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India's iron ore pellet makers seek curbs on Iranian imports via Oman
Zawya
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India's iron ore pellet makers have urged the government to curb a surge in imports routed through Oman, which they say originate from Iran despite U.S. sanctions, warning that the cheaper supplies could hurt the local industry, sources and an...
Copper price today: LME price falls 1.5% despite hitting record high in US; Where's it headed?
Mint
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July 9, 2025
Copper futures in New York soared 17 per cent after U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 50% tariff on imports, a move expected to disrupt global metal supply chains significantly. Comex contracts surged as much as 17% on...
World’s leading meal-kit provider, HelloFresh, automates Refrigeration Compliance with Facilio
Retail Dive
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NEW YORK — HelloFresh, the world’s leading meal-kit company, successfully deploys Facilio’s Connected Refrigeration platform to modernize and centralize its refrigeration compliance operations across its U.S. industrial facilities. This...
Markets becoming desensitised to Trump's tariff shifts, CGS International CEO says
The Malaysian Star
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July 9, 2025
SINGAPORE: Global financial markets are becoming "desensitised" to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff decisions, according to CGS International Securities Group Chief Executive Carol Fong. Speaking on a panel at the Reuters Next Asia summit in...
Map Shows Countries Offering Americans 'Golden Visas'
Newsweek
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July 9, 2025
The past few months have seen a surge in the number of Americans applying for "golden visas" around the world as growing economic uncertainty pushes many wealthy residents to look for stability out of the country. Golden visas, also known as...
Why many Asian American Trump voters chose Zohran Mamdani in NYC's primary
Gothamist - New York
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Zohran Mamdani’s upset victory in New York City's Democratic mayoral primary was partly fueled by Asian American voters in neighborhoods that previously went for Donald Trump in 2020, according to a Gothamist analysis. Following Mamdani’s win,...
SC town chosen as North American headquarters for international manufacturer
The Post & Courier - South Carolina
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July 9, 2025
BLUFFTON — A German manufacturer has chosen to build its North American headquarters in Beaufort County. CS Instruments plans a $3.6 million investment that includes the construction of an 11,000-square-foot facility. It will include office space,...
For many South Asian and Muslim New Yorkers, Mamdani's political upset gives them hope
Akron Legal News
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TERRY TANG MARIAM FAM Associated Press Published: July 9, 2025 The success of Zohran Mamdani in New York City's Democratic primary for mayor is euphoric for Hari Kondabolu, a stand-up comedian who's been friends with the candidate for 15 years....
National suicide prevention hotline plans to stop offering LGBTQ+ youth counseling. Queer advocates in L.A. wonder what’s next
Los Angeles Times
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July 9, 2025
Amy Kane was filled with dread when she heard that the national suicide prevention lifeline would stop offering specialized crisis intervention to young LGBTQ+ Americans and end its partnership with the West Hollywood-based Trevor Project. With...
Fallacious: Gov. Newsom’s ‘Fastest Recovery in Debris Removal in Modern History’
California Globe
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July 9, 2025
If government actually moved “at the speed of need,” Pacific Palisades, Altadena and Malibu would have been thriving construction zones for the past 4-5 months. Instead, all three locals still have tons of fire debris piles on homesites, fire...
Nordic Construction Machinery Leasing Industry Report 2025: An Individual Analysis On The Top 240 Companies
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Discover market leaders, acquisition prospects, and industry trends through detailed financial assessments, sales growth analysis, and market size insights Dublin, July 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Nordic...
Senior living trends highlight housing, tech, workforce
Rochester Business Journal - New York
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July 9, 2025
Key takeaways: • Local senior living communities are shifting toward wellness-focused, resident-driven models. • Affordable senior housing remains the top concern among older adults. • Workforce development and retention programs are a growing...
Analysis-America's largest power grid is struggling to meet demand from AI
Yahoo Finance
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By Laila Kearney HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania (Reuters) -America's largest power grid is under strain as data centers and AI chatbots consume power faster than new plants can be built. Electricity bills are projected to surge by more than 20% this...
America's largest power grid is struggling to meet demand from AI
Yahoo Finance
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By Laila Kearney HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania (Reuters) -America's largest power grid is under strain as data centers and AI chatbots consume power faster than new plants can be built. Electricity bills are projected to surge by more than 20% this...
Gaza’s Economy in Collapse: 85% of Businesses Damaged Amid Ongoing War, Chamber Chief Warns
Watan
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July 9, 2025
Watan-The head of the Chamber of Commerce in Gaza, Aed Abu Ramadan, has confirmed that Gaza’s commercial and industrial sectors are experiencing an unprecedented economic collapse, with over 85% of economic establishments either fully or partially...
What’s driving you crazy: Dequindre Road frustrates drivers at county border
WXYZ - Michigan
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July 9, 2025
WARREN, Mich. (WXYZ) — A stretch of Dequindre Road between 13 Mile and 14 Mile roads has become a source of frustration for local drivers due to its notoriously bumpy condition. Watch Ali's full report in the video player below What’s driving you...
Jefferson City breaks ground on new 40-unit housing complex amid ongoing housing shortage
KRCG - Missouri
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A new 40-unit complex is on the way to Jefferson City amid what many are calling a housing crisis. Leaders with Central Missouri Community Action broke ground on a new 40-unit development in Jefferson City on Tuesday. According to Central Missouri...
Canada’s age-old stigma against defence spending will cost us dearly
The Globe and Mail
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July 9, 2025
Open this photo in gallery:Russia’s 2024 military base expansions and China’s icebreaker deployments threaten Canada’s sovereignty over the world’s second-longest Arctic border.GAVIN JOHN/The New York Times News Service Omar Saleh is the chief...
Thailand's consumer confidence hits 28-month low in June
Xinhua News Agency
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BANGKOK, July 9 (Xinhua) -- Thailand's consumer confidence declined for a fifth consecutive month in June, hitting the lowest rate in 28 months, due to concerns over ongoing political uncertainty and global trade tensions, a survey showed on...
Housing for Health Chief Appointed to Lead Unified Homeless Services Department
Westside Today - California
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July 9, 2025
Veteran Housing Advocate to Oversee Streamlined LA County Services The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday confirmed the appointment of Sarah Mahin as the first director of the newly formed Department of Homeless Services and...