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Here's my big problem with the ASX's Vanguard International Shares ETF (VGS)
The Motley Fool Australia
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July 11, 2025
Image source: Getty Images The Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (ASX: VGS) is one of the most popular exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and index funds on the ASX. In fact, it is the most popular index fund on our market outside the...
Norway survive late scare to edge Iceland and finish as group winners
Tribal Football
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Norway maintained their 100% record at the 2025 UEFA Women’s European Championship by beating Iceland 4-3 in Group A in their final game before the knockout stage, also recording their first set of three successive wins in 2025. Despite appearing...
Germany, Norway ready to buy 3 Patriots for Ukraine, Zelensky says
The Kyiv Independent
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July 11, 2025
Germany and Norway are prepared to purchase three Patriot air defense systems for Ukraine from a U.S. manufacturer, President Volodymyr Zelensky said during a press conference in Rome on July 10. "Germany is ready to pay – I have agreements with...
Laos and Norway Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation
Lao News Agency
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KPL On July 9, Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Thongsavanh Phomvihane, met with Mr. Andreas Motzfeldt Kravik, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Norway, on the sidelines of the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Kuala Lumpur,...
Marriott Moments A-Fair Luxuriant Expo and the “9th Annual Calgary International Fashion and Arts Week” set on July 26 and 27 at the Manila...
Manila Standard
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July 11, 2025
This year, “Marriott Moments A-Fair” returns bigger and grander. As it ups the glamour factor, it is now a Luxuriant Expo: Weddings, Events, Fashion and Arts — a high-caliber weddings, debuts and events suppliers fair showcasing an international...
Zelenskyy, US Lawmakers Discuss Air Defences, Sanctions On Russia
StratNews Global
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July 11, 2025
Home Europe Zelenskyy, US Lawmakers Discuss Air Defences, Sanctions On Russia On Thursday, Zelenskyy said Ukraine had received all necessary political signals for US military aid to resume after a pause last week. Ukrainian President Volodymyr...
Law passed to take Cyprus a step closer to Schengen
Cyprus Mail
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July 10, 2025
Parliament on Thursday voted into law a bill which allows for the European Union’s visa information system (VIS) to be implemented and operated in Cyprus, bringing the island a step closer to member of the Schengen zone. In total, 27 MPs voted in...
Norway: Sustainable, data-driven, and digitally ambitious
Tech.eu
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July 10, 2025
Norway’s tech ecosystem is maturing quietly but confidently. With world-class digital infrastructure, strong public trust, and robust government support, the country is well-positioned to lead in sustainable, data-driven innovation. Cities like...
Norway: Full investigation launched into Norsk Tipping after confirmation operator broke the law
Gambling Insider
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The regulator is stepping in following several high-profile failures at the operator. By Megan Elswyth Key points: - The Norwegian Lottery Authority has ruled that Norsk Tipping did break the law when it sent out incorrect notifications regarding...
world Zelenskiy discusses war supplies, Russia sanctions with US lawmakers
Asiaone
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July 11, 2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said he had discussed improved air defences and intensified sanctions against Russia with two US lawmakers who are backing a bill to impose tougher punitive measures against Moscow. Zelenskiy, writing early...
Kyiv received political signals for US aid resumption, Ukraine’s Zelensky says
The Straits Times
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July 10, 2025
KYIV - Ukraine has received all necessary political signals for US military aid to resume, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on July 10, after what he described as constructive talks with US President Donald Trump. Mr Zelensky told a news...
Where is marijuana legal in Europe?
Forbes Australia
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July 10, 2025
Published on July 10, 2025 A guide to medical marijuana and recreational use laws across the continent and the United Kingdom. Where is marijuana legal in Europe? Illustration by Samantha Lee for Forbes; Photos by rustamank/Getty Images;...
Zelenskiy discusses war supplies, Russia sanctions with US lawmakers
WHTC - Michigan
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July 11, 2025
(Reuters) -Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said he had discussed improved air defences and intensified sanctions against Russia with two U.S. lawmakers who are backing a bill to impose tougher punitive measures against Moscow. Zelenskiy,...
European Commission President Von der Leyen Survives Confidence Vote
The Epoch Times
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July 10, 2025
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen speaks during a press conference with Norway's prime minister at the EU Commission headquarters in Brussels on Apr. 7, 2025. Nicolas Tucat/ AFP via Getty Images European Commission President...
Sts. Canute, Erik and Olaf: The 3 Kings of Catholic Scandinavia
National Catholic Register
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July 10, 2025
For a long time, Scandinavia and the whole of Nordic Europe was not thought of as a particularly Catholic place. Lutheranism is the established church in many of its countries and dominates the population. I once visited Finland (Nordic, not...
Fulton Fish Market joins lawsuit against Empire Wind
National Fisherman - Alaska
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July 10, 2025 The Fulton Fish Market Cooperative in New York, the nation’s largest seafood market, has signed onto a federal lawsuit brought by commercial fishermen and coastal activists opposing Equinor’s ongoing Empire Wind offshore energy...
Taiwan’s military has to woman up
Taipei Times
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July 10, 2025
Starting this month, young women in Denmark would be subject to conscription on the same terms as men. All Danes, regardless of gender, would be required to register for military assessment, and eligible individuals would be selected through a...
Germany, Norway to supply more Patriot systems to Ukraine
Defence Blog
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July 10, 2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed on Thursday that Kyiv and its Western partners are exploring the purchase of additional air defense systems and munitions to strengthen Ukraine’s military. Speaking to reporters in Rome, Zelensky...
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Got positive signals on resuming military aid from US, says Zelenskyy
Firstpost
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July 10, 2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday said that Kyiv has received “all necessary political signals for military aid resumption” following recent talks with US President Donald Trump, which he described as constructive. According to...
Norway, Malaysia call for stronger multilateralism, rule-based global order
The Malaysian Star
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July 10, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Norway believes countries like itself and Malaysia play a crucial role in strengthening global multilateralism and promoting adherence to international law amid rising global instability, said Norwegian Deputy Foreign Minister...