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Olympic boxing’s IBA is out, but matches are still scheduled for the Paris Games

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International Boxing Association’s participation in Olympic competitions is no longer recognized by the International Olympic Committee.

The International Boxing Association (IBA) has been expelled from the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for failing to finish changes including governance, finances, and ethical issues.

On Thursday, 69 members of the IOC voted in support of banishing the IBA, with only one member voting against it. Ten members didn’t participate in the voting.

The executive board, which is led by IOC President Thomas Bach, advocated the IOC’s decision two weeks ago, thus it seemed inevitable that it would be adopted.

However, boxing will continue to be an Olympic event at the 2024 Paris Games.

“We place a great priority on the boxing sport. Because of their administration, we have a very significant issue with IBA,” Bach informed the IOC members during their online meeting.

The IOC had issues with the IBA’s management, which included Russian and Uzbek presidents, as well as its financial support from the Russian government’s energy company, Gazprom, as well as the fairness of the competition and the judging.

“The boxers fully deserve to be governed by an international federation with integrity and transparency,” the IOC president declared.

National boxing federations chose Gafur Rakhimov as their head in 2018, defying IOC warnings. The Uzbek businessman was reportedly connected to heroin trafficking and organized crime. The choice of Umar Kremlev to succeed Rakhimov in 2020 came after yet another series of election-related IOC cautions that went unheeded.

Under Kremlev, the IBA’s debts of close to $20 million were paid off, and the IOC took issue with the boxing federation’s reliance on Gazprom, a Russian energy company.

The IBA was no longer backed by Gazprom, Kremlev said last month during the men’s world championships, and his language towards Olympic authorities became increasingly combative.

As it did for the Tokyo Games in 2021, the IOC is already in charge of organizing boxing competitions at the Paris Olympics without consulting the IBA.

It was unclear if boxers competing for national federations who continue to be IBA members would be considered eligible for the Paris competition.

Boxing’s inclusion in the Olympic program for the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles, which the IOC and Bach withheld as leverage against the IBA, may now be confirmed as a result of the action. Members were assured on Thursday that boxing is “guaranteed” to take place in Los Angeles.

The IOC may now cooperate with World Boxing, a rival organization founded this year with backing from authorities in the United States, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom, as the connection with the IBA has now come to an end.

The IBA may appeal the judgment to the Court of Arbitration for Sport after labelling it a “tremendous error” on Thursday.

The Lausanne-based IBA said in a statement that the expulsion was “catastrophic for global boxing” and “blatantly contradicts the IOC’s claims of acting in the best interests of boxing and athletes.”

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In the Canary Islands catastrophe, at least 30 migrants are thought dead

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According to two NGOs, more than 30 migrants may have perished after their boat capsized in the Atlantic Ocean off the Canary Islands.

Alarm Phone and Walking Borders reported that the boat was carrying about 60 passengers.

Authorities in Spain said that 24 people were saved, but they did not know how many passengers were on board. They also reported that rescuers discovered the dead of a man and a kid.

After a boat capsized off the coast of Greece last week, the tragedy has renewed attention focused on Europe’s handling of immigration.

While Alarm Phone reported 35 individuals missing, Helena Maleno Garzon of Walking Borders said that 39 people, including four women and a baby, had drowned. Both organizations keep an eye on migrant boats and take calls from passengers or their loved ones.

On Wednesday, the boat capsized around 100 miles (160 km) southeast of Gran Canaria.

“It’s torture to have 60 people, including six women and a baby, waiting for a rescue for more than 12 hours in a flimsy inflatable boat that can sink,” said Ms. Garzon.

According to Reuters, quoting Spanish official news agency EFE, a Spanish rescue service ship, the Guardamar Caliope, was just about an hour’s sail from the dinghy on Tuesday evening.

The mission had been taken over by Moroccan officials, who sent a patrol boat that arrived on Wednesday morning, 10 hours after it had been detected by a Spanish rescue plane, thus the ship did not assist the dinghy, according to Reuters.

The interior ministry of Morocco has received a request for response from the BBC.

The governor of the Canary Islands, Angel Victor Torres, termed the occurrence a “tragedy” and urged the EU to create a migration strategy that “offers coordinated and supportive responses” to the issue of migration.

The Canary Islands located off the western coast of Africa but are a part of Spain, and many migrants from Africa sail there in the aim of travelling to mainland Europe.

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The danger of mosquito-borne illnesses is rising across Europe

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Leading specialists warn that mosquitoes that spread diseases like dengue and chikungunya have entered new regions of Europe.

According to European experts, the circumstances for the insects have improved due to more frequent heatwaves, floods, and longer, warmer summers.

They are requesting improved mosquito prevention and control tactics.

They assert that in the absence of these, mosquito-borne illnesses will probably cause more sickness and fatalities.

The study, published by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC), monitors the spread of several mosquito species that are capable of transmitting a wide range of viruses to people.

These include dengue and Zika, which in the worst instances may leave individuals critically unwell and produce a variety of symptoms including fevers and muscular pains.

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The ECDC research claims that this year, compared to eight European nations a decade ago, the Aedes albopictus mosquito—known to transmit dengue and chikungunya—has “established” itself in 13 countries in Europe. This means it has grown a self-sustaining population and is reproducing.

Aedes aegypti, which can transmit illnesses including yellow fever, Zika, and West Nile virus, established itself in Cyprus last year, and scientists fear it may continue to spread to neighbouring nations.

“In recent years, we have observed a geographical spread of invasive mosquito species to previously unaffected areas in the EU/EEA,” said Andrea Ammon, head of the ECDC.

“If this keeps up, we may anticipate more instances and perhaps even fatalities from illnesses like dengue, chikungunya, and West Nile fever.

“Efforts need to concentrate on ways to control mosquito populations, improving surveillance and enforcing personal protective measures,” the report stated.

Healthcare professionals and the general public need to be more aware of the many diseases spread by mosquitoes, according to the ECDC.

Dengue, which is transmitted by daytime biting mosquitoes, can result in a fever, excruciating headache, pain behind the eyes, aching muscles and joints, and a blotchy rash.

Globally, the number of instances has increased in recent decades. It is endemic in more than 100 nations in the Western Pacific, South and South-East Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Most West Nile virus infections go unnoticed, but when it does, symptoms might include headaches, extreme fatigue, muscular pains, vomiting, rashes, and eye discomfort.

An sickness that affects the brain and can be deadly is more likely to impact older persons and those with compromised immune systems.

Along with headaches, muscular discomfort, and rashes, fever and joint pain are the chikungunya virus’ most typical symptoms.

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British packages delivered to Ireland have decreased by 68%

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Since Brexit, the postal service in the Republic of Ireland reports a 68% decrease in parcels from the United Kingdom.

The problem has been made worse by stricter EU regulations intended to stop tax evasion in e-commerce.

A Post claims that because of Ireland’s trade with the UK, no other EU nation experiences the same volume of non-EU shipments.

The UK Post Office’s intention to implement “the necessary IT for customs” has been hailed as “excellent news”

Prior to this, An Post said that well-known British retailers like M&S and River Island had partnered with them to offer a clear and straightforward “duty paid” option at the online checkout where customers could pay all VAT and customs fees up front.

However, it claimed that small businesses and private individuals were having problems because they were not aware of the “new complex data and tax requirements” that were in effect as of July 2021.

With regard to the new regulations, “An Post has no simple way of advising the personal customers or small businesses posting parcels to Ireland from outside the EU,” the corporation stated. “In contrast to parcels which are posted in bulk from large non-EU retailers, An Post can advise and assist with the new rules.”

Under the Northern Ireland Protocol, Northern Ireland would have had comparable issues, but because of a grace period, EU regulations were never applied to GB-NI shipments.

This grace period is basically made permanent by the Windsor Framework, albeit there will be some obligations for logistics businesses.

To monitor and control any risks of smuggling into the EU market, authorized parcel operators will be required to exchange data with the government.

By September 2024, such data-sharing procedure need to be established.

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Trucks become stalled in Sible Hedingham while travelling to the proposed asylum centre

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Three lorries suspected to be transporting movable structures for a potential refugee centre became stalled in an Essex village for almost five hours.

Between 07:30 and 13:30 BST, the cars were unable to pass at a pinch point near Sible Hedingham.

The Home Office aims to house 1,700 adult male migrants at MDP Wethersfield, and the locals were informed that the buildings were headed there.

According to a local, it demonstrated that the location was “inappropriate” for such a venture.

One of the lorry drivers said the constructions were a proposed health clinic and office space for the refugee complex, according to Alan MacKenzie, head of The Fields Association, a group that has fought against the exploitation of rural north Essex for government developments.

They were “poking out quite some distance” from the vehicles they were on and were roughly 4.2m (13.7ft) wide, he claimed.

The drivers became aware that a choke point was approaching that they would be unable to pass.

If the route was free of parked automobiles, Mr. MacKenzie said they “might have just made it through,” but it “would be tight.”

According to him, after police instructed locals to relocate their cars, additional people began to do so in order to “make a point,” and all of the lorries were halted in Rectory Lane to “await instructions.”

They eventually turned around and left.

“It is a medieval road network full of B roads and unclassified roads which are narrow and all terrible for getting wide loads through,” Mr MacKenzie said.

“The situation has just demonstrated what local residents have been saying to the government about the road system here.

“It shows it is inappropriate trying to put a very large operation on a remote airbase, the infrastructure around here cannot support such a large asylum centre.”

The Home Office said that it will construct a facility in Wethersfield, with the first immigrants coming in this summer. They would be housed in temporary housing while awaiting a verdict on their claim.

A spokesman said: “Delivering accommodation on surplus military sites will provide cheaper and more orderly, suitable accommodation for those arriving in small boats whilst helping to reduce the use of hotels.

“We are continuing to work extremely closely with local councils, the local NHS and police services, to manage any impact and address the local communities concerns, including through substantial financial support.”

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Titanic Sub Crew Dead After “Catastrophic Implosion”: US Coast Guard

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The recent incident involving the missing submersible, known as the Titan, and its crew members has resulted in a tragic outcome. According to the US Coast Guard, the five crew members aboard the Titan died due to a “catastrophic implosion” of their vessel. This conclusion was reached after examining debris found underwater, approximately 1,600 feet (488 meters) from the bow of the Titanic.

The missing craft, Titan, had garnered global fascination as numerous ships and aircraft were involved in the search efforts across an area of the North Atlantic twice the size of Connecticut. The submersible had lost contact with the Canadian research vessel Polar Prince on June 18, raising concerns about the crew’s diminishing oxygen supply.

During the search, unidentified sounds were detected, but they were not connected to the missing craft. The crew members aboard the Titan were identified as Hamish Harding of the UK, Paul-Henry Nargeolet of France, Stockton Rush of the United States, and Shahzada Dawood and Suleman Dawood of Pakistan. They were described as passionate explorers who had a deep love for the oceans.

The Titan, a 6.7-meter-long craft constructed from carbon fiber and titanium, was designed to carry a pilot and four crew members to a maximum depth of 4,000 meters (13,120 feet). It had systems in place to monitor the crew’s health and provide early warning in case of any issues during the dive.

OceanGate Expeditions, the operator of the mission, expressed their condolences to the families of the crew members and acknowledged their significant contributions to ocean exploration and conservation. The company offers expeditions to the Titanic site, allowing qualified explorers to join as mission specialists and support the scientific exploration of the historic shipwreck.

The loss of the Titan and its crew members is a tragic event, and the global community mourns their passing.

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Ukraine strikes Chonhar bridge to Crimea, says Russia

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According to Russian officials, Ukraine has launched an attack on a bridge that connects southern Ukraine to the Crimean peninsula using long-range British missiles. The two Chonhar bridges were both damaged, but there were no casualties reported. The governor of occupied Kherson, Vladimir Saldo, claimed that the attack was likely ordered by London and carried out using British Storm Shadow missiles. The bridge is a crucial route from Crimea to the front line in the south and serves as a significant link to the occupied city of Melitopol. Photographs shared by Vladimir Saldo revealed a significant hole in one of the bridges, but he assured that repairs would be made promptly and temporary alternative routes would be provided for vehicles.

Russia relies on this road as a land connection to Crimea, and Melitopol is believed to be one of the targets of Ukraine’s counter-offensive, which commenced in the southern region of Zaporizhzhia earlier this month. In 2014, Russian forces seized the Crimean peninsula from Ukraine and subsequently invaded Ukraine’s southern coastal region in February of the following year. Last autumn, Ukraine recaptured the Kherson region situated north of the Dnipro river. However, this month, the Kakhovka dam on the river was destroyed in a suspected Russian sabotage attack, which has impeded a Ukrainian offensive across the Dnipro.

Ukraine’s offensive has been progressing slowly, with the recapture of eight villages thus far. Russian forces have continued targeting Ukrainian cities, including residential areas in President Volodymyr Zelensky’s hometown of Kryvyih Rih and the southern port of Odesa. President Zelensky informed the Ukrainian people that intelligence services had received information about Russia planning a “scenario of a terrorist attack” on the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, which was seized during last year’s full-scale invasion. The plant, the largest in Europe, has all its reactors shut down; however, the United Nations’ atomic energy agency warned about the “extremely fragile” safety and security situation there. Water levels in the channel used to cool the reactors have decreased due to the destruction of the Kakhovka dam, and tensions have risen around the plant amid reports of Ukraine’s counter-offensive. The Kremlin swiftly dismissed President Zelensky’s comments as “another lie.”

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Pooja Mohan from India Emerges as SAJ Group Hotels and Resorts Mrs Glam World 2023 Winner

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SAJ Group Hotels and Resorts presents Mrs Glam World 2023 title is now owned by Indian beauty Pooja Mohan along with Bocharova Darya from Russia as first runner-up and Niraneeswary Paramasivam from Malaysia as second runner-up. The second edition of Mrs Glam World was conducted on June 21st at Le Meridien, Kochi. Pegasus Global Pvt Ltd, a prominent event production company in India, organized the remarkable event. Pegasus Global Pvt Ltd brought their wealth of experience and creativity to create an exceptional experience for all attendees. Their meticulous planning and attention to detail ensured that every aspect of the event was executed flawlessly, leaving a lasting impression on all participants and guests.

Former Mrs Glam World winner, Brandina Lubuli crowned the winner of Mrs Glam World pageant. SAJ Hotels and Resorts CMD Sajan Varghese, Pegasus Chairman Dr. Ajit Ravi crowned the first runner-up and second runner-up.

Dr Kuriachan (International Motivational Trainer), Rita Mathan (Owner, Pro Nails Studio), Brandina Lubuli (Mrs Glam World 2022 Winner) and Alesia Raut (Russian Model and Groomer) were on the judging panel. The winners of the subtitles were selected by a panel of eminent persons.

Parakkat Jewelers crafted the exquisite gold crown presented to the winners of Mrs Glam World.

Sub Title Winners

Mrs Glam World Fashionista – Mrs Belarus

Mrs Glam World Talent – Mrs India

Mrs Glam World Diligent – Mrs Japan

Mrs Glam World Inspiring – Mrs Malaysia

Mrs Glam World Vivacious – Mrs India

Mrs Glam World Shining Star – Mrs Congo

Mrs Glam World Ramp Walk – Mrs Russia

Mrs Glam World National Costume – Mrs Malaysia

Mrs Glam World Tenacious – Mrs Canada

Such pageants are a platform for married women from all over the world to showcase their talent. 7 beauties from all over the world participated in the pageant. A total of 20 contestants applied for the Mrs Glam World pageant, out of which 8 were selected to participate in the finals. However, due to some personal hurdles, one of the contestants could not participate in the finals. There was no elimination throughout the Mrs Glam World pageant.

SAJ Earth Resorts is the main partners of Mrs Glam World 2023 organized by Pegasus Global Pvt Ltd. Manappuram Finance Ltd, DQUE Watch, Unique Times, and DQUE Face and Body Skin Friendly Soap are powered by Partners.

Co-partners are FICF, Parakkat Resort, Kalpana International, Times New, UT World, Aiswaria Advertisements, Europe Times, Photogenic Fashion and Weddings, UT TV, Neenu Pro The Sound Experts, Green Media, Good Day Hotels and Resorts, Akshay Inco and JD Institute of Fashion Technology.

The primary purpose of organizing this competition is to highlight the abundant and diverse cultural values of the country while simultaneously fostering tourism. Pegasus Global Pvt Ltd stands out as the sole company worldwide that has made the decision to exclude the well-known Bikini round from their pageants. Instead, they prioritize talent and personality as the primary factors of evaluation.

Larysa Sidarovich from Belarus, Michelle Santos from Canada, Lubuya Babadi Jennifa from Congo, Pooja Mohan from India, Chieko Moriyama from Japan, Niraneeswary Paramasivam from Malaysia and Bocharova Darya from Russia were the contestants.

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Zomky Tenzin from Belgium Acquires Title of Manappuram SAJ Miss Glam World 2023

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Zomky Tenzin from Belgium bagged the Manappuram and SAJ presents Miss Glam World 2023 title along with Aayusha Pyakurel from Nepal as first runner-up and Samruddhi Shetty from India as second runner-up. The fourth edition of Miss Glam World was conducted on June 21st at Le Meridien, Kochi. Renowned for their expertise in event production, Pegasus Global Pvt Ltd took charge of organizing a truly remarkable and noteworthy event. With their unwavering commitment to excellence, Pegasus Global Pvt Ltd proved once again why they are highly regarded in the industry, delivering an event that surpassed expectations and left a lasting impact on all those involved.

Sajan Varghese, CMD, SAJ Group Hotels and Resorts, and Dr Ajit Ravi, Chairman, Pegasus, crowned the winners of the Miss Glam World pageant with 13 beauties from around the world. Out of 40 contestants who applied for the Miss Glam World pageant, 16 were selected as finalists. Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances such as visa cancellation and personal challenges, three contestants could not make it to the finals.

Dr Kuriachan (International Motivational Trainer), Rita Mathan (Owner, Pro Nails Studio), Brandina Lubuli (Mrs Glam World 2022 Winner) and Alesia Raut (Russian Model and Groomer) were on the judging panel. The winners of the subtitles were selected by a panel of eminent persons.

Parakkat Jewelers crafted the exquisite gold crown presented to the winners of Miss Glam World.

Sub Title Winners

Miss Glam World Solidarity – Miss Singapore

Miss Glam World Fashionista – Miss Australia

Miss Glam World Talent – Miss Sri Lanka

Miss Glam World Sensational – Miss Nepal

Miss Glam World Diligent – Miss Zambia

Miss Glam World Inspiring – Miss Japan

Miss Glam World Vivicious – Miss Italy

Miss Glam World Shining Star – Miss Iran

Miss Glam World Ramp Walk – Miss India

Miss Glam World Tenacious – Miss Serbia

Miss Glam World National Costume – Miss Belgium

Miss Glam World Adorable – Miss Taiwan

Miss Glam World Renaissance – Miss Russia

Manappuram Finance Ltd and SAJ Group Hotels and Resorts is the main partners of Miss Glam World 2023 organized by Pegasus Global Pvt Ltd. DQUE Watch, Unique Times, Alcazar and DQUE Face and Body Skin Friendly Soap are powered by Partners.

Co-partners are FICF, Parakkat Resort, Kalpana International, Times New, UT World, Aiswaria Advertisements, Europe Times, Photogenic Fashion and Weddings, UT TV, Neenu Pro The Sound Experts, Green Media, Good Day Hotels and Resorts, Akshay Inco and JD Institute of Fashion Technology.

The main objective behind organizing this competition is to showcase the rich and diverse cultural values of the country, while also promoting tourism. Pegasus Global Pvt Ltd distinguishes itself as the only company in the world that has chosen to eliminate the widely recognized Bikini round from their pageants. Instead, they prioritize talent and personality as the key criteria for evaluation.

Julia Ann Coutts from Australia, Zomky Tenzin from Belgium, Samruddhi Shetty from India, Aida from Iran, Sandra Lorenani from Italy, Risa Nakatani from Japan, Aayusha Pyakurel from Nepal, Darya Pyzhyanova from Russia, Venera Stanisavlievic from Serbia, Genevieve Tan from Singapore, Ruweena Sammani Gamaachchi Withanage from Srilanka, Chiu Ke-En from Taiwan and Laurisca Kalongo from Zambia were the contestants.

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Erdogan of Turkey poised for economic reversal and significant increase in interest rates

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Turkey is preparing to reverse some of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s unconventional economic policies as his new economic team takes action to tackle soaring inflation.

Just weeks after Erdogan’s re-election, interest rates are expected to undergo a significant increase from their current level of 8.5%. With inflation at nearly 40% and citizens grappling with a severe cost-of-living crisis, the urgency to address the situation is evident.

However, Erdogan has previously insisted on keeping interest rates low, despite economists advocating for their increase. The extent of the impending interest rate hike remains uncertain, with varying predictions from different experts, ranging from an 11.5-point increase to as high as 40%. Erdogan’s challenge stems from persistently high inflation and critically low reserves in the central bank, which have been depleted due to extensive efforts to support the Turkish lira.

In the past, the President dismissed three central bank governors in under two years when they attempted to adhere to orthodox policies. Having seen interest rates decline from 19% two years ago to 8.5% recently, Turkey now faces the prospect of another rise, further exacerbating its ongoing economic crisis. The dilemma lies in the fact that pursuing orthodox economic policies could negatively impact a significant portion of the population, which Erdogan may seek to avoid in light of local elections scheduled for next year. While Turkey experienced substantial economic growth during the initial years of Erdogan’s leadership, unconventional approaches blaming high inflation on borrowing costs and prioritizing economic stimulation have led to a drastic decline in the Turkish currency’s value and foreign investment.

The country now grapples with citizens attempting to transfer their foreign funds out of domestic banks. The appointment of Mehmet Simsek, a former banker and economist, as finance minister, and Hafize Gaye Erkan, Turkey’s first female central bank chief, signals Erdogan’s inclination towards a change in economic direction. Simsek has emphasized the necessity of returning to “rational ground” and compliance with international norms, while Erkan, a prominent figure on Wall Street, brings an external perspective to the role.

Erdogan maintained his stance on low interest rates during the election campaign, but shortly after his re-election, he hinted at a shift. It is expected that Erkan will have to implement immediate and substantial rate hikes rather than gradual adjustments, according to emerging markets specialist Timothy Ash, who also warned of the risks associated with such a move.

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