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Mercosur and EFTA conclude free trade talks, paving way for $4.3 trillion trade zone
The South American trade bloc Mercosur and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) have concluded negotiations on a comprehensive free trade agreement that will grant more than 97% of exports from both sides improved market access, ministers...

MERCOSUR and EFTA Conclude Free Trade Agreement Talks
Negotiators for the MERCOSUR-EFTA free trade agreement. X/ @frenteacano July 2, 2025 Hour: 12:39 pm On Wednesday, the Southern Common Market (MERCOSUR) and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) announced the conclusion of negotiations for a...

Switzerland-Regulated & Trusted Free Bitcoin & Dogecoin Cloud Mining Platforms in 2025: Earn $6,312 Daily in Passive Income
In 2025, the cryptocurrency market has become increasingly unpredictable, creating greater risks for investors. Against this backdrop, achieving stable daily passive income is more important than ever. That’s why an increasing number of users are...

Switzerland and EFTA sign trade deal with Mercosur
Discussion on a trade deal between EFTA and Mercosur started in 2017. Keystone / Gaetan Bally Listen to the article Listening the article Toggle language selector Select your language Close English (US) English (British) Generated with artificial...

Veep Usi calls on the Commonwealth to advocate for reforms in global financial systems
* With a focus on vulnerability in determining access to concessional finance. The time has come to deliver real, practical solutions * The Commonwealth should push for fairer financial systems, including credit rating reforms and improved access...

Morning Mail: Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs guilty on two of five charges, banks ignoring interest calls, pear dinkum giant
Morning everyone. Although he could still face years in prison for two charges of transportation to engage in prostitution, Sean “Diddy” Combs fell to his knees in relief and his supporters celebrated wildly outside after a jury in New York found...

Diversification ensures Malaysia’s economy remains resilient: Miti official
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia remains on solid footing due to its inclusive and long-term economic strategy despite geopolitical tensions in the Middle East raising concerns over the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz and disruptions to global energy...

10 Best Pieces of Luggage for Business Travel, According to Wired and CNT Editors
This story is part of The New Era of Work Travel, a collaboration between the editors of Condé Nast Traveler and WIRED to help you navigate the perks and pitfalls of the modern business trip. A well-made, durable carry-on is an essential piece of...

FirstFT: Sales of risky European corporate debt surge to €23bn in June
This article is an on-site version of our FirstFT newsletter. Subscribers can sign up to our Asia, Europe/Africa or Americas edition to get the newsletter delivered every weekday morning. Explore all of our newsletters here Today’s agenda: Trump...

Iceland Inflation Rises To 4.2%
Consumer price inflation in Iceland accelerated in June after easing in the previous month, preliminary data from Statistics Iceland showed on Friday. The consumer price index rose 4.2 percent year-on-year in June, faster than the 3.8 percent rise...

Amaroq starts trading on US OTC market
Amaroq Minerals announced the start of trading of its shares on the OTCQX Best Market in the United States on Tuesday, under the ticker ‘AMRQF’, providing what it described as greater access and transparency for US investors. The AIM-traded,....

Mercosur, EFTA Blocs Finalize Free-Trade Agreement, Say Sources
Reuters A drone view shows ships and containers at the Port of Santos, in Santos, Brazil April 3, 2025. Reuters 11:45 JST, July 2, 2025 BRASILIA, July 1 (Reuters) – South American bloc Mercosur has concluded talks for a free-trade agreement with a...

Justin Bieber releases 7th studio album ‘Swag’
Def Jam Recordings Justin Bieber is standing on business with new music. The singer released his new album, Swag, on Friday, which features 21 new songs. “Inspired by his devotion as a husband and father, this new era of music has fueled a deeper...

Justin Bieber releases 7th studio album 'Swag'
Justin Bieber is standing on business with new music. The singer released his new album, Swag, on Friday, which features 21 new songs. "Inspired by his devotion as a husband and father, this new era of music has fueled a deeper perspective and...

Bit Digital shifts from BTC mining to ETH staking
Homepage > News > Business > Bit Digital shifts from BTC mining to ETH staking In a bold move that signals a significant shift in the block reward mining landscape, Bit Digital, Inc. (NASDAQ: BTBT), a New York-based, Nasdaq-listed crypto firm with...

Mercosur and EFTA blocs seal free-trade agreement, CNN Brasil reports
SAO PAULO (Reuters) -South American bloc Mercosur has concluded talks for a free-trade agreement with a group of four European nations known as EFTA, CNN Brasil reported on Tuesday, citing officials from the Brazilian government. An announcement...

Iceland regional Mýflug ceases operations
Iceland-based regional airline Mýflug has announced that it will no longer operate scheduled, charter or sightseeing flights with immediate effect. Medivac flights are not believed to be affected. The airline was established in 1985 and flew to a...

G Adventures launches largest-ever Canada program in 2026, including Arctic expeditions to Iceland
Covering the brand’s Classic, Active and Marine travel styles, the new trips will take travellers from the Rockies and East Coast fishing villages to the fjords and national parks of Northern Québec. With the recent relaunch of G Adventures’...

Iceland FC clasp Gunjur Beach Soccer trophy
Solar Enterprise FC made an excellent start to the match and created numerous goal scoring opportunities but squandered them away. Iceland FC, who were unable to contain Solar Enterprise FC in the midfield, scored two goals during the match...

The Women Behind South Iceland’s Tastiest Hot Dogs
In the South Iceland town of Selfoss, just off the Ölfusár Bridge, there’s a hot dog stand that has become something of a local landmark over the years. Pylsuvagninn may not be as famous as other hot dog joints in the capital, but for over four...