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Lithium-ion battery fires jump 162% in Toronto over 2 years, city says
CBC/Radio-Canada
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July 7, 2025
Toronto The number of fires sparked by lithium-ion batteries has more than doubled in the span of two years, according to the city. Between 2022 and 2024 the number of fires jumped from 29 to 76. Attempts to modify lithium-ion batteries at the...
Latin America no longer 'very distant' as PM Modi builds deeper engage...
The Morung Express
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Rio de Janeiro, July 7 (IANS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi's State Visit to Brazil, starting with his arrival in Brasilia early Tuesday morning, India time, will not only be a significant milestone in the India-Brazil strategic partnership but is...
BRICS Summit: Tinubu Calls For Reevaluation Of Global Governance Structure
The Will
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July 7, 2025
July 07, (THEWILL) — President Bola Tinubu has called for a comprehensive reevaluation of the global governance architecture, as well as financial and healthcare systems, to ensure greater equity and inclusion for low-income and emerging...
Latin America no longer ‘very distant’ as PM Modi builds deeper engagement with region
Insight Online News
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July 7, 2025
Rio de Janeiro, July 7 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s State Visit to Brazil, starting with his arrival in Brasilia early Tuesday morning, India time, will not only be a significant milestone in the India-Brazil strategic partnership but is also...
Rio Declaration: BRICS calls for more equitable global order
Agencia Brasil
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July 7, 2025
Meeting in Rio de Janeiro, the BRICS countries released the Final Declaration of the 17th Summit this Sunday (Jul. 6), highlighting the “importance of the Global South as an engine of positive change, especially in the face of significant...
At BRICS Summit In Brazil, Tinubu Canvasses Re-evaluation Of Global Governance Structure, Finance, Health Care Systems
This Day
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July 7, 2025
Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu has called for a reevaluation of the current global governance structure and the financial and healthcare systems, urging greater equity and inclusion for low-income and emerging economies, particularly...
After China’s RE magnet clampdown, a rethink in India on its EV policy push
The Indian Express
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July 7, 2025
In India’s policy circles, a steadfast focus of driving vehicular electrification by largely incentivising a singular technological platform – battery electric vehicles or BEVs – at the cost of all other technologies, could be in for a change. The...
STRONG START, CLEAR VISION: Treñas opens term with action and commitment to inclusive leadership
Panay News
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July 6, 2025
ILOILO City – Barely a week since assuming office, newly installed Mayor Raisa S. Treñas has already made significant strides in delivering on her promise of inclusive, action-oriented governance. From day one, the young Treñas has walked her talk...
New study challenges what we know about the biology of ageing
Yahoo Sports - Canada
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July 7, 2025
For years, scientists have believed that inflammation inevitably increases with age, quietly fuelling diseases like heart disease, dementia and diabetes. But a new study of Indigenous populations challenges that idea and could reshape how we think...
BRICS Summit: Tinubu seeks change on governance structure, others
Eagle Online
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July 7, 2025
President Bola Tinubu has called for a reevaluation of the current global governance structure and the financial and healthcare systems, urging greater equity and inclusion for low-income and emerging economies, particularly in Africa. President...
Tinubu Demands Global Governance Reforms as Trump Threatens 10% Tariff on BRICS’ Allies
TechEconomy
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July 7, 2025
Advertisements In a bold statement that underscores rising global tensions, former U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 10% tariff on countries aligning with what he called the “anti-American policies of BRICS.” Posting on his...
Anwar leads efforts to strengthen strategic investments, global economic cooperation
The Malaysian Star
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July 7, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is leading efforts to strengthen strategic investments and global economic cooperation through a series of bilateral meetings and active participation in the 17th BRICS Summit. He held meetings...
At BRICS Summit, Tinubu calls for reevaluation of global governance structure
Premium Times
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July 7, 2025
President Bola Tinubu has called for a reevaluation of the current global governance structure and the financial and healthcare systems, urging greater equity and inclusion for low-income and emerging economies, particularly in Africa. At the 17th...
Tinubu seeks reevaluation of global governance structure, health care systems
Tribune Online
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July 7, 2025
President Bola Tinubu has sought a reevaluation of the current global governance structure and the financial and healthcare systems, calling for greater equity and inclusion for low-income and emerging economies, particularly in Africa. Tinubu...
17th BRICS Summit Kicks Off on Sunday in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Ethiopian News Agency
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Addis Ababa, July 6, 2025 (ENA) -- The BRICS Summit is being held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on 6–7 July under the motto “Strengthening Global South Cooperation for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance”. Representatives of the association's...
BRICS Summit: Tinubu urges reforms, more inclusion for Africa
News Diary Online
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July 7, 2025
President Bola Tinubu has called for urgent reforms to global systems, urging greater inclusion and fairness for Africa and other emerging economies. By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu has called for urgent reforms to global systems, urging...
Tinubu Calls For Reform Of Global Governance, Healthcare And Financial Systems At BRICS Summit
Arise News
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July 7, 2025
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged a comprehensive reevaluation of the current global governance structure, as well as the world’s financial and healthcare systems, stressing the need for greater equity, inclusion, and justice for low-income...
Nigeria to face additional 10% tariff for aligning with BRICS – Trump
Nairametrics
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July 7, 2025
President Donald Trump has announced that Nigeria will be among countries facing an additional 10% tariff for aligning with what he described as the “anti-American policies of BRICS.” The U.S. president made the declaration on Sunday via a post on...
BRICS condemns attacks on Iran, Gaza war, Trump tariffs: Key takeaways
Al Jazeera
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July 7, 2025
Leaders of the BRICS bloc have sharply rebuked the United States and Israeli bombardments of Iran in June, calling them a “blatant breach of international law” while voicing strong support for the creation of a Palestinian state. But their joint...
Sarah Porter: The future of Arizona’s water policy
Arizona Capitol Times
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July 6, 2025
Sarah Porter’s fondest memories of growing up in Phoenix include spending time with her family camping, hiking, and fishing. So when Porter saw an opportunity to transition from her career as a lawyer working in complex commercial litigation to...