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Middle East Tensions Rise With Houthis-Israel Standoff

Oilprice.com 

Tensions in the Middle East ratcheted up again this weekend with Israel and the Iran-aligned Houthi movement in Yemen trading strikes and attempts at strikes.   In the early morning trade in Europe, both major oil benchmarks, WTI Crude and Brent Crude, were trading slightly higher. Over the weekend, the crisis in the Middle East escalated once more after the Israeli military deployed fighter jets to strike Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, for the first time since the Israel–Hamas war erupted last October. Читать дальше...

Non-alcohol is the only market segment with positive momentum in several markets including India - IWSR

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

The non-alcohol market segment is experiencing growth due to an increase in no-alcohol drinkers in key markets like India, China, the UK, and the US. Non-alcoholic beverage categories such as beer, wine, and spirits showed significant volume surges. The trend is driven by a shift towards healthier choices, diverse product offerings, and regulatory pressures, leading to long-term lifestyle changes and the emergence of new beverage categories catering to all generations of consumers.

Trespassers on the track ‘every half hour’

Railnews.co.uk 

Network Rail has revealed that there was a case of trespassing on the railway every half hour on average in the year to 5 April, and that the total number of incidents reported was more than 19,300. Compared with the previous year, the number of accumulated delay minutes rose by 15 per cent last year, making trespass one of the biggest causes of late running. Trespass is almost twice as likely to happen during the summer months, because more than three out of five incidents were recorded then.

Rising FPI inflows keep the Indian Rupee in a manageable range of ₹82 to ₹83.5/USD in FY24, Says Economic Survey

Business Standard 

India witnessed positive net foreign portfolio investment (FPI) inflows in FY24 of USD 44.1 billion, supported by strong economic growth, a stable business environment, and increased investor confidence, as per Economic Survey 2023-24 tabled in Parliament on Monday. Rising FPI inflows kept the Indian Rupee in a manageable range of ₹82 to ₹83.5/USD in FY24. The Rupee emerged as the least volatile currency among its emerging market peers and a few advanced economies in FY24. The shock absorbers of Indias external sector - forex reserves... Читать дальше...

The Health NZ problems

Scoop 

Shane Reti announced: In response to serious concerns around oversight, overspend and a significant deterioration in financial outlook, the Board of Health New Zealand will be replaced with a Commissioner, Health Minister Dr Shane Reti announced today.  “The previous government’s botched health reforms have created significant financial challenges at Health NZ that, without urgent action, […]

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Scientists May Have Stopped a Form of Inherited Blindness in Dogs

Drugs.com 

MONDAY, July 22, 2024 -- In her youth, Shola, an English Shepherd Dog, was a member of the Edale Mountain Rescue Team, a corps of U.K. pooches charged with helping hurt and stranded hikers. But Shola was retired as part of the Rescue Team after a...

Bengaluru: Microsoft engineer drives Namma Yatri auto on weekends to overcome loneliness

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

A Bengaluru resident's social media post reveals that a Microsoft engineer drives an auto-rickshaw on weekends to combat loneliness. The post, showing the engineer in his company hoodie while driving, has sparked discussions about the need for social interaction in high-pressure jobs. Reactions online range from empathy to reflections on the broader implications of technology and professional isolation.

Harris praises Biden's ‘unmatched' record as she looks to lock up the Democratic bid

NBCwashington.com 

FILE - Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif. is seen on Capitol Hill, Jan. 10, 2017, in Washington. She's already broken barriers, and now Vice President Harris could soon become the first Black woman to head a major party's presidential ticket after President Joe Biden's ended his reelection bid. The 59-year-old Harris was endorsed by Biden on Sunday, July 21, after he stepped aside amid widespread concerns about the viability of his candidacy.

Prenatal Exposure to Zika Virus Might Affect Child's Immune System

Drugs.com 

MONDAY, July 22, 2024 -- Children exposed to Zika virus in the womb might suffer long-term damage to their immune system, a new study warns.Zika virus is known to cause microcephaly, brain disabilities and other birth defects in about 5% of...

India should plug into China's supply chain; FDI to benefit from China+1

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

To leverage the China plus one strategy, India must focus on FDI, enhancing electronic exports, and drawing lessons from Mexico and Vietnam. Key concerns include a $85 billion trade deficit, de-globalisation, economic coercion, policy choices, Chinese FDI in East Asia, and shifts in US-Europe sourcing. Risks involve China’s blockade on solar equipment, impacting EMDEs.