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Iceland is getting a brand-new ‘cascading waterfall’ lagoon
Time Out
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Ever visited Iceland’s Blue Lagoon and thought, ‘this is nice and all, but it’s missing a 6.618 metre water feature?’ If the answer’s yes, we’ve got some exciting news. There’s a new lagoon in town: Laugarás Lagoon, which is nestled on the banks...
Caught between China and US, South American bloc rethinks its trade game as internal rifts deepen
Malay Mail
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July 4, 2025
BUENOS AIRES, July 4 — South America’s Mercosur bloc sought yesterday to expand its markets in the face of US President Donald Trump’s global trade war, with Brazil calling for closer ties with dynamic Asian economies. “It’s time for Mercosur to...
Iceland's First Cascading Waterfall Lagoon Has a Hot Spring, Swim-up Bar, and Mountain Views
AOL
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Laugarás Lagoon A rendering of the lower lagoon at Laugarás Lagoon in Iceland. Key Points A new outdoor wellness center, Laugarás Lagoon, will open in Iceland this summer. From hot springs to waterfalls, the lagoon offers tranquility and...
Iceland helps 2.2 million families with new scheme – free £5
Retail Times
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July 2, 2025
Iceland and The Food Warehouse is launching a new scheme designed to help the most vulnerable families this summer. The supermarket is not only accepting free school meal vouchers throughout the summer, but is also giving customers a £5 top up,...
Iceland concludes Samherji fishrot investigation
Namibian Broadcasting Corporation
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Iceland’s District Prosecutor has concluded a five-year investigation into the fishing giant Samherji regarding its alleged involvement in the 'Fishrot corruption scandal.' According to Iceland’s national broadcaster RÚV, the investigation...
We negotiate keeping national interest in mind, not under deadlines: Piyush Goyal
The Tribune (Chandigarh)
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July 5, 2025
New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said that India does not negotiate under deadlines and does so from a position of strength. Goyal said the government holds discussions keeping national...
South American bloc looks to Asia, Europe in face of Trump trade war
The Victoria Advocate - Texas
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South America's Mercosur bloc sought Thursday to expand its markets in the face of US President Donald Trump's global trade war, with Brazil calling for closer ties with dynamic Asian economies. "It's time for Mercosur to look toward Asia,"...
MPs to debate new law which would mandate purpose-led business
Edie
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July 3, 2025
The Company Directors (Duties) Bill has been introduced to Parliament by Liberal Democrat MP Martin Wrigley, representative for Newton Abbot since last year’s General Election. The Bill would amend section 172 of the Companies Act 2006 to require...
17 companies switch to 4-day work week in UK
AzerNews
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July 3, 2025
By Alimat Aliyeva All 17 British companies that participated in a six-month experiment with a four-day workweek have decided to continue operating under the same schedule, Azernews reports. The management of these companies, which collectively...
Mercosur and Bloc with Switzerland and Norway Strike Free Trade Deal, and Chocolate Could Get Cheaper
Folha de Sao Paulo
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July 3, 2025
Mercosur and EFTA (European Free Trade Association) signed a free trade agreement this Wednesday (2nd) in Buenos Aires. The deal covers a market of 290 million consumers and a GDP of about USD 4.39 trillion, and is the result of eight years of...
Mercosur-EFTA deal: South America, Europe forge new economic corridor with free trade pact
Firstpost
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July 3, 2025
South America’s largest trading bloc, Mercosur has signed a trade deal with the four-nation European Free Trade Association (EFTA) after 10 years of negotiation amid global economic uncertainties read more South America’s largest trading bloc,...
UK companies must crack on with cage-free egg pledges
Bakery & Snacks
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The clock is ticking and as 1 December draws near, the scramble is real for Britain’s biggest food players. Just months remain for companies to prove they can turn promises into progress. Some are flying the coop. Others are scratching around. And...
EU’s neighbours strike Mercosur trade deal as Brussels awaits
EurActiv
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July 3, 2025
The European Free Trade Association (EFTA) has clinched a trade agreement with Mercosur, welcoming South American agricultural products, which remain the main stumbling block for EU ratification. After a decade of negotiations, EFTA (Iceland,...
U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services, May 2025
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis
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July 3, 2025
Explanatory Notes Goods (Census basis) Data for goods on a Census basis are compiled from the documents collected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and reflect the movement of goods between foreign countries and the 50 states, the...
Business : Diversification Ensures Malaysia's Economy Remains Resilient
Bernama
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July 2, 2025
By Samantha Tan Chiew Tieng PUTRAJAYA, July 2 (Bernama) – 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...
Cracks in Iceland’s promise to go cage-free causes charity outrage
LondonlovesBusiness
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July 3, 2025
In a thoughtless U-turn, Iceland has abandoned its pledge to sell only cage-free shell eggs by 2025 – a commitment it first made ten years ago. This reversal is a major setback for animal welfare in Iceland’s supply chain and leaves the retailer...
We negotiate from position of strength, not under deadlines
The Hans India
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July 6, 2025
Bengaluru: With the Congress mocking the BJP-led NDA government over the proposed trade deal with the US, Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday said India negotiates from a position of strength and not under deadlines. He also accused the...
Mercosur, four-nation European trade bloc seal sweeping trade deal
Stabroek News
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July 3, 2025
BUENOS AIRES/BRASILIA, (Reuters) – South America’s Mercosur trade bloc and a group of four small European nations yesterday wrapped up talks on a sweeping free-trade agreement a decade in the making that will cover nearly all shipments between the...
Iceland Power Market Outlook To 2035: Market Trends, Regulations, And Competitive Landscape, With Landsvirkjun Hf, Orkuveita Reykjavikur, And HS Orka
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Explore the "Iceland Power Market Outlook to 2035," offering insights on market trends, regulatory landscape, and competition. Review historical and forecasted data on capacity, generation, and consumption....
South America's Mercosur, Europe's EFTA bloc seal trade deal
Deutsche Welle
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July 2, 2025
Mercosur, South America's largest trade bloc, on Wednesday signed a trade deal with the four-nation European Free Trade Association (EFTA). The EFTA is made up of Switzerland, Norway, Liechtenstein and Iceland, while Mercosur comprises full...