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Pix11.com 

NYC officials to spray for mosquitos in these 2 boroughs

NEW YORK (PIX11) – The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene will spray for mosquitos in two boroughs next week in an effort to lower the risk of West Nile virus. The first spray will be on Staten Island between 8:30 p.m. on Monday and 6 a.m. on Tuesday. These are the [...]

Inter Press Service 

How Women Volunteers Are Shaping India’s Water Future

“Daily squabbles at the lone water point in Bhubaneswar’s slums, where hundreds of households depended on this single non-potable water source, have now receded into the past,” says Aparna Khuntia, a member of a large cohort of water volunteers who have played an important enabling role in ensuring households in the eastern India city now […]

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Four coaching institutes offer Rs 10 lakh each to kin of three dead IAS aspirants, free classes to others

Four UPSC coaching institutes have offered compensation to families of deceased IAS aspirants following tragic incidents. The institutes also announced free classes for affected students, addressing concerns raised by protestors. The deaths have led to a crackdown on basement usage in coaching centers. While some see the offers as a distraction, others view them as a helpful gesture during a difficult time.

Engineeringnews.co.za 

Rolls-Royce’s transformation programme delivered a strong first half 2024 performance

UK-based global major power and propulsion systems group Rolls-Royce has reported a strong performance during the first half of this year (1H24). The group credited this performance to the success of its transformation programme and strategic initiatives. The group reported an underlying operating profit of £1.1-billion, which was a 74% increase, year-on-year (y-o-y). The operating margin in 1H24 was 14%, which was a 4.4 percentage points (ppts) increase over that recorded in 1H23. The group also reported a 13.8% return on capital... Читать дальше...

Zee News (zeenews.india.com) 

Love Is in the Air: The World's 8 Most Romantic Cities

Discover the most romantic places on earth, such as Paris and Venice, which are well-known for their enduring beauty, recognizable landmarks, and wonderful ambiances. These locations—Kyoto, Santorini, and Buenos Aires, among others—offer unique experiences that make them ideal for couples looking for romance and special vacations.

Cyprus Mail 

Larnaca revamps dog beach with free facilities

The dog beach (Spyros Beach) near Larnaca airport has been revamped, the municipality announced on Friday. According to an announcement from the municipality, beds and umbrellas have been placed for the use of beachgoers who accompany their dogs to the sea. Their use is free of charge. Biological toilets and waste bins have also been […]