjoy the novel. However, I am very happy to report […]

Bulgaria Will Not Tolerate North Macedonia's Anti-European Path, Says Peevski

Sofia News Agency 

"The newly elected Prime Minister of North Macedonia has chosen confrontation and the trampling of European principles," stated Delyan Peevski, chairman of the Movement for Rights and Freedoms (DPS), in a message published on the party's website. Peevski criticized the Prime Minister's intent to deviate the country from its Euro-Atlantic path, promoting enmity and hatred against European Bulgaria. Peevski pointed out that the refusal to implement the agreement with Bulgaria, which requires the inclusion... Читать дальше...

K Suresh: All you need to know about INDIA bloc's candidate for Lok Sabha speaker post

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Kodikunnil Suresh, a prominent figure in Indian politics affiliated with the Indian National Congress, has served as a Member of Parliament (MP) for seven consecutive terms. Born on June 4, 1962, in Kodikunnil, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, he emerged from a humble background as the youngest son of Kunjan and Thankamma. Suresh pursued his education at Mar Ivanios College and Government Law College, Thiruvananthapuram, attaining a Bachelor of Laws degree.

Best dressed at Vogue World Paris 2024: From Joey King to Pharrell Williams, all the stunning and unique ensem - Daily Mail

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  1. Best dressed at Vogue World Paris 2024: From Joey King to Pharrell Williams, all the stunning and unique ensem  Daily Mail
  2. Models on horseback and footballers on the catwalk: Vogue World’s salute to Paris  The Guardian
  3. Vogue World After Party 2024: 10 Best dressed guests in Paris  HELLO!
  4. Vogue World celebrates sporty style as Sabrina Carpenter and Kendall Jenner walk in the Paris show  The Independent

South Africa risks losing billions pledged for climate finance

Engineeringnews.co.za 

South Africa is risking a $9.3-billion climate finance pact by delaying the closing of a number of coal-fired power plants, a panel appointed by the country’s environment minister said. In an agreement known as the Just Energy Transition Partnership, South Africa won the bulk of the pledges from some of the world’s richest nations in loans, grants and guarantees in 2021. They offered to help the country reduce its dependence on coal for power generation on condition it phased out a number of its older plants using the dirtiest fuel.