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Stories for July 20th 2022

  • Wednesday, July 20th 2022 - 09:45 UTC

    The Red Ensign Group Conference opened in the Isle of Man

    Lieutenant Governor, Sir John Lorimer (centre) with co-chairs of the REG Conference Katy Ware, (Maritime and Coastguard Agency) and Cameron Mitchell. Photo: Isle of Man Ship Registry)

    Dealing with the challenges of maritime and coastal state responsibilities is coming under the spotlight at the annual Red Ensign Group (REG) Conference. Challenges of the sector include recovery of maritime following the pandemic, environmental and coastal concerns, as well as commercial competition.

  • Wednesday, July 20th 2022 - 09:19 UTC

    BBC banned from self-declared independent Somaliland

    The BBC broadcast radio bulletins in the Somali language and has a network of journalists across Somalia, including Hargeisa.

    The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has been banned from the breakaway region of Somaliland for allegedly undermining the identity and dignity of the self-declared independent nation not recognized by Somalia or any other country, local authorities in control of the area have announced.

  • Wednesday, July 20th 2022 - 05:05 UTC

    WHO foresees challenging European winter as COVID-19 cases surge

    “Waiting to act in the fall will be too late,” Kluge warned

    According to a statement released Tuesday by the World Health Organization (WHO), Europe shall be facing a challenging winter by the end of 2022 due to the rapid escalation of COVID-19 cases.

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