MercoPress. South Atlantic News Agency
Stories for December 19th 2024
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Thursday, December 19th 2024 - 10:07 UTC
Chilean lawmakers want steps taken to protect tourists
Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade issued a report warning travelers to Chile that “muggings, armed robberies, pickpocketing and bag snatching are common” there. Tourists need also be aware of scams targetting them such as staining their clothes to distract them and then stealing their belongings. In response, Chilean lawmakers requested a special session of the Foreign Affairs Committee in Congress.
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Thursday, December 19th 2024 - 09:48 UTC
UK “absolutely resolutely committed to the sovereignty and self-determination of Gibraltar and the Falklands”
“We are absolutely resolutely committed to the sovereignty and self-determination of Gibraltar and the Falkland Islands,” said Stephen Doughty MP and Minister of State for the Overseas Territories on a question from a fellow Labour MP, Portsmouth North, Amanda Martin during the Wednesday Parliament session.
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Thursday, December 19th 2024 - 09:31 UTC
Falklands/UK Airbridge: increased seat allocation for FIG passengers as of next year
Following discussions between the Falkland Islands Government (FIG) and the UK Ministry of Defense (MOD), it has been confirmed that the FIG seat allocation for the South Atlantic Airbridge (SAA) is to increase from 1 January 2025 for a three-month review period.
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Thursday, December 19th 2024 - 09:22 UTC
Spanish shipbuilder expected to announce it is taking over Harland and Wolff
A Spanish state-owned shipbuilder is expected to confirm this Thursday that it is buying Harland and Wolff, the Belfast shipyard best known for having built the Titanic. Harland and Wolff was once mentioned as a possible builder of the Falkland Islands new port terminal, the largest Islands’ capital investment.
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Thursday, December 19th 2024 - 09:11 UTC
Uruguay: Unemployment falls in November
Unemployment in Uruguay fell to 7.2% of the Economically Active Population (EAP) last month, which represented a slight improvement from October’s 7.3%, according to the latest report from Montevideo's National Statistics Institute (INE) this week. It was the lowest figure since December 2021.
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Thursday, December 19th 2024 - 01:55 UTC
The future of gaming, megatrends, and innovations in 2025
As we peer into 2025, the gaming landscape continues to evolve at a breakneck pace. Technologies that seemed like science fiction only a few years ago are becoming integral parts of the experience, from immersive virtual worlds to revolutionary AI.
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Thursday, December 19th 2024 - 00:31 UTC
Live entertainment on 1xBet: What you need to know
In the fast-paced world of sports betting, live betting has revolutionized the way bettors engage with their favorite events. Unlike traditional pre-match wagers, live betting allows players to place bets during the course of a game, taking advantage of real-time developments, changing odds, and in-game momentum shifts. 1xBet, one of the most renowned names in the online sportsbook industry, offers a robust live betting platform that caters to a diverse range of sports and events. From football and basketball to tennis and esports, 1xBet provides a dynamic environment where you can place wagers as the action unfolds.
