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The judge who sentences criminals with a synthetic voice
The Times
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A syrupy American voice congratulates members of the jury for being selected to serve in Dundee sheriff court. The inflection is almost celebratory, as though the line-up has secured new jobs or passed an exam. Although the words were supplied by...
What is Latto’s net worth in 2025? Earnings explored as rapper’s shopping video in London goes viral
Sportskeeda
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July 5, 2025
Hip-hop singer Latto's recent shopping spree in London is going viral online. In a video shared by the Instagram page @livebitez on July 4, the rapper can be seen trying on a Louis Vuitton one-piece swimsuit and Chanel sandals while also flaunting...
Spain flies past both South Korea and Japan in GDP rankings as service economy is now king
Olive Press
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July 5, 2025
SPAIN has overtaken both South Korea and Japan in GDP per capita, according to the latest figures from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Spain’s GDP per head now sits at approximately $36,200 (€33,666), while South Korea trails on $34,600...
Ukraine and EU Update Free Trade Agreement Boosting Exports
Mezha
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July 5, 2025
Ukraine and the European Union have reached an important agreement to update the free trade agreement. Ukraine’s Deputy Minister of Economy and Trade Representative Taras Kachka assured that there will be no losses from the cancellation of the...
Patrik Laine’s wife Jordan shares glimpse of their dreamy honeymoon in Italy (In Photos)
Sportskeeda
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July 5, 2025
Montreal Canadiens forward Patrik Laine and Jordan Leigh’s story began in a simple and unexpected way. They met by chance at a bar in Columbus, Ohio. Jordan was in town for a friend’s wedding, and Laine was playing for the Columbus Blue Jackets...
Europe’s largest supermarket retailer shifts supply chain to Vietnam
Vietstock
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July 5, 2025
Europe’s largest supermarket retailer shifts supply chain to Vietnam Lidl, one of the largest supermarket retailers in Europe, is planning to increase imports from Vietnam and Malaysia to diversify and protect its supply chain amidst growing...
Denmark confronts familiar foes on Ukraine and Moldova’s push to join the European Union
The Straits Times
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July 5, 2025
BRUSSELS – Denmark has taken over the rotating presidency of the European Union, vowing to tackle Europe’s top and most politically sensitive topics: strengthening Europe’s defences and preparing Ukraine for eventual EU membership. “The world that...
UAE’s Amazon Bazaar Brings Budget Shopping to Mobile Shoppers
Arabian Post
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July 5, 2025
Amazon has unveiled a new mobile‑only shopping section called Bazaar within its Amazon. ae app in the UAE, delivering value‑focused products across fashion, home and lifestyle categories. Launching initially in beta for select users, the platform...
118,000 jobs at risk: Italy faces a trade shock it may not survive.
Euro Weekly News
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July 5, 2025
Italy's export-heavy economy faces a new threat: U.S. tariffs that could cost billions in trade. Credit: StockSnap from pixabay via Canva.com The warning didn’t come from overseas. It came from Italy’s own industrial leaders — and it couldn’t be...
Trump says tariff letters to 12 countries signed, going out Monday (July 7); Vietnam and Britain already agreed to trade deals
The Malaysian Star
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July 5, 2025
HANOI (Reuters): US President Donald Trump said he had signed letters to 12 countries outlining the various tariff levels they would face on goods they export to the United States, with the "take it or leave it" offers to be sent out on Monday....
EU anxiety over Chinese "trade diversion" proves misguided
Sacramento Sun - California
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BEIJING, July 5 (Xinhua) -- The European Union (EU) is once again casting a wary eye eastward, as alarmist claims of a new "China shock" -- fueled by fears that Chinese exports deflected by U.S. tariffs are now flooding Europe -- spark renewed...
Big tip? Little tip? No tip? What can customers do to keep pace with tipping rules as the goalposts continuously move?
Deutsche Welle
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July 5, 2025
Frank Sinatra was known for giving serving staff crispy $100-bill tips. That was a long time ago when a hundred dollars really meant something. What are the rules for tipping today, and why are customers confused? Many people wouldn't think twice...
How to Watch Tour de France 2025 Stage 1: Live Stream Cycling, TV Channel
Newsweek
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July 5, 2025
By Kilty Cleary is a Los Angeles-based media and marketing pro with 18+ years of experience. He's worked with top brands like Sporting News and Sports Illustrated, building key partnerships and creating engaging content. Follow him on X and IG...
How to watch Germany vs Poland: Live streams for Euro 2025 group match
FourFourTwo
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July 4, 2025
Watch Germany vs Poland and see one of the favourites in Germany get their tournament underway at Euro 2025, with free live streams available globally. The game will see Germany and Poland kick off their Euro 2025 campaigns. Germany are amongst...
Ex-ECB Official Urges Europe to Back Euro Stablecoins or Risk Losing Financial Power
CoinDesk
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Stablecoins are growing fast. Most of the $255 billion sector is currently concentrated in U.S. dollar-backed tokens, which account for $241 billion of that total, according to RWA.xyz data. Former European Central Bank board member and chair of...
Liz Weston: Think twice before charging expensive European vacation on high interest credit card
OregonLive.com
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July 5, 2025
Dear Liz: I expect to travel to Europe in the next few months. I applied for a new credit card to take advantage of its “no foreign transaction fees” policy. With a credit score of 740, I figured I would get a decent rate. Today I learned that I’m...
Training workshop held on marketing, production guidelines of halal products
Bangladesh Sangsbad Sangstha
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Training workshop held on marketing, production guidelines of halal products A training workshop on held at the boardroom of Bangladesh Chamber of Industries (BCI) today. Photo : BSS DHAKA, July 5, 2025 (BSS) - A training workshop on “Halal...
Morocco eyes more cattle imports amid rising European meat prices, turns to Brazil as costs soar
Hespress
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July 5, 2025
Morocco is preparing to import new shipments of live cattle to meet rising demand for red meat in the coming months, amid a surge in European market prices that is disrupting import plans and prompting questions about the sustainability of relying...
EU-US trade talks focus on tariff offset for automakers
The Business Times Singapore
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July 5, 2025
[LONDON] Some European Union carmakers and capitals are pushing for an agreement with US President Donald Trump that would allow for tariff relief in return for increasing investment in the US, according to sources familiar with the matter. Member...
How to Watch Germany vs Poland: Live Stream UEFA Women's EURO 2025, TV
Newsweek
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July 4, 2025
By Kilty Cleary is a Los Angeles-based media and marketing pro with 18+ years of experience. He's worked with top brands like Sporting News and Sports Illustrated, building key partnerships and creating engaging content. Follow him on X and IG...